When people slip and fall due to unsafe property conditions, their injuries are often immediately obvious. Painful fractures, visible lacerations and other injuries may make the need for medical attention immediately clear. Other times, people who slip and fall may...
When a motorcycle collides with a larger vehicle, the rider is at risk of multiple injuries. Even with a helmet, they might suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Motorcyclists are also vulnerable to spinal cord injuries and serious soft tissue injuries as well as...
Speed limits are there for everyone’s safety. Yet many drivers choose to ignore them, and that often has consequences both for the drivers themselves and for others. Speed is one of the most common factors in fatal traffic crashes, playing a role in 29% of the fatal...
Insurance companies make the most money when people don't file claims. The money received in premiums can fall far short of the total coverage provided by an insurance company. The more claims policyholders make, the more the profit margins for the insurance company...
Insurance is protection for worst-case scenarios. People who fall, become victims of crime, sustain massive storm damage to their homes or have other unexpected experiences can potentially rely on insurance to reduce the long-term financial impact of those incidents....
Rain is a familiar part of life in Washington State, and wet sidewalks are something most residents encounter regularly. To that end, most Washington residents are quite familiar with basic safety tips related to walking in the rain. However, slips and falls often...
After an accident, many people turn to social media to update friends and family, share photos or simply distract themselves during recovery. While these platforms may seem harmless, it is important to understand that what you post online can sometimes affect your...
Motorcycle helmets can significantly reduce the severity of injuries in the event of a motorcycle accident, along with lowering one’s fatality risk. Having a well-fitting, officially certified helmet is one key step motorcyclists can take to improve their own safety....
Slip-and-falls occur when people lose traction and fall. They frequently occur in locations with high levels of foot traffic, such as busy retail shops. Slip-and-falls are often embarrassing, but they can also be serious situations. People who slip and fall can...
One of the most common things people say after causing a motorcycle accident is simply that they did not see the motorcycle. This could happen when someone turns left in front of a motorcycle, for example, or merges into the motorcycle on the interstate. The driver...
