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Although it’s an unpleasant topic to dwell on, all of us must remember there are various situations and settings in our daily lives where accidents can occur. An accident can happen on the road, at the store, at work, and virtually anywhere else. You can minimize your chances of being injured in an avoidable accident…Read More
In many European countries, citizens can live comfortably without cars, relying solely on public transportation to get from Point A to Point B. This isn’t the case in most of the United States. Infrastructure in the US is designed to accommodate car owners. It’s not necessarily designed for pedestrian safety. Our country’s reliance on cars,…Read More
Charlotte’s Rail Trail offers residents and visitors the opportunity to walk or bike through key parts of our city conveniently and, ideally, safely. Unfortunately, using the Rail Trail does not always guarantee one will avoid being harmed in an accident. As recently as August 14, a woman using the Rail Trail was seriously injured when…Read More
Pedestrian accidents can result in devastating consequences for victims. When a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle, their odds of sustaining major injuries are relatively high. These injuries can require costly medical treatment and may even have a permanent impact on a victim’s overall quality of life. Unfortunately, research indicates pedestrian accident rates are…Read More
Motorcyclists are vulnerable on the road in a way that drivers and occupants of cars, trucks, vans, and other such enclosed vehicles are not. An enclosed vehicle’s metal frame and windows create a barrier between drivers and occupants that may offer a degree of protection from harm during a collision. Additionally, these vehicles tend to…Read More