Social media is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family while sharing life events, both good and bad. If you’re involved in a personal injury case, sharing your story on your social media might be tempting. Social media can hurt your personal injury claim. However, not only can the other party […]
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How to Avoid a Summer Bicycle Accident
With 71 non-motorized trails for mountain and street cyclists to explore in the Quad Cities area, there are plenty of options for locals to get out and move more. One of our favorites is the Quad Cities’ portion of the 500-mile Grand Illinois Trail (GIT) that follows along the waters of the scenic Mississippi River […]
National Safety Month: Slip and Fall Prevention
June is National Safety Month, and the National Safety Council (NSC) uses the event to highlight various safety aspects. One of the areas the NCS is emphasizing in 2022 is slip and fall prevention. While many people understand how common slip and fall accidents are, many also underestimate how severe these accidents can be. For […]
What Are the Long-Term Costs of an Amputation Injury?
According to data shared by Johns Hopkins Medicine, 45% of all amputations were caused by a traumatic injury. We’ve seen first-hand how an amputation injury can impact the financial, emotional, and mental health of all involved. More specifically, how the loss of a limb or extremity dramatically impacts an individual’s ability to work, move, maintain […]
How Do Car Accidents Cause Back Pain?
Any accident-related back pain is cause for concern. And, if your accident was caused by another party’s reckless and/or negligent behavior, your auto injury may make you eligible to file a personal injury claim.
What Is Attractive Nuisance Law?
If your child has been injured on another person’s property, you may not know where to turn. The doctrine of attractive nuisance is a particular branch of the law that governs situations like this.
Who Is Liable for a Rollover Accident?
A rollover accident occurs when at least one vehicle flips over due to an accident. According to Consumer Reports, this only occurs in about 3% of serious car accidents but accounts for 30% of passenger deaths. A rollover wreck can cause catastrophic injuries, totaled cars, and even death. If you are seriously hurt or your […]
Who Is Responsible in a Three Car Rear-End Collision?
When an accident involves two vehicles, determining liability seems much more straightforward. All too often, however, accidents involve three or more vehicles. In fact, a three-car rear-end collision is one of the most common accidents in the Quad Cities area. If you or a loved one has been injured in a three-car rear-end crash, call […]
Brain Injury Awareness Month: What You Need to Know
Brain Injury Awareness Month comes along every March. So, what do you need to know? Here are the basics, from common causes of traumatic brain injuries to steps to prevent brain injuries that you can take to lessen your chances of an accident.
Common Sprains, Strains, and Soft Tissue Injuries After an Accident
Soft tissue injuries are among the most common types of injuries a person can suffer after a Quad Cities car accident. Unfortunately, soft tissue injuries are also one of the most overlooked by accident victims because the symptoms can take days to begin to show. That is why if you were in an accident, one […]