Category: Personal Injuries
The Dangers of Texting While Driving
October 16, 2012 | Adriel B. VillarrealIt’s been a while since I posted about this important topic, but back on January 2011 and then again on April 2011 I commented on the dangerous of texting while driving by citing some important statistics. Since the spring of 2011, we have experienced the continued increase of cell phone usage and the rising popularity of unlimited text plans. As a result, the dangerous of texting while driving are even more prevalent. We had this infographic created to show people just how dangerous it is. We hope it will raise awareness of this important issue and get people to think twice about texting the next time they are behind the wheel.
Read MoreWhen Good Products Go Bad – Defective Product Injury
October 15, 2012 | Adriel B. VillarrealNormally, people buy products that can either provide a convenience or some form of enjoyment. However, a defective product could cause significant injury and damage. Injury isn’t always caused by consumer error; sometimes it is a result of a defect or simply a dangerous product. When Injuries Happen Injuries from malfunctioning products can cause both minor and severe injuries. Minor injuries may not be case worthy because of the cost of bringing such claims, but severe injuries may require the help of a personal injury attorney. Defective product lawsuits are usually for injuries that require a long recovery time, permanent damage or which cause death, these cases are defended vigorously. This includes broken bones, paralysis, hearing loss, blindness, maiming and any other injury that requires long term recovery or causes permanent damage. Injured parties may find that their quality of life is diminished as well as their potential lifetime earnings decreased. These are cases for which compensation may be sought. If you suffer a personal injury from a product, you should see a doctor as soon as possible so that it can be properly documented. In addition, early treatment can often decrease your recovery time and keep an injury from becoming worse. Why Products Malfunction Just because a product is marketed a certain…
Read MoreWhen Nature Strikes – How to Handle Animal Attacks
October 11, 2012 | Adriel B. VillarrealOn any given day, you can look out your window and see many different types of animals walking around or scurrying outside. From domestic animals to feral animals, they are every place you look. While animals are a part of nature, you still need to take precautions when you come into contact with one. Many will not harm you unless they are provoked, but humans have no control over how any animal will react at any time. Every Animal Can Harm You Most people know that free-roaming dogs are prone to attack but they are not the only animal that you are at risk of being attacked by. Many animals that you encounter everyday such as cats, squirrels, possums, raccoons, beavers and skunks can seriously injure you. Whether you are visiting a friend’s home, out in a public area or even in your backyard, you can encounter an animal that is defensive and even aggressive. Oftentimes, they are more scared of you than you are of them but sometimes their fear can drive them to attack. To reduce your risk of an animal attack, you should take the following precautions: Do careful when outdoors during the nighttime It can be hard to see animals in the dark, and nighttime is when many nocturnal…
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