A couple from California filed a lawsuit against Monster Beverage for their teenage son’s death in 2012. They believed their child would not have died if he had not been drinking two Monster energy drinks every day. The teen did this for three years before he passed away. Alex Morris, 19, died from cardiac arrest … Continued
The first time a new driver gets behind the wheel, they are excited. They know this is the first step towards freedom. However, many teen drivers are also overconfident about their driving abilities. Combine this with speeding and you have a recipe for an accident. Related: Distracted Teen Drivers Often Text and Call Parents Teen … Continued
Stop, look and listen. We usually hear these words in lessons about road safety or games played by kids. However, in the adult world, this translates to a serious traffic reminder. When we ignore these three simple words, we can be in a serious accident. Statistics The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Traffic Safety … Continued
Every year, U.S. News gives recognition to the top ten best cars for families. Cars, vans and SUVs are rated according to their quality, space and above all, family-friendly features. There are 19 categories, and the vehicle that garners the highest score bags the award for the Best Car for Families for that particular category. … Continued
She may not be a lawyer but she is the first African-American to argue a case in front of a U.S. Supreme Court Justice. Born in Africa, Lucy Terry Prince was recognized as a woman of intelligence and determination despite having a difficult life during her childhood. At the age of five, she was already … Continued
When you’re injured in an auto accident, it’s usually a surprise, and not a good surprise at that. Well, for Brianna Boel, that was the case. Boel was with a friend when they were hit by another car in an accident in Louisville. While the accident was an unpleasant surprise, Boel was in for another … Continued
Brain Injury Association of America defines Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as an alteration in brain function, or other evidence of brain pathology, caused by an external force. TBI has become one of the major and serious public health problems in the United States. Statistics show that every year at least 1.7 million TBIs occur either … Continued
An eyewitness and their testimony is important on piecing together the details of a road accident. Through an eyewitness testimony, the cause of the accident could be determined, and the party at-fault could be identified. This would mean damages could be sought by the victims. How reliable are eyewitnesses? However, not all eye witness testimonies … Continued
Celebrities are human, too. They are also at risk of being involved in a serious and fatal car accident. Recently, celebrities like Miranda Kerr, Gregg Lohman and Kendra Wilkinson suffered from serious injuries in separate car accidents. Celebrity accidents In March of 2013, Miranda Kerr, one of Victoria Secret angels, was injured after another driver … Continued
Kentucky has many areas that are perfect for riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV). However, some of these places are difficult to maneuver and can be dangerous to even an experienced driver. From 2008-2011, Kentucky had 120 ATV deaths. This placed Kentucky in fourth place for the states with the most ATV deaths. Related: Kentucky Driving: … Continued
One man was killed early Saturday, April 20, 2013 after a golf cart accident in Jeffersonville, Indiana. According to Clark County Police, Chad Anderson, 32, was thrown from the golf cart his friend, Matthew Myers, was operating. Anderson was ejected from the golf cart when Myers took a sharp turn on the 200 block of … Continued
An average of 18 school-aged children die in school transportation-related crashes each year. During the week of April 7, 2013, two separate school bus accidents occurred in Jefferson County. One of those accidents was on April 8. In this accident, 12 students from Camp Taylor Elementary School suffered minor injuries when their school bus was … Continued
Richmond Road in Lexington, Kentucky was shut down for quite on Friday, April 12, 2013. A four-vehicle crash early Friday caused lots of damage and sent several people to the hospital. According to police, a suspected drunk driver was heading down Richmond Road when he crossed over the median and began driving his pickup truck … Continued
“No work, no pay.” What happens when you were involved in a car accident and suffered an injury which stops you from returning to work? For instance, you perform your duties away from the principal place of business. This means you have to travel and personally meet your clients. However, if your leg was injured, … Continued
The greatest risk of traffic crashes is among teenage drivers. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers across the United States. There are many factors that cause teenagers to be risky drivers. Some of the factors include: Poor hazard detection Low risk perception Risk taking Lack of skills Alcohol and drugs … Continued
The United States Coast Guard estimates that there are hundreds of people who are involved in boating accidents every year. Many of these accidents result in injuries and fatalities. For example, Rhode Island averages 35-40 boating accidents every year, roughly 10% of which are fatal. Similarly, Massachusetts has around 50 accidents every year with 20% … Continued
At 8:30 a.m. on Monday, February 25, 2013, Louisville Metro Police received a report of an accident involving a Jefferson County Public School bus. There were 43 students on Bus #0856 in route Camp Taylor Elementary when the bus was struck on its side by a shuttle bus. JCPS spokesperson, Ben Jackey, said there was … Continued
In February 2013, a young man from Park Hill, Kentucky was killed when his vehicle struck a train. According to the police, the car hit the Norfolk Southern train and caught fire after the impact. The report also indicated that a witness tried to help the victim, but it was too late. There were no … Continued
Jefferson County Public Schools are working to install cameras on all of the school buses by the beginning of the 2013-2014 school year. They are hoping these cameras will help catch criminal activity. Installations have already begun in order to make your children’s ride to and from school safer. Where are the cameras going to … Continued
A free motorcycle helmet app has been developed for bikers riding their motorcycles across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia. The Motorcycle Helmet Laws App, created by the Michigan personal injury law firm of Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., provides bikers with the helmet laws for every state, country or province that they might encounter … Continued
Kentucky Representative, Dennis Keene, filed a legislation to make Kentucky’s DUI laws tougher than they have ever been before. House Bill 286 will require people convicted of drunk driving to install an ignition interlock system in their vehicles. Before the engine starts, the device tests the driver’s breath to make sure they do not have … Continued
In 2001, a 30-year-old woman underwent an elective thyroid surgery at Brockton Hospital in Rhode Island. Less than 32 hours after the surgery she died. She developed “abdominal compartment syndrome” after the surgery, which ultimately caused her organs to fail. On March 8, 2008, a jury found that the surgeon Dr. John Ambrosino had committed … Continued
Guest Post A woman named Isabel Perez sued one of America’s largest furniture retailer, Ashley Furniture located in Secaucus, New Jersey, over a claim that she was fired because she was a lesbian, according to a report by Huffington Post. Perez claimed that she was asked about her religious views and marital status during the interview … Continued
The back is an intricate structure of bones, muscles and other tissues extending from your neck to your pelvis. We all know people who have complained about an aching back. It is easy to think these people are just complaining and aren’t seriously hurt. However, back injuries are serious and can result from sports injuries, … Continued
It’s the most wonderful time of year again! We know one thing that unites everyone, or maybe cause division in some, is shopping. Everyone is scrambling to get the best gift for their loved ones. This should be something fun. It is a magical time for all of us, right? Unfortunately, it seems every year … Continued
