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Medical Alert: For Dialysis Patients

July 27, 2018

If you or a loved one requires dialysis treatments, it is important that you take note. Although dialysis can be life-saving, there are instances in which patients have suffered serious infection, cardiac arrest, and even death during or shortly after a dialysis session. Additionally, there is a dialysis solution called GranuFlo that is being commonly…

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When to Call an Attorney After a Car Accident

July 25, 2018

When it comes to car accidents in the United States, the statistics are staggering. According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel: ● More than 37,000 people die in car crashes each year. ● More than 2.35 million people are injured from a car crash each year. With these numbers, it’s virtually certain that…

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Important Steps to Take After a Car Accident

July 12, 2018

Car accidents are extremely common. Every year, car accidents are the leading cause of personal injury accidents in the U.S. Statistics report that there are an estimated 5,808,272 car accidents every year. With these numbers, it’s safe to assume that you or someone you know will be involved in an accident during their lifetime. If…

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5 Common Car Accident Myths

July 6, 2018

Don’t Fall for These Common Car Accident Myths, Let Our Personal Injury Team Help You If you haven’t been in a car accident in your lifetime, you have probably spoken to someone that has but how do you decipher car accident myths from facts and best practice? Unfortunately, car accidents are very common. Statistics report…

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Distraction is a Major Cause of Pedestrian Accidents

July 2, 2018

It’s the oldest and most reliable form of transportation – walking. Whether you are doing it to get somewhere or just for exercise, statistics report that it’s getting more dangerous. Every year, approximately 4,000 to 5,000 pedestrians are killed in accidents. The Governor’s Highway Safety Administration reported that the number of pedestrian fatalities jumped to…

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Summer Driving Dangers

June 19, 2018

When the weather is warm, we want to go out and enjoy it. We may decide to take a drive to the beach, go see a friend, or even go on an extended road trip; however, there’s a downside to all this travel – an increased risk of car accidents. In a 17-year study, the…

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Five Tips for Summertime Motorcycle Safety

June 15, 2018

Summer is upon us, and that means many will be hopping on their motorcycles to enjoy the beautiful weather. Unfortunately, as more riders take to the highways, the risk of a motorcycle accident increases. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration reports that over the last six years, motorcycle accidents and fatalities have drastically increased…

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Graduation Season: Talking to Your Teen about Drinking

June 14, 2018

June is a month of celebrations. If you have children, you know that it is also a time for prom and graduation parties. While it is easier to look the other way, the reality is that your teen will likely be confronted with the issue of drinking. If you don’t think it will be a…

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Understanding Nursing Home Injuries

May 29, 2018

If you have a parent or loved one in a nursing home, you are probably well aware of how difficult the following situation would be: You have done your homework and entrusted the facility with the care of your loved one. So, when an accident happens, it is surprising and shocking. You will probably run…

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Caregiving Doesn’t End with a Nursing Home

May 23, 2018

It’s always unsettling to turn the care of your loved one over to what feels like a stranger. After all, no one knows them and loves them like you do. Rest assured there are countless top-notch nursing home facilities available that have the expertise and skill to ensure your loved one will be in excellent…

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