Five Ways To Prevent and Detect Elder Abuse
According to the Idaho Commission on Aging, every year, about 2.1 million Americans become victims of elder abuse. Unfortunately, for every reported case, some experts believe that five cases go unreported.
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Wildlife Poses Car Accident Risk
According to KDLT news, a 17-year old was killed over the weekend when he swerved to avoid an animal in the road. He was ejected from his vehicle and died in the hospital.
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Personal Injury Lawyer News: Top 2 Causes of Wrongful-Death Lawsuits
Wrongful-death lawsuits are particularly complicated types of personal-injury claims. Whereas most injury suits are filed by an injured party, wrongful-death lawsuits are filed by the family members of people who have died due to another party’s negligence.
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Accident Lawyer Report: Distracted Driving Increases Among Idaho Teens
KTVB News reports that more than 4,000 teens have died in car crashes throughout the past five summers. Police and first responders know that summer marks the 100 most dangerous days of the year.
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Personal-Injury Lawyer Report: Idaho Woman Dies in Car Accident
Idaho is a recreational state year ‘round. Now that summer is in full effect, it’s common to see cars towing boats and RVs helping people enjoy the outdoors.
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Drowsy-Driving Accident Claims Two Lives, and Other Accident-Lawyer News
Drowsy driving is among the least-publicized types of negligent driving. Still, it is extremely dangerous. The media seems more occupied by texting and driving, which is undoubtedly a very irresponsible practice; however, unlike brief moments of cellphone use, drowsy driving completely incapacitates people the entire time they’re behind the wheel.
Do I Have a Case, and Other Common Accident-Lawyer Questions
Car crashes that lead to an injury are traumatic, and it’s often difficult for victims to know which steps they need to take to recover compensation. If you’ve been in an accident, it’s important to realize that the other driver’s insurance company isn’t on your side.
Accident Lawyer News: Negligent Driving Roundup
Every two years, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conduct a study on dangerous behaviors among teens. The agency recently released the results of the 2013 study, demonstrating a shift in teen behavior behind the wheel.
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Accident-Lawyer News: Cyclist in Surgery After Car Accident
Bicycling is an inherently dangerous activity in our society. Just like drivers, cyclists face many hazards on the road, including distracted, reckless and impaired drivers. Unlike motorists, cyclists don’t have airbags and seatbelts.
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Three-Car Accident Sends Two to Hospital, and Other Accident Lawyer News
Most people in Meridian look forward to summer all year long. It’s a great time and place to spend time outdoors, but police are warning drivers in the area to exercise extra caution for the next few months.