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Truck Accident Deaths Total 4,500 Each Year Study Finds: Boise Attorney Weighs In

December 7, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

A recent study performed by the Journal of Injury Control and Safety, found that truck crashes lead to 4,500 deaths each year in the U.S. These accidents also lead to injuries that result in lost time at work and lowered quality of life. Trucks only account for 8% of the total traffic on the road each year, yet they are involved in 11% of the accidents that take place. Crash severity was found to be directly linked to driver inattention and the use of drugs. When trucks were travelling at higher speeds, they were twice as likely to be involved in an accident.

Boise Accident Lawyer Considers Four Ways to Establish Breach of Duty of Care in Car Accident Cases

November 23, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

In order to win a car accident lawsuit in Boise or Nampa, Idaho, individuals need to establish that the other driver breached his or her duty of care. A breach of duty of care is also known as negligence.

Boise Car Accident Lawyer Discusses Four Commonly-Omitted Facts that Can Affect Your Claim

November 13, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

According to the Idaho Transportation Department, in 2012, there were 21,402 accidents in the state. Distracted driving and impaired driving fatalities increased from 2011 to 2012, affecting more lives. A car accident can result in serious injuries that can lead to months to years of rehabilitation expenses, time in recovery, and even lost wages. If you’ve suffered a serious injury in a car accident in Boise or Nampa, Idaho, you may be speaking to an auto accident lawyer about your case. A qualified personal injury lawyer will often ask you many questions in order to determine how much your claim is worth and to gather evidence about your accident. Yet, in the midst of the stresses and challenges you are facing, it may be easy to omit some important details that your lawyer will need to know in order to move forward properly with your case.

Car Accident Attorney in Boise, Idaho Considers Four Ways Parents Influence Teen Drivers

November 9, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

Current research suggests that parents have a far greater influence on their children’s driving patterns than previously thought. This is both good and important news for parents with teen drivers. Teen drivers are more at risk of accidents largely due to inexperience. When accidents happen, parents could be held legally responsible for any damage or injuries their teens cause. This means that a parent may find him or herself embroiled in a case if a personal injury lawsuit is brought against his or her child for negligent or reckless driving. Car accident lawyers in Boise see far too many cases where simple caution, precaution, and common sense could have prevented injuries, deaths, and the litigation that often follows these tragedies. The good news is that parents can play a large role in their children’s safety behind the wheel.

Truck Accident Law is Changing: Drivers Will Use Electronic Travel Logs in Idaho

October 23, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

In an effort the lower the number of accidents that take place every year caused by driver fatigue, the U.S. Department of Transportation is planning to put in place a new law that would require drivers to use digital travel logs.

Car Accident Attorney in Boise Discusses Risk of Quieter Cars to Blind Pedestrians and Contributory Negligence

October 16, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

A recent report suggested that quieter electric cars pose a silent hazard to pedestrians—especially blind pedestrians. According to the Daily Mail, pedestrians are 40% more likely to be struck by a quiet hybrid or electric car. Blind pedestrians and their guide dogs are most at risk because they cannot perceive a vehicle they cannot hear.

Boise Accident Attorney Discusses Your Rights If You’ve Faced Harassment as a Cyclist

October 9, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

Biking is a great way to get around town and to get exercise. Unfortunately, every year, countless people are injured when they are hit by drivers while biking on Boise and Nampa’s roadways. The Idaho Statesman recently reported on the tragic injuries sustained by a Boise 5-year-old boy when he was struck by a mini-van while riding his bike. Despite speed limit restrictions and a four-way stop with flashing red lights, the driver failed to stop and dragged the boy for several seconds even after he was struck.

Wrongful Death Lawyer’s Facts: Should Boise Families Be Allowed to Collect Pain and Suffering Damages?

October 2, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

According to the Journal of Empirical Legal Studies, most states and jurisdictions allow families to collect pain and suffering in wrongful death lawsuits. Yet, while many jurisdictions allow families to collect these damages, some jurisdictions, like Boise, don’t allow a victim’s loved ones to seek pain and suffering in a wrongful death lawsuit.

Five Surprising Dangers in Most Cars

September 18, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

As drivers, every time we get behind the wheel, we understand the immense responsibility we have to ourselves, to our passengers, and to other drivers. By following the rules of the road, by staying focused on driving, and by driving defensively, drivers can keep themselves, their loved ones, and other motorists safe. While there are many common-sense ways drivers can stay safe, your car itself may have little-known hazards. Here are five surprising hazards found in most cars.

Five Best Practices That Could Make Boise’s Vista Avenue and Other Streets More Walkable

September 11, 2015/in Blog /by rljohnson

According to the Magazine of the Urban Land Institute, Vista Avenue in Boise, Idaho presents unique risks and obstacles to pedestrians. At the street’s busiest intersection at Overland Road, there are no crosswalks for pedestrians, no stop signs, and no clear path for pedestrians to get from one side of the road to the other. Vista Avenue is a busy thoroughfare, with business and shops to draw pedestrians and drivers alike. It is also a major rush-hour route that sees a great deal of traffic. Now, with grants from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Boise’s Vista avenue may become more walkable and safer for everyone.

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Truck Accident Deaths Total 4,500 Each Year Study Finds: Boise Attorney Weighs In

Boise Accident Lawyer Considers Four Ways to Establish Breach of Duty of Care in Car Accident Cases

Boise Car Accident Lawyer Discusses Four Commonly-Omitted Facts that Can Affect Your Claim

Car Accident Attorney in Boise, Idaho Considers Four Ways Parents Influence Teen Drivers

Truck Accident Law is Changing: Drivers Will Use Electronic Travel Logs in Idaho

Car Accident Attorney in Boise Discusses Risk of Quieter Cars to Blind Pedestrians and Contributory Negligence

Boise Accident Attorney Discusses Your Rights If You’ve Faced Harassment as a Cyclist

Wrongful Death Lawyer’s Facts: Should Boise Families Be Allowed to Collect Pain and Suffering Damages?

Five Surprising Dangers in Most Cars

Five Best Practices That Could Make Boise’s Vista Avenue and Other Streets More Walkable

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