Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2017

By William J. Price A gap in treatment is a period of time when there is no documented medical treatment. For example, if you are in an accident and do not go to the emergency room for over 30 days, there is a 30-day gap in treatment. A second type of gap can occur...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 14, 2017

Buying a Christmas tree is a quintessential part of the holiday season for many families. Unfortunately, when a Christmas tree is not securely fastened to the car, it can fly off the vehicle and cause tremendous damage. Here are some tips to help you safely transport a Christmas tree on your vehicle: Pack the...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 13, 2017

It’s no secret that football players are at risk for concussions. Nor is it a secret that repeated concussions can cause long-term brain damage. However, the details of those risks have yet to be fully fleshed out. One recent study does shed light on how concussions differ – in location, severity and frequency –...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 11, 2017

By William J. Price A contingency fee contract delays a lawyer's legal payment until a financial result is reached between the client and the defendant's insurance company. The verdict or settlement includes compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Under a contingency arrangement, the attorney’s payment is a percentage – usually...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 6, 2017

When you think of distracted driving, what comes to mind? Most people think of talking on a cell phone or sending a text message while driving. But there are many other forms of distracted driving that can be just as dangerous. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 6, 2017

Whether we like it or not, self-driving cars are in our future. A report by BI Intelligence estimates that there will be 10 million self-driving vehicles on roads by 2020. A recent article in Scientific American highlights an important issue: Even though self-driving cars are programmed to be safe and safety tests confirm that,...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Workplace Injuries and Claims on December 6, 2017

Workplace accidents and injuries are an unfortunate reality in the modern workplace. Even more unfortunate is the fact that every year in the United States, thousands of workers die in work-related accidents. Although any worker can suffer an on-the-job injury, there are certain industries that see more incidents. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on November 20, 2017

Many people rely on medicine to keep them healthy. But when taken improperly, medications can have serious and potentially deadly effects. This is especially true in the case of children, who may access medications that are not properly stored. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on November 14, 2017

Holiday 2017 shopping season is just around the corner. In the coming weeks, millions of Americans will be out and about shopping. Many of those individuals will be shopping at big box stores like Walmart, Target, Ikea, and others.  (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on November 9, 2017

Most people are aware of the safety benefits of seat belt use, yet many choose to forego seat belt use while driving or riding in a car. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), seat belt use is one of the most effective ways to prevent injuries and save lives in...