If you were involved in a car accident but didn't feel injured at the time, you may have still sustained an underlying injury to the back or spine. It's important to see a doctor as soon as possible after being involved in a collision. That's because back pain can linger or worsen even months after...
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How do I know if I suffered an internal injury after a crash?
Internal injuries often occur in collisions due to blunt force, violent shaking or being pierced by a broken bone or sharp object. They can also occur when someone's collarbone or ribs are broken while wearing a seatbelt. If you were involved in a crash, it's important that you see a doctor as soon as possible,...
Read MoreHow to safely deal with aggressive drivers and road rage
It’s common to see other drivers speeding down major roadways, weaving through traffic, or accelerating quickly out of anger. We often encounter drivers like this when going about our business. While it can be an unpleasant experience, it doesn’t have to turn into a catastrophe or fatal situation. There are many ordinary drivers who lose...
Read MoreWhere does drug or alcohol impairment really begin?
Those who drive while impaired by drugs and/or alcohol may get away with it dozens of times. At best, they may get pulled over by police, arrested and charged with DUI. At worst, they end up causing a serious crash that injures or kills someone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more...
Read MoreSurvey: Distracted driving worse now than 2 years ago
It only takes a split-second of being distracted to cause a crash that injures or kills another road user. In 2018, more than 2,800 people were killed in distracted driving crashes across the United States, according to the NHTSA. Distracted driving may be a bigger problem than we think: It doesn't always involve cellphones or...
Read MoreCan I have a case if I was accused of causing a crash?
When police investigate crash scenes, their job is to build an unbiased report that can be accessed by an attorney or insurance company. Sometimes, the police make mistakes or fail to consider certain facts that can make all the difference when it comes to who is blameworthy in a personal injury or wrongful death case....
Read MoreWhat are my legal options if a loved one is unable to file a personal injury claim?
Learning that your loved one was involved in a traffic collision, slip and fall, nursing home incident, or workplace accident can be scary. When you find out that your loved one sustained a debilitating injury, it may come as a serious shock. In most cases, debilitating injuries are preventable. If it is linked to the...
Read MoreNew Maine law bans phone use behind the wheel. How effective is it?
Sometimes, the need to multitask manifests behind the wheel. We see it every day on Maine roads – drivers engaged in tasks that have nothing to do with driving. I represent people all over Maine, so am frequently traveling on the highway. I am appalled at how often I see people looking down at their...
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