The teen years bring a variety of new challenges for parents and adolescents alike. As teenagers develop independence and pursue interests, parents often worry about safety risks. Accidents while driving, injuries on the sports field and incidents while out with...
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4 ways to keep children happy in the car to reduce distractions
Road trips are fun for the whole family, yet pose a challenging task for parents who want to keep their children happy and distracted during long commutes. As a driver, minimizing distractions and maintaining focus on the road is crucial to ensure everyone's safety....
What to do if you are in a motor vehicle accident
In 2021, traffic deaths were higher than in the last 16 years, reaching nearly 43,000 people. In fact, every day, more than 7,500 people experience car accident injuries, more than in any other first-world country. In the stress and confusion of an injury-involved...
Dog safety tips for children
Millions of people experience dog bites each year, many of which are children. With the average dog bite claim costing nearly $50,000, prevention is important. Children are particularly vulnerable to dog bites because they often approach dogs incorrectly. There are a...
Types of compensation to which you may be entitled after a motor vehicle accident
Motor vehicle crashes are expensive in more ways than one. The CDC estimates that accidents resulting in death cost Illinois $1.7 billion dollars in 2018. There are several types of compensation available to those injured in an auto or motorcycle crash. Medical...
Common environments with increased dog bite risks
When it comes to dog bite injuries, you need to understand the circumstances which indicate owner negligence or irresponsibility. While most people understand that an aggressive dog is a risk, there are other things to consider as well. Here are a few situations to...
How serious is a road rash injury?
Road rash is a skin abrasion or scrape that typically results from dragging a body part across dirt or pavement. The severity of a road rash injury depends on how much skin peels away during the event. Most often, major road rash cases occur during bicycle or...
What to know if a dog bites your child
When a dog bites, it can be a painful, frightening, and potentially traumatizing experience for your child. Severe injuries may result in your child needing surgery, and even seemingly minor bites are at risk for infection or emotional trauma. These answers can help...
Getting compensated for a motorcycle accident where you are not at fault
As a biker, you know the risks of the road, whether from unsafe driving conditions or other motorists. When an accident happens, there is the potential for significant injuries to follow. The last thing you want to deal with following an accident is paperwork, phone...
Staying safe on your motorcycle around distracted drivers
Distracted driving is a threat to your safety that you likely worry about every time you ride your motorcycle. Drivers who become distracted are less likely to see what is going on around them on the road and are more likely to cause an accident. According to the...