If you've lost a loved one in a drowning accident, you know the trauma that comes with it. The loss is hard enough, but finding out that something could have prevented the death is traumatic as well. Drowning Wrongful Death When another party is negligent or has a part in the death, drowning can be considered a wrongful death. For instance, a fishing boat goes out to sea when the … [Read more...]
ATV Accident Statistics
Many people in Alaska enjoy riding all-terrain vehicles as a recreational activity. Unfortunately, some riders do not follow appropriate safety precautions, leading to numerous serious injuries and fatalities each year relating to ATV accidents. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 337 people in the United States died in ATV accidents in 2016. Research continues … [Read more...]
Drinking And Driving
Summer months are a great time to barbecue with the family and friends while enjoying the nice weather. Sadly, extended daylight hours and warmer weather is often accompanied with the risk of people drinking and driving. This means it is up to you to drive safer and avoid other drivers that may be driving while intoxicated. In the U.S., 29 people die daily in motor vehicle … [Read more...]
Worn Tires Are Dangerous
Tire maintenance is imperative to traveling safely in a car. The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association sponsors National Tire Safety Week (May 20 - 27, 2019), teaching drivers about tire maintenance and safety. Rotating and balancing tires, performing annual alignments, and sustaining air pressure lead to safer trips. Proper tire upkeep lengthens tire life, saves money, and … [Read more...]
Car Seats Save Children’s Lives
Car accidents are a leading cause of childhood injuries and deaths. Fortunately, many injuries that children face in car crashes are avoidable. Using a safety seat or booster seat correctly could save a child's life. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state using proper car seats for infants lowers risk of death in a crash by 71 percent. Toddlers are also safer in a … [Read more...]
Death In A Crash: What To Do
It is devastating to be involved when there is a death in a crash, but these kind of accidents happen every day. Crashes involving small passenger vehicles, pedestrians, motorcyclists and bicyclists are more likely to result in deaths than those in semi-truck and large commercial vehicles. However, anyone can be killed in a crash. If you are in a crash, immediately take notes of what … [Read more...]
