Pedestrian injuries in midblock crosswalks
According to data from the Federal Highway Administration, over 70% of pedestrian fatalities occur at non-intersection locations, including midblock crossings -- marked crosswalks between intersections.
Midblock crossings on multi-lane, busy streets present safety concerns because drivers do not expect pedestrians at locations other than intersections, and on multi-lane roads,...
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Caused by Airbags and Other Explosive Sounds
By Ray Kahler
Can you lose your hearing from a car accident? The answer is yes. Many studies have reported profound high-frequency hearing loss and tinnitus following air bag deployment in an automotive accident.* In fact, in...
Child Personal Injury Claims: What to do if a Child Is Injured at a School or Playground
When a child is hurt on a playground, the responsible party can include the playground owner, the school district or local government, the equipment manufacturer, the contractor, or the supervisors in charge. If the injury stems from a defective product, unsafe design, or negligence, the family...
Are your kids gambling in video games?
By Ray Kahler
Unless parents and grandparents play video games themselves, it can be challenging for them to know what children are really doing when playing video games. It would come as a surprise to many parents...
Boating Accident Law in Washington State
By Ray Kahler
As boating season opens, more people than ever before may turn to the water for relief from staying at home in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, collisions and injuries occur on waterways just...