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Winter Weather Makes Driving Very Dangerous Even though Dallas isn't home to the most snow in the country, it still sees its fair share of freezing temperatures during the winter months. Whenever the temperature dips into the 30s or lower, driving conditions can become hazardous. This is particularly the case in a climate like Texas. The weather can be unpredictable, and given the prevalence of rain, road conditions can quickly go from dry to black ice. Driving during the winter months also comes with the added risk of traveling during the holidays. As we've discussed this month, December is National…

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The Holiday Season is Particularly Dangerous on the Roads The holidays are a hectic time of year, from family gatherings and work parties to all the shopping that must get done. While the holidays are a time of cheer and joy for many of us, they can also be deadly. Data from the U.S. Department of Transportation shows that, on average, 300 people die in drunk driving crashes from Christmas to New Year's Day. Unfortunately, fatalities from car accidents make up more than a quarter of all crash deaths. This may come as a surprise to some, but others know…

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While New Year's Eve Can Be Exciting, It Can Also Be Dangerous Ready or not, 2019 is coming to a close, and New Year's festivities are almost here. Although this time of year is one of excitement and joy, it also comes with inherent dangers. New Year's is one of the deadliest holidays of the year. There are many reasons for this, from the countless parties to fireworks and sparklers that light up the winter sky. We love the holidays as much as the next person, but we also understand how deadly they can be. For many people, the holidays…

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Nursing Home Abuse Happens Far Too Often Nursing home abuse is a sensitive subject for many reasons. Sadly, as many as five million elders are abused every single year in the United States alone. In 2018, there were 15,304 nursing homes in the U.S., and about 15 percent of people 85 years or older live in these long-term care facilities. However, experts believe the numbers of older adults in nursing homes will increase dramatically over the next decade because of the Baby Boomer population. Although nursing homes have progressed a lot over the decades, there are still numerous areas that…

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Accidents While in Rideshares Can And Do Happen Uber and Lyft are popular rideshare services that have changed the face of transportation. Nowadays, it is difficult to remember a time when we didn't have these handy rideshare services at our disposal. While rideshares are convenient and cut down the number of impaired drivers, they are not without risk. Just like with any other driver, Uber and Lyft drivers have the potential to get in accidents while they have passengers. If you are a passenger in a rideshare vehicle that is involved in an accident, you must take the appropriate steps…

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The Holidays Can Be a Dangerous Time to Travel The holidays will be here before you know it, as scary of a thought as that may be. Whether you are someone who counts down the days and minutes to “the most wonderful time of the year,” or you dread the holidays, it’s important to do everything you can to stay safe. Sure, the holidays are full of cheer, great food, and even better company, but they also come with inherent dangers. This is especially the case if you take part in holiday traveling. Sadly, Thanksgiving is one of the deadliest…

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Accidents Involving Company Cars Can Be Difficult to Manage Accidents happen all the time, no matter how safe a driver you think you are. They happen in personal vehicles, rental cars, rideshare vehicles, and even company cars. Depending on the type of accident, one of the first things that happen is determining liability. This is especially true when an accident involves a company vehicle. There are numerous benefits to driving a company car, namely that you don’t have to worry about putting miles on the vehicle or about the wear and tear that comes with driving a car every single…

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Halloween Can Be a Fun Night, But It Can Also Be Dangerous A favorite holiday amongst kids and adults alike, Halloween is celebrated each year on October 31st. Originating from an ancient Celtic festival, today Halloween is all about getting dressed up and having fun. For kids and teenagers, trick-or-treating is a highlight of All Hallows’ Eve, which was later renamed Halloween. Whether carving pumpkins and sipping cider with friends is more your speed, or if you are getting dressed up and taking the kids out for a fun evening of trick-or-treating, it’s important safety comes first this Halloween. Unfortunately,…

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E-Cigarettes are Currently Facing Several Ongoing Lawsuits E-cigarettes, also referred to as e-cigs, vape pens, and personal vaporizers, have been in the news a lot as of late. Over the last several months, there have been more than 1,080 reported lung injury cases linked to the use of an e-cigarette. There have also been 18 deaths confirmed in 15 states. Many of the patients who have reported symptoms and been treated for the mysterious lung illness have been using illegal THC-containing and nicotine-containing liquids. However, this isn’t the first time e-cigs have come under scrutiny. There have been numerous cases…

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Passengers Have the Right to File a Personal Injury Claim We talk a lot about car accidents in Texas and just how dangerous the roads have gotten, but rarely is this from the perspective of the passenger. While distracted driving continues to cause accidents on our highways and city streets, we often neglect the rights of any passengers involved. Being a passenger in a car that is involved in an accident is undoubtedly a scary and traumatizing experience, especially if you sustain injuries. As the drivers are trying to figure out what will happen with their insurance company and whether…

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