May 24, 2018
Study Involving U.S. Veterans Reveals Higher Risk of Death in PPI Users
A study published by the British Medical Journal (BMJ) found a higher risk of death in patients treated with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) when compared to patients treated with other acid reducing therapies or patients who were not treated with any medication. The results indicated that long-term treatment increased the risks associated with PPI use….
May 18, 2018
The Dangers of Texting while Driving in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Texting while driving in Massachusetts and Rhode Island is illegal because it is so dangerous. Such behavior can often cause injury and even can lead to death. Texting has been found to be so incredibly distracting and dangerous that texting while walking has even been banned in some places. There have been reported instances of…
May 16, 2018
I Was Hit by an Uninsured Motorist, What Do I Do Now?
Uninsured motorists (UM) own or operate motor vehicles without automobile insurance policies. There are also underinsured motorists (UIM), whose insurance coverage may not be enough to cover all expenses. In 2007, around 14% of Rhode Island drivers were uninsured and only about 1% in Massachusetts. These Uninsured motorists and underinsured motorists pose a significant problem…
May 11, 2018
May’s National Water Safety Month Tips and Precautions
Warm weather has begun to emerge after a long winter, and it will not be much longer before water-patrons are back in the water to beat the heat of summer. Because of the ensuing water activities that will take place because of the nicer weather, May has been named the National Water Safety Month. This…
May 9, 2018
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Why It’s Important
May is recognized as National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. During this month, states across the nation build awareness with their motorcycle safety campaigns. You’ll hear messages such as “Look twice for motorcycles” or “Watch for motorcycles.” While having a month dedicated to motorcycle safety may seem like a lot of time, it is absolutely critical…
May 2, 2018
Lawn Mower Safety
With the winter over, warmer weather in our midst and the school year coming to close thousands of homeowners, and their children, across the U.S. will undertake a familiar chore – mowing the lawn. The lawn mower is a great tool for helping to maintain your property but it’s important to keep in mind they…
April 20, 2018
After Self-Driving SUV Causes Death, Uber Quickly Settles Case with Victim’s Family
While walking her bike across the street, an Arizona woman was tragically struck and killed by a self-driving Uber SUV. There was a “backup safety driver” behind the driver’s wheel at the time of the accident, but the vehicle had been set to auto drive, leaving all control to the SUV itself. Questions were raised…
April 13, 2018
What are the Advantages of Hiring an Attorney, instead of Settling with the Insurance Company on My Own?
Contrary to what you may see portrayed on television commercials, insurance companies are not your friend. Even your own insurance company is not your friend. The goal of all insurance companies is to make money and pay out the least amount of money possible to injured persons. The personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices…
April 11, 2018
Motorcycle Safety Tips for the Spring
The first blush of warm spring weather in Rhode Island brings out motorcyclists. There are more than six million motorcycles on our nation’s roadways, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Before revving up your engine, it is important to pay close attention to tips that can help prevent injuries or fatalities…
April 6, 2018
Motorcyclists Face Higher Risk for Injury or Death in a Collision: Play it Safe This Spring!
Motorcyclists are much more likely to be seriously injured or even killed in an accident then other drivers. This is due to the fact that the driver of a motorcycle is vulnerable in a collision and can easily be knocked off or thrown from the bike. Government studies show that accidents involving motorcycles cost billions…