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What to Consider if You Were Injured after a Train Struck Your Vehicle

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Whether you rely on the New York subway or venture onto an Amtrak station in Delaware, each of us can agree that trains are still a major part of our lives. As society progressed, though, train tracks soon began to intertwine with the major roadways of America, making our daily commutes a little trickier with each passing day. In the blink of an eye, you can be prepared to drive your car across a railroad crossing, only to be clipped by a train. As a result of these car and train collisions, people can suffer life-threatening injuries or, in the...

29 July

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What to Do if You Are Injured at a Concert Venue in Delaware

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What to Do if You Are Injured at a Concert Venue in Delaware

Summer is all about having fun and making memories. After slicing through the muggy heat this June and July, the chances are high that you have spent some time attending at least one or two fairs or concerts to kick off your nightlife excursions. Whether you want to listen to your favorite rock band or catch up on some old favorites, you will be more than eager to hit the bandstands, but the fact of the matter is that even outdoor venues can be dangerous. In the blink of an eye, people can sustain moderate or severe injuries after slipping...

22 July

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What to Consider If You Are Injured During a Boating Accident

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What to Consider If You Are Injured During a Boating Accident

In the sweltering summer heat (especially during this time), thousands of people will flock to the collection of lakes and rivers across our state or will take their boats onto the blue waters of Delaware Bay. Ultimately, cooling off is your top priority in the scorching heat of the summer sun, and boating definitely helps you find a wonderful way to have fun and stay cool. Fishing, jet-skiing, swimming, tubing, and more are at your disposal when you hit the water, but the problem is that the water can hit back, especially at the hands of a negligent driver. In...

15 July

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The Risks of Riding Dockless Electronic Scooters along Delaware Streets

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The Risks of Riding Dockless Electronic Scooters along Delaware Streets

Convenience is a resource sought by Americans as we travel from point A to point B, and one advanced little vehicle that seems to be powering this desire for fast, efficient travel is the dockless electronic scooter. Offering the freedom of a bicycle and the convenience of an electronic vehicle, these scooters can be found in hubs across the United States. However, as is true in many cases, scooter riders can suffer the same fate as pedestrians and bicyclists at the hands of distracted and negligent drivers along major roadways. So what risks accompany these vehicles and what laws are...

08 July

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What to Consider if a Bicyclist Is Struck by a Vehicle in a Bike Lane

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What to Consider if a Bicyclist Is Struck by a Vehicle in a Bike Lane

During these warm summer months, riding bicycles can provide a wonderful way to get from Point A to Point B as well as offer you a chance to enjoy the warm outdoors and the beauty of Delaware’s coastal air. As part of this outdoor travel, though, bicyclists will often resort to riding along sidewalks or, in the case of city streets, specially-designed bicycle lanes along major roadways. As expected, though, bike riding can easily take a terrifying turn when a distracted driver skids through this marked lane and slams into an unsuspecting bicyclist. Here is what you should consider if...

01 July

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What to Consider if You Have Been Hit by a Vehicle along the Side of a Highway

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What to Consider if You Have Been Hit by a Vehicle along the Side of a Highway

Without the highways connecting our country, we would definitely have a difficult time organizing a simple drive to work or a road trip. In many cases, the interstates and state routes are some of the most effective means of getting from point A to point B, but the high speed posted on these roadways can also prove to be problematic factors. Such high-speed travel can result in disastrous consequences, but not always for motorists. In some tragic cases, some people may be forced to pull to the side of the road to fix their vehicle, only to be struck by...

24 June

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What to Do if You Were Clipped by a Vehicle after Exiting a Bus

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If You Were a Passenger Injured in a Bus Accident in Delaware

When you are bustling through your busy workday and you live in the city, the chances are high that you have, at one point or another, taken the bus. For the hundreds of thousands of people who call metropolitan Delaware home, these public transit vehicles are both fast and convenient, and you do not have to worry about wear and tear on your car or truck. Nevertheless, bus riders can still face problems not just on the bus (in an accident), but also outside these vehicles. After exiting the bus, pedestrians can be clipped by vehicles that failed to yield...

17 June

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Accidents That Can Occur at Public Swimming Pools

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Accidents That Can Occur at Public Swimming Pools

Summer is an exciting season for adults and children alike. School is out for the season (so to speak), and adults can enjoy more activities with their families and friends on warm nights. Of course, you can expect that hundreds of thousands of Delaware residents will be hitting the swimming pool to cool off and have some summer fun. However, you have to consider that any swimming pool, despite being fun, also poses some risks, especially if you aren’t responsible for maintaining it. Due to the negligence or distraction of managers and other employees, public pools can become death traps...

10 June

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If You Were a Passenger Injured in a Single-Vehicle DUI Accident

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Tips For Injury Vehicle Collisions In Delaware

Partying with friends is a wonderful escape after a long difficult work week, but the fact of the matter is that booze can always come with a price. After downing one too many drinks or consuming illegal drugs, drivers will lose all sense of control, instantly transforming your average vehicle into a death trap. For passengers who are involved in a situation involving a DUI crash, the situation can become even trickier. In the event that a driver has consumed drugs prior to operating a vehicle, you can sustain severe injuries and face tremendous medical bills due to the negligence...

03 June

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Some Facts to Consider for an Accident Involving a Delivery Truck

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Some Facts to Consider for an Accident Involving a Delivery Truck

Regardless of what state you are visiting, you are bound to run into a few traffic problems here and there. (What else is to be expected as you navigate a jungle of asphalt, steel, and roadway signs as part of your daily drive or during a vacation?) For delivery truck drivers, this situation can become even trickier as these men and women are forced to make instant stops in the middle of bustling roadways to deliver packages large and small. Needless to say, accidents are always likely along busy roads, and the impact can be borderline catastrophic. Still, have you...