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St. Patrick’s Day: Great Fun Except for on the Roads
St Patrick’s Day is one of the most popular holidays in the United States. It is held every March 17th as a tribute to the patron saint of Ireland. Most Americans have turned St. Patrick’s Day into a holiday of partying and merrymaking. Unfortunately, this is one of the reasons why being on the road on St. Patrick’s Day might not be safe. Given the circumstances, the risk of accidents on this holiday is significantly higher than most days. Read on to discover why driving on St. Patrick’s Day is risky and what you should do if involved in an accident.
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What Is a Jackknife Truck Accident?
Trucking accidents are quite common on American roads. Unfortunately, truck accidents are often catastrophic and result in devastating injuries or even death. A jackknife trucking accident in New Mexico is one of the most common types of trucking accidents. Such accidents are often dramatic and result in horrific injuries. Read on to learn more about jackknife truck accidents and some of the common causes.
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How Amazon’s Trucking Policies Endanger Customers
Amazon is arguably the biggest online shopping platform in the world. Customers order products online and have them delivered by delivery trucks. Amazon has a 2-day delivery policy, meaning that once you place an order within the U.S., you can often expect it to be delivered within 48 hours. While this is convenient, it comes with many risks.
Amazon delivery trucks are often involved in accidents. The pressure on these drivers to deliver packages on time makes them drive irresponsibly and end up causing accidents. Read on to learn more about Amazon trucking policies and how they often result in accidents.
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Taking Effective Car Accident Scene Photos
After an auto accident, whether serious or even just a fender-bender, the photos you take after the collision matter. The images taken of the scene are often a critical factor in the amount of compensation you can recover from an at-fault driver. Any vehicle accident is a shocking experience, and it may be difficult to consider the legal aspects of what just occurred. After you have evaluated yourself and your passengers for injuries, taking pictures is one of the most effective ways to ensure you recover all the compensation you deserve. Almost everyone has a cell phone, and using the phone’s camera is a simple, and very effective way to document what occurred.
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Do “Beware of Dog” Signs Affect Dog Bite Cases in NM?
While dogs are meant to be our companions, they can sometimes be very dangerous. Cases of people bitten by dogs sustaining serious injuries are rampant. When you are injured due to a dog bite and take legal action against the owner, they will try to defend themselves in many ways.
One of the strategies they can use to defend themselves is by using a “beware of dog sign.” Dog and property owners tend to use the sign as a defense and try to blame the victim for the incident. So, does the “beware of dog” sign affect personal injury cases? What should you do when injured in a dog bite incident? Read on to find out!
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What Are Your Options When a Drunk Driver Hurts You?
Drunk driving is a big problem in New Mexico. The state ranks fifth in the nation for the number of fatalities caused by intoxicated drivers.
Driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in New Mexico, and a criminal conviction may result in fines, loss of driving privileges, and jail time. In a civil lawsuit, a drunk driver may also be held financially liable for the harm they cause others.
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Downhill Braking Best Practices That Truckers Must Follow
A fully loaded big rig truck weighs up to 80,000 pounds. When a truck crashes into a motorcycle, pedestrian, or a regular passenger vehicle, severe injuries are likely to occur.
Under the best conditions, trucks take twice as long to stop as cars. But stopping time increases if trucks are poorly maintained or when drivers are using faulty braking techniques. This creates an unacceptable hazard for other motorists.
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Premises Liability & Contracting the Coronavirus in New Mexico
There is much discussion as to whether it is within the realm of possibility to successfully sue a New Mexico business after catching coronavirus on-site. We are more than 18 months into the pandemic and the virus is still mutating into new variants, some of which the vaccine is not effective against. Restrictions are being lifted in spite of the fact that the pandemic appears to be worsening. Let’s take a look at whether a New Mexico business can be sued after someone contracts the coronavirus on the premises.
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What to Do When Involved in a Boating Accident
Though New Mexico does not have much water, boating accidents still occur in our beautiful state. If such a crash occurs when you are operating a boat and that collision caused an injury or $500+ of damage, reach out to the New Mexico Game and Fish Department to report the accident. Though there is a chance no one is at fault for the accident due to inclement weather or choppy water, it is also possible that a personal injury attorney will determine it is in your interest to file a lawsuit against a negligent boat operator or another party such as the boat manufacturer, the business that sold the boat or even the boat technician tasked with preparing the vessel for operation on the water.
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Hazards for Motorcycle Riders to Look Out For
There’s nothing like the freedom you feel when you’re out riding a motorcycle. And motorcycles are really economical to drive and maintain. It’s easy to just hop on your bike when you want to go somewhere, and parking is so much more convenient.
Most motorcycle riders are responsible citizens who follow the traffic laws. But motorists aren’t always looking out for motorcycles. In fact, the biggest risk to your safety is the failure of drivers to detect you. That’s why it’s essential to take precautions every time you ride.
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