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School Zone Accidents: Keeping Your Kids Safe as They Go Back to School
School buses. Crossing guards. Flashing lights on street signs letting you know the reduced speed limit for the school zone. There are so many obvious signals out there, but according to Safe Kids Worldwide, there are five teen pedestrian accident deaths every week in the United States and that number has been increasing since 2013. […]
5 Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors
Exercising outdoors and engaging in activities like running, walking, or cycling has numerous benefits like improved mood, increased self esteem, and low cost. As the temperature heats up as the summer months continue, you might need to make some adjustments to your outdoor workout times. Here are a few outdoor exercise safety tips from our […]
National Grilling Month: Avoiding Burn Injuries and Cooking Accidents
July is National Grilling Month! For many people, the barbecue grill is an essential part of the summer. With hot weather and plentiful sunlight from the Fourth of July through Labor Day, grills tend to get the most use in the summertime. That also means that there are more grill-related accidents in the summer. To […]
Summer Bicycle Accidents and How to Avoid Them
For many bicycle enthusiasts, summertime is the best time for biking. The hot weather and long days help create conditions that many riders love. However, the season also brings some distinct challenges. Here are some safety tips that will help you and your family avoid summer bicycle accidents from the bike accident lawyers at Patterson […]
Summertime Heightens Risks of Drowning
Summer is the time of year when many people head to lakes, rivers, and pools for some refreshing time on the water. Unfortunately visits to pools and lakes can also result in tragic accidental drowning. There are a few precautions that you can take to help minimize summertime risks of drowning. At Patterson Legal Group, […]
Slip and Fall Prevention During National Safety Month
The National Safety Council (NSC) uses the month of June to promote National Safety Month. Every year, the organization highlights various safety issues to help people avoid personal injuries. One of the areas the NSC is highlighting in 2022 is slip and fall prevention. The slip and fall lawyers at Patterson Legal Group applaud the […]
Celebrate National Ride to Work Day
Monday, June 20 is National Ride to Work Day. Patterson Legal Group hopes that it’s a fun-filled experience, full of motorcycle riders enjoying the open air and warm weather, as well as other motorists sharing the road safely with them. Our team also hopes that you have a great time participating in Ride to Work […]
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Tips
For Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, our personal injury lawyers wanted to share a few safety tips for motorcyclists, and other vehicle drivers, to help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries. As such, we’ve provided these tips for motorcyclists and other vehicle drivers to look over. Hopefully, the information can help reduce your chances of […]
What Should I Do If I’m Hit By a Drunk Driver?
Getting into a car accident is distressing under any circumstances. When your accident was caused by a drunk driver, it can be an even more stressful situation. The steps to take after getting into a car crash caused by a drunk driver are similar to that of any car wreck, but with a few more […]
School Bus Accidents and Seat Belts
Every year, thousands of children across Kansas and Missouri ride school buses. While many parents believe that school buses are safe–and for the most part that’s absolutely true–they are also surprised to learn that many school buses do not have seat belts. To help you and your family understand school bus accidents and why many […]
