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Why Should I See a Doctor After a Car Accident?
Getting into a car accident can be distressing. There can be so much to worry about that you may neglect your health and focus on other matters. This is a huge mistake. Seeing a doctor after a car accident is imperative. Cars can be fixed and property can be replaced, but you only have one […]
How to Avoid Work Zone Accidents
Construction zone accidents can cause injury in a wide variety of ways. Adding a work zone on a safe and familiar street could transform it into a hazard that leads to car accidents, bicycle crashes, pedestrian accidents, and more. According to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), in 2019 there were 8 crash […]
Distracted Driving Causes and How to Avoid Them
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in America. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) claims that approximately eight people die every day because of distracted driving, while the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) claims that roughly 400,000 accidents occurred in 2018 due to driver distraction. A driver […]
Three Tips to Help You Avoid a Valentine’s Day Injury
Valentine’s Day is nearly here! For many, the holiday is filled with romantic gestures, exquisite dinners, and extravagant gifts. While it’s a lovely holiday for expressing your love for your partner, it can’t also be surprisingly dangerous. Extraordinary gestures can lead to extraordinary circumstances, with the end result being a Valentine’s Day injury. Patterson Legal […]
Bath Safety Month: Six Valuable Tips to Avoid Bathing Accidents
January is National Bath Safety Month. Many people are unaware that the bathroom is one of the most dangerous rooms in a home. With slippery surfaces, running water, electrical outlets, and more, it’s no wonder that so many personal injuries happen in or near bath tubs. To help you and your loved ones stay safe […]
Patterson Legal Group Expands Into Garden City
Patterson Legal Group announces the expansion of their legal practice into Western Kansas with the addition of their fifth law office located at 2312 East Kansas Ave Suite A in Garden City. The law firm is excited about this opportunity to offer a more personalized approach to how their legal team assists injury victims in […]
Slow Cooker and Pressure Cooker Safety Tips
January is National Slow Cooking Month. With many slow cookers and pressure cookers given as holiday gifts, people are anxious to use their new appliances. Before you make amazing homemade chicken soup and delectable pot roast, it’s important to understand proper slow cooker and pressure cooker safety. Patterson Legal Group is here to help you […]
Impaired Driving Prevention Month
How You Can Help Prevent Fatal Accidents National Impaired Driving Prevention Month takes place annually during the month of December. The main purpose of this initiative is to help prevent thousands of lives being lost each year because drivers get behind the wheel while impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, sleep deprivation, and lack of focus. […]
Thanksgiving Safety During COVID-19
Thanksgiving is normally a holiday full of family, friends, and food. In 2020, it will be very different for many people due to COVID-19. With coronavirus infections and hospitalizations soaring through Kansas and Missouri, Patterson Legal Group hopes that you practice excellent COVID-19 Thanksgiving safety this year to keep your family safe and to halt […]
National Seat Belt Day is November 14
National Seat Belt Day takes place on November 14, 2020. The event was established in 2019 to commemorate the invention of the three-point seat belt and to raise awareness of the importance of seat belt use. The originators were the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), popular rideshare service Uber, and Volvo. The Swedish carmaker created […]
