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A Maine brain injury lawyer breaks down the common causes, symptoms, and treatments of TBI Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious medical condition that results from a violent blow or jolt to the head or body, causing damage to the victim's brain. TBIs are often caused by accidents, such as car crashes, falls, and...

Maine roads were more dangerous in 2022 than any other year since 2007, according to a Press Herald article. At the end of 2022, there were 177 road fatalities in Maine, the highest number of crashes since 2007, when 183 people died. Safety advocates concluded that driver behavior was the primary factor in causing the...

Snowmobile accidents can be very dangerous and cause serious injuries or death. Snowmobile accidents in Maine often result in severe and fatal injuries. As such, riders should understand the risks they face and how to avoid a snowmobile accident. Below are some of the snowmobile safety tips provided by officials at the Maine Department of...

Maine car accident lawyers explain what drivers need to know about side-impact crashes. Some of the most dangerous types of motor vehicle accidents involve one vehicle crashing into another vehicle from the side. But what exactly is a T-bone accident? Why do they happen? Who's at fault? And how much are such accident claims worth?...

A Maine car accident lawyer explains why teen driver safety must be a priority Car accidents caused by teenage drivers often involve texting while driving or speeding, according to a recent study that found young drivers often engage in both dangerous activities at an alarming rate. "The data from these teens gives us another way...

Here's what drivers in Maine should know to avoid a collision this autumn. Car accidents can happen any time of year in Maine. However, drivers face different risks on the road every fall. That's why the Maine Department of Transportation (Maine DOT) recently provided some safety tips aimed at helping drivers avoid motor vehicle collisions...

Car accident fatalities in Maine soared 52 percent earlier this year, mainly due to reckless drivers. That's according to a recent study conducted by the National Safety Council, which analyzed car accident deaths nationwide. "Traffic violence plagues our communities, and thousands of lives lost each month is simply unacceptable," said Mark Chung, executive vice president...

Car accidents can be a distressing experience, especially if the accident was not your fault. You may be seriously injured and wondering what to do next, or you may not know how to deal with the insurance company and any potential legal issues. Fortunately, there are things you can do to protect your health and...

Pedestrian deaths remained at historically high levels in 2021. Pedestrian accident fatalities nationwide and in Maine reached record highs last year, according to a recent report published by the Governor's Highway Safety Administration (GHSA) based on accident data collected by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). "Whether looking at preliminary state data for 2021...

If your shoulder hurts, you need to see a doctor. Then, you need to explore your legal options with an experienced car accident attorney Shoulder pain is common after a car accident and should never be ignored; it is often a sign of a serious underlying injury and can get worse if left untreated. Treating...