What kind of dog bite injuries are children likely to suffer?
Millions of people in the United States own dogs, which adds up to an almost equal number of dog bite injuries each year. The American Animal Hospital Association reports that almost 5 million people suffer dog bites each year, and of those victims, many are children.When toddlers and young children experience dog bites, certain...
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Are you covered when you have to drop and cover?
The last week has been a reminder to all Utah residents that we need to be prepared for earthquakes. Thankfully our most recent tremors did not result in any serious injuries but it definitely puts our individual preparedness at the forefront of our minds.Whether you are a homeowner or a business owner, you have...
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Can I be fined or sued if I don’t shovel my sidewalk?
Although there is no federal law regulating snow removal, individual states and cities may have their own laws regarding snow removal. In Salt Lake City, for example, according to ordinance 14.20.070, snow must be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours of a storm. This applies to both residents and business owners. If residents or...
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Skiing and Snowboarding Accidents: What is the Resort’s Liability?
In a study conducted by the Univerisity of Utah Medical Center looking at a span of 5 ski seasons, a total of 794 skiing accidents and 348 snowboarding accidents were treated at their emergency department. That’s 1142 injuries for just one hospital in the state. It’s is apparent why states with thriving skiing and...
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5 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
Hiring a personal injury attorney can be unfamiliar territory for most people. There is a myriad of concerns and questions. We have boiled down the five most common questions people have and should ask when hiring a personal injury attorney as well as our responses.1. How much will this cost?In addition to a free...
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Pedestrian Safety: Do You Know How to Protect Yourself?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in 2017 an average of one person was killed every 88 minutes in an auto-pedestrian accident. This was a 1.7 percent decrease from the previous year but that still amounts to 5,977 deaths.The NHTSA has put together ten suggestions to help you do all that...
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