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Small claims court is a more unique, simple court, for those looking to file for smaller claims. Personal injury claims, for example, are cases that are normally dealt with in a larger court, as there are large amounts of money at stake, in addition to lawyers and their fees. Small claims court, on the other hand, is typically for cases under $5,000, and attorneys are not allowed. So, when is it a good option to...

Escalators are normally not thought of as a dangerous way of transportation, though there are times where escalators can actually be very dangerous, and sometimes deadly. The reason being is that many escalators go upwards or downwards, either to or from a higher floor. At times, the person riding the escalator may be very high above the ground, and falling off could lead to a serious injury, if not death. Here are the top two...

You know who’s at fault, and you know it is not you. While that is great, there must be evidence to support it, and there is likely a lot you can do to prepare for your personal injury lawsuit. If have been injured lately, and are suing, keep these three tips in mind when preparing for your personal injury lawsuit. Know the time limit The Statue of Limitations states that there is a certain amount...

Drugs are built with a variety of body types and situations in mind. In many cases, many drugs are generally safe for people across the board. However, a demographic that is often sitting on the dangerous side of drugs is that of pregnant women. While many drugs are deemed safe across the board, pregnant women are often not taken into account. Of course, since there could be no warning, pregnant women will often take these...

Few things are as important as keeping up with good physical health. Working out at a gym promotes and encourages a bright, healthy lifestyle. Millions of Americans take advantage of gyms to provide a wide array of training equipment they wouldn’t normally have access to. However, it is up to the gym management and staff to ensure clean, hygienic, and overall safe place to work out. Considering how many people use the gym equipment and...

There are certain objects in the house that people rely on but hope they never have to use. First aid kits, fire extinguishers, security alarms, smoke detectors and more could all help prevent a variety of accidents. While these products are safety staples everyone should own, many overlook the benefits or the need to test such objects. The last thing anyone wants is for a major safety precaution device to fail on them in the...

Getting into an accident of any kind can happen in seconds. But the repercussions from accidents can follow victims long after the accident has occurred. Injuries resulting from events like whiplash, bone fractures, twists, sprains and more can make it difficult to carry out common tasks. While the first call after an incident resulting in serious injuries, such as a motor vehicle accident , is often 911, an often overlooked step is speaking to a physical...

Today, getting to a destination quickly is something many people try to do, as more and more people are becoming rushed with their daily lives. Unfortunately, many apps on cell phones do not account for real time traffic, which can cause people to become both frustrated and more rushed, leading to a possible accident. It is important to have an app that accounts for this real-time traffic, and gives you different options for both the...

Few things are exciting as getting a new car. Be it used or new, you pick one out that works for you and you’re on your way. But one of the most necessary steps in getting a new car is buying the insurance. There are many insurance companies with a wide variety of coverage options based on your financial situation. It can be tempting to go for the most affordable option, but in many cases,...

With laws popping up all over the country requiring the use of hands-free devices when talking on a cell phone, one wonders if it really is safer. There are studies to support both sides of the debate with evidence to both cases. How Safe Are You? Using hands-free devices does free up your hands while driving, but they aren’t exactly hands-free at all times. Fussing with earbuds and microphones can distract drivers as much as...