Head Injuries: On The Rise Among Older Americans
In the last couple of years head injuries (over-all) have decreased. But head injuries among older people have increased. People over 75 now experience the highest rates of head/brain injury …
Why the Following Rider Isn’t Always at Fault
Most of the time the following rider is responsible for avoiding a collision with the lead vehicle. But what if the lead driver does something reckless to contribute to the …
School Bus Accidents—Demanding Responsibility
When I went to school the buses were run by the school itself. There wasn’t very much traffic in Bellingham. I don’t remember any accidents or even close calls. But …
Throwing Fuel on the Fire: Over-Service Claims in Washington
You probably read about it. A drunk driver killed a motorcycle rider in the University District. The press has focused—understandably—on the drunk driver. But he’s not the only one to …
Distracted Driving – The New Drunk Driving: Who Should Pay the Fiddler?
We’ve posted a lot about drunk driving. Obviously the drunks are responsible. But frequently the people who serve them “one too many” are on the hook too. Should that same …