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We expect doctors and other medical professionals to perform to a high standard of proficiency. Patients sometimes sustain injuries or illnesses when doctors fail to uphold their standard of care. Errors made by doctors and surgeons can even lead to death or permanent disability. Medical malpractice results in roughly 250,000 deaths in the United States...

Safely driving through a parking lot requires keen attention and caution. The common misconception about parking lots is that they are safer than major roadways. Parking lots are often far more congested with both drivers and pedestrians than major roadways, however. With so many distractions and so many drivers and pedestrians coming and going, traffic...

Pedestrian fatalities have been on the rise over the last few years. This is despite an overall decline in fatal crashes. In 2018, there were approximately 6,283 pedestrian deaths reported across the United States. That’s a three percent increase from 2017. Some safety advocates speculate that an increase in SUVs (which have been shown to...

Important Motorcycle Safety Tips Brought to you by Joe Bornstein (see video) Each year in Maine, on average there are 17 fatalities and over 600 motorcycle accidents. More often than not, it’s other drivers who are responsible due to inattention or failure to share the road. At the Law Offices of Joe Bornstein, we see...

Traffic fatalities involving car occupants have been on a steady decline over the last few years. That may be due to better car designs, new safety features and stricter distracted driving laws. The same can't be said about pedestrians and bicyclists. Unlike motorists, they don't have the protection of seatbelts, airbags and heavy structural framework....

Riding a motorcycle is a fun way to get around. You might hop on your bike to cruise through the backroads of Maine or you might choose to ride as an economical way to get to work. During the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, when many activities have been curtailed, motorcycle enthusiasts are still taking to the...

The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on the economy, but it has also led to an unexpected benefit for retailers who sell bicycles. An industry analyst has found that bicycle sales in the United States has seen its biggest spike since the oil crisis of the 1970s. The Bangor Daily News cited “fitness...

Maine Governor Janet Mills issued a statewide stay-at-home order on March 31, 2020 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Until May 31, residents are urged to avoid traveling unless it's for essential purposes, such as going to work, getting groceries, or attending medical appointments. Our roads are relatively empty as a result of the statewide...

On March 31, 2020, Maine Governor Janet Mills issued a statewide stay-at-home order to help prevent the spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). As a result, residents were urged to stay home and several businesses were required to close their doors. While the pandemic has temporarily changed daily life in Maine, some people must still...

The legal team at The Law Offices of Joe Bornstein has been closely monitoring the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Cases of COVID-19 are rapidly spreading across the United States, including in Maine. As news continues to unfold, we worry about the safety of our staff, our families, friends, and community. Despite many Maine...