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Maine Snowmobile Accidents – Safety Tips For Riders

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...

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T-Bone Accidents: Determining Liability, Injuries & Compensation

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?...

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Teen Car Accidents: Speeding & Texting Remain a Problem

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...

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Maine DOT Provides Traffic Safety Tips for the Fall Season

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...

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Maine Car Accident Fatalities Are Up 52% in the First Half of 2022

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...

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What To Do After A Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault

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...

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U.S. Pedestrian Fatalities Reach Record High

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...

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Can I Get Compensation for Shoulder Pain After a Car Accident?

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...

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Be Safe & Share the Road: It's Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Too many motorcycle accidents happen in Maine this time of year In Maine, May is for motorcycles. The days are longer, the air is warmer, and the roads are free of snow and ice. While Maine motorcycle enthusiasts take their bikes out for the new season, it's also a good time to stress the importance...

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Large Vehicles Are More Dangerous to Pedestrians While Turning

Motorists who drive trucks, SUVs, and vans need to be particularly mindful of safety Fatal pedestrian accidents have increased markedly over the last decade — in Maine, for example, there were a record 20 pedestrians killed last year, compared to just 9 in 2012 — and a key factor is the growing popularity of large...

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