You don’t have to be a kid to love Halloween. Dressing up as your favorite character or superhero, decorating the […] The post BE GHOULISH…NOT FOOLISH: SAFETY TIPS FOR A HAZARD-FREE HALLOWEEN appeared first on The Sam Bernstein Law Firm ..read more

Labor Day weekend is a popular time for getting together with nearby friends and family or loading up the car […] The post LABOR DAY SAFETY TIPS: HOW TO SURVIVE ONE OF THE YEAR’S MOST DANGEROUS WEEKENDS appeared first on The Sam Bernstein Law Firm ..read more

From smart home systems to lightning-speed computers to automobiles with advanced safety features, we rely on technology to improve many […] The post INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY ENHANCES MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT SAFETY: SMART HELMETS, WEARABLE AIRBAGS AND MORE appeared first on The Sam Bernstein Law Firm ..read more

A variety of factors contribute to traffic accidents, but speed is one of the leading culprits. And, because motorcycles provide […] The post SPOTLIGHT ON SPEED: HOW EXCESSIVE SPEEDING AFFECTS MICHIGAN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT CASES appeared first on The Sam Bernstein Law Firm ..read more

Signing a liability waiver is a customary procedure at venues such as fitness centers, bicycle and boat rentals, ski resorts, […] The post DO LIABILITY WAIVERS PREVENT VICTIMS FROM FILING PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUITS? appeared first on The Sam Bernstein Law Firm ..read more

Fireworks are a tradition at 4th of July celebrations across the country, from hand-held sparklers to breathtaking professional displays. While fireworks make the holiday more festive, a happy occasion can turn tragic in a matter of seconds when someone is seriously hurt. In fact, last year eight people were killed in fireworks accidents and 9,700 people received emergency treatment for fireworks-related injuries. In addition, private citizens have to adhere to various state and local laws that regulate when and where fireworks can be set off as well as which kinds are permitted for personal u ..read more

Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer travel season, and motorists are taking to the road in record numbers this year. AAA estimates 38.4 million people, including 1.3 million Michiganders, are driving more than 50 miles from home this weekend. This is the highest number of travelers in more than 20 years as well as 4 percent more than last year. However, Memorial Day weekend is also one of the deadliest due to the unusually high volume of cars on the road and the propensity for reckless behaviors such as drinking, speeding and distracted driving. Here is a guide to making your tr ..read more

If you are still using a hand-held cell phone behind the wheel, National Distracted Driving Awareness Month is a good time to break this hazardous habit. Throughout April, police officers statewide, in cooperation with the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning, are ramping up enforcement of the hands-free law passed last year. Read on to learn the facts about this deadly epidemic and why you need an experienced car accident lawyer if you are injured in a crash involving a distracted driver.   Do You Have a Case?   DISTURBING DATA ON DISTRACTED DRIVING The National Safety Council ..read more

Where golf carts were once reserved exclusively for golf courses, they have become a popular mode of transportation beyond the greens. They are energy-efficient and easy to maneuver in places where cars may be unwieldy. In Michigan, they are especially useful in beach communities and places where motor vehicles are prohibited, such as Mackinac Island. Because the practice of operating golf carts on public roads and streets is relatively new, there is some understandable confusion about the rules and regulations governing their use. Here is an overview of when, where and how golf carts may be u ..read more

If you have been feeling out of sorts since the recent “spring ahead” time change, you are not alone. While we enjoy the extra hour of evening light, daylight saving time can be hazardous to health and safety. Research shows a rise in fatal car accidents and serious medical events such as heart attacks during the week after moving our clocks. Getting enough rest and driving more cautiously can help reduce the risk of a crash. However, if you or a loved one is injured, hiring an experienced car accident attorney is the best way to receive the compensation you deserve.   Do You Have a Case ..read more