In 2017, there were 2,105 collisions at railroad crossings in the United States. These incidents resulted in 274 deaths and 807 injuries. How fast should you drive over railroad tracks? The speed limit is 15 mph within 100 feet of a railroad crossing where you cannot...
1. Remain Calm and proceed through with a quick and efficient plan of action 2. Call Your Debit Card Issuers – If you had an ATM/debit card or checkbook in your wallet/purse, your very first phone call should be to that bank or card issuer. That's because victims of...
Travel can be exhilarating but also scary at times. When you're venturing into the great unknown, follow these safety tips to protect yourself and ensure a happy and secure journey: 1. Leave an itinerary and emergency contact – even if it's just as basic as which city...
June is National Safety Month June is the start of the summer travel season. Have you ever driven while on the phone, changing the radio station, or yelling at others in the car? If you have you are not alone, these are just some of the distractions we face everyday...
Nebraska employees know an injury in the workplace can lead to complications that can affect many areas of their lives. If you are a worker and you experience an injury due to a workplace accident, you know it is important to take steps to protect your interests and...
Congratulations to my colleague, L. Todd Kelly, of North Austin, Texas, for recovering $5,015,000.00 for the family of a child killed by a chained-up pit bull. Mr. Kelly has a great passion for helping his clients and it can be felt in the poem he composed for the...
Workers' compensation benefits are typically available to most Nebraska workers, including those in the nursing field, in the event they experience injury in a work-related incident. The claims process can be quite complex, but it is helpful for nurses to understand...
Truckers face an endless list of hazards as they navigate the busy roads — and often-dangerous conditions — across different state lines. If you are a member of this industry, you will likely want to know that your employer has workers' compensation insurance in...
Most car accidents and crashes are caused by irresponsible drivers. Most irresponsible drivers refuse or fail to maintain adequate insurance coverage to cover the harms and losses they cause by driving negligently. Thus, it is important to be aware what you have to do...
Poor Maintenance Pitfalls It is important to report vehicle defects and deficiencies to the motor carrier as soon as they are discovered. Not reporting a problem when it first occurs can have serious consequences for both a driver and his/her motor carrier, including...
