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Soft Tissue Injuries from Car Accidents
A tissue is a group of cells with a similar structure that work together to perform a particular function in your body. Skin, nerves, and blood are all types of tissue.
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Roads and Intersections to Avoid in Omaha
Everybody knows that Nebraska is rural state, full of farms and ranches. But we also have almost two million people operating around 2.4 million registered vehicles. About one out of six Nebraska residents live in Omaha, and a over 13 million people visit the city every year.
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Are Roundabouts Safer Than Intersections?
A roundabout is a circular intersection where drivers travel around a center island. Also known as traffic circles, roundabouts are very popular in Europe and they are becoming more common in the United States.
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How to Maximize Your Personal Injury Claim
If you have been hurt through someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you are entitled to pursue compensation for your injuries. It is essential to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney before accepting any offer from an insurance adjuster. Insurance companies are in business for profit. The adjuster’s job is to minimize the company’s payout – not to make sure you are fully and fairly compensated. The following tips can help you maximize your Omaha personal injury claim.
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2022 Bowties and Books Scholarship
Jason Bottlinger is grateful for everything he has been able to achieve in this great country, and he feels a personal obligation to give back to the community whenever he can. That’s why we invest in America’s future by helping students improve their lives through higher education. In this spirit, we’re proud to announce that our $2500 Bowties and Books Scholarship is open to any current college student or college-bound high school senior in America.
Teaching Your Kids to Be Safe Around Dogs
It is a natural defense of dogs to bite. Even the friendliest dog can become frightened or angry in certain situations. If you have dogs in your home, visit people with canine family members, or go around them in other places, it is important to teach your children how to be safe around dogs.
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How to Collect Evidence After a Car Crash
No matter how diligently you drive, there is always the risk of a motor vehicle collision on the roadways today. In 2020, there were 217 fatal crashes and 9,847 injury crashes in Nebraska, as reported by the state Department of Transportation (DOT).
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Winter Storms and the Dangers That Follow
Nebraska is a beautiful place to live. But you’ll want to be prepared for big storms in the wintertime and always pay attention to the weather report. When blizzard conditions hit, they can last for days at a time, so it’s crucial to stock up on provisions and take other precautions to stay safe and warm.
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How to Investigate Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Our elderly loved ones deserve to live in a safe, comfortable, healthful, friendly environment. Sadly, nursing home abuse and neglect are common occurrences today. Rates of abuse are high in nursing homes, with two out of three staff reporting that they have committed abuse in the past year, as stated by the World Health Organization (WHO).
How to Avoid Accidents with Trucks
In a collision with a fully-loaded 18-wheeler weighing 80,000 lbs. or more, occupants of a 4,000 lb. passenger vehicles are likely to suffer serious injuries. A total of 5,005 people were killed in crashes involving large trucks in 2019, including 64 in Nebraska, as reported by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA). With the rapid increase in online buying, there are more large commercial trucks than ever on the roadways today. It makes sense to learn what to do to avoid a serious truck accident. The following tips can help you keep yourself and your passengers safe.
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