Winter Weather Means More Accidents

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If you live in the Pacific Northwest then you know how treacherous the roadways become when the Winter “ICE” arrives.  Unlike other area that may receive heavy snowfall, the Portland and Vancouver areas typically get covered in ICE!  It is much easier to drive on snow covered roads than it is on ice covered roads.  Unfortunately, in some circumstances drivers don’t even know there is ice on the road until it is too late.  Black ice is what it is called in the area, when ice forms on the blacktop roadways.  If you hit a patch of road that is covered in “black ice” you typically loose all control of your vehicle as it begins to slide, just like skating in your car on an ice rink, except you have more control with skates.

During the Winter months in Portland and Vancouver there are a lot of accidents because of the icy roads and “black ice”.  Even those driving as carefully as they can wind up in accidents which can cause serious damage to their vehicles and possible physical injuries.  It is important to remember that if you are involved in an accident that you ensure everyone is safe and document the circumstances of the accident as best you can.  If there are injuries you should contact the police and medical personnel.

If injuries or death result because of an accident you should contact a local Portland car accident lawyer or Vancouver personal injury lawyer to ensure you understand your legal options.  Most personal injury lawyers provide free initial consultations where you can discuss the circumstances of your accident with an experienced attorney and they can advise you of your legal options.  Not all accidents will require filing an accident lawsuit, but a good personal injury attorney will be able to let you know if you may be entitled to compensation for injuries and damages suffered.

 

Getting Help After a California Car Accident

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If you or someone you know has ever been in a serious car accident you already know how traumatic they can be.  Not only can you face life long injuries that can put a huge financial strain on you and your family, but there can be emotional scars that can last just as long as the physical scars.

Many people believe that if they have good car insurance that they will be taken care of.  Unfortunately, this is not always the case.  Insurance companies are businesses that must make a profit to continue operating.  When you or a family member are injured, you do not want any cost spared to take care of them in the short and long term.  However, as a business, insurance companies need to cut costs and this can sometimes lead to offering settlements to victims that are far less than what they are entitled to.  In some cases insurance companies will figure out ways to deny liability for an accident in an effort to completely limit their costs.

Medical bills for serious injuries can quickly grow to astronomical amounts.  On going medical costs can quickly exhaust even the best medical insurance coverage.  The stress from mounting medical bills, physical and emotional injuries can have a terrible toll on any person and its important to have some type of help to get through these difficult times.

Personal injury laws and attorneys that specialize in helping victims of accidents can provide the help you need to get through the emotional and financial roller coaster that will occur after a serious accident.  Personal injury laws are designed to help protect individuals that have suffered injuries in an accident caused by another parties negligence.  Whether the other party was a drunk driver, inattentive driver, or a company that produced defective parts or products.  Personal injury attorneys understand the laws and what is required to establish a successful accident claim that will help their clients receive the compensation they are entitled to according to current injury laws.

Below are some legal resources that you can review if you have been injured in an accident or are just looking for more information:

 

San Diego Motorcycle Accident Results in Death

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Tragic accidents like this occur more frequently than we would like to believe.  No one anticipates being involve in a motorcycle or any other type of accident, but they do occur.  Many lives can be affected after an accident, not just the individuals involved.  When you or a loved one are impacted by an accident it is important to contact a local personal injury attorney that specializes in helping individuals who have been injured in an accident.

There are many ways to find a local personal injury attorney.  The quickest is to perform a search in one of the major search engines for your specific need.  For example, doing a search for “Chula Vista motorcycle accident lawyer“, “motorcycle accident lawyer in San Diego” or “San Diego accident attorney” should return web sites of local attorneys (we’ve linked to a local law firm in the examples).

You can also visit one of the many online attorney directories.  Below are some online directories where you can find local lawyers.

 

 

Tennessee Legal Help

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Are you thinking of starting a business?  Looking to purchase real estate?  Injured in an accident?  These are just a few examples of times when having the help of an experienced attorney can be highly advantageous.

Now, you can find almost any information you need by doing a search on one of the major search engines.  You can find sites that provide legal definitions, legal forms, specific laws and even locate a local lawyer that specializes in your specific need.

In this article we wanted to provide some resources for those that live in Tennessee.  Below are links to helpful legal resources that should give you a good start on finding the information you are looking for.

Bar Associations

Legal Web Sites & Resources

Lawyer Directories

Are You Ready For Winter?

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Summer is coming to an end and Fall will quickly lead into chilly Winter months, are you prepared?  Taking a little time to ensure your heating system is functioning properly now can save you from some chilly days and nights in the coming months.  A local heating company will be able to quickly inspect your furnace to ensure it is functioning properly.  They will also be able to perform any routine maintenance that may be needed.

Most heating systems require the filter to be cleaned or replaced regularly and this one of the first things you should do before using your furnace.  Changing a furnace filter is an easy task that almost all homeowners will be able to do.  Most other maintenance and repairs should be left to a trained and certified HVAC company.

When considering hiring a local furnace maintenance and repair company, there a few things you should consider doing for each company you are considering.  Below are a few things you can do quickly that will ensure you hire a good and reputable HVAC company:

  • Check to make sure they are licensed as a HVAC contractor in your state.
  • Check the BBB or state contractors board website to see if they company has any complaints.
  • Look at online review sites to see what past customers are saying about them.
  • Check their rates to see if they are comparable with other local companies.

Performing the items mentioned above will help ensure you hire a good heating and cooling company for you furnace or heat pump installation or repair needs.

Visiting Orange County CA? Check Out Current Traffic Conditions First!

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If you are going to be visiting Orange County, CA or if you live in the area you should check the local traffic conditions before heading out.  For those that have driven in Orange County, you know that the traffic can be a nightmare.  Even if there are no car accidents, traffic can still come to a stand still during peak hours.

As the population of Orange County continues to grow and because of it being an economic hub with many businesses and tourist destinations the roads are almost always jammed.  With packed freeways and busy side streets it is no wonder that many car accidents happen on a daily basis.

To check for current traffic conditions you can visit this web site:  http://www.sigalert.com/Map.asp?region=Orange+County#lat=33.69964&lon=-117.80006&z=1

Here is an image showing what type of information it provides:

orangecountytrafficconditions

 

Another great site to check for real time traffic information is the CHP traffic site here: http://cad.chp.ca.gov/Traffic.aspx

Here is an image showing the type of traffic information you can expect to find on the site:

chptrafficinformation

 

Remember, if you do find yourself involved in an accident, be sure to contact an experienced auto accident lawyer in Orange County.  A good Orange County personal injury lawyer can help ensure your legal rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you are entitled to.

Above all, drive safe when driving in Orange County, CA!

 

Current Gold Prices Rising After Reaching Lows

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Over the last couple of months Gold prices have seen a decline, but recently prices have begun to tick up.  Currently, prices are up as investors move back into the gold precious metal.  After falling from its high of over $1900 per ounce, it is good news to gold investors and those looking to sell gold jewelry that prices have begun their upward trend.

As with any investment vehicle, gold and precious metals will fluctuate because of many different reasons.  It is almost impossible to determine which direction the price may go because there is no telling what events may occur to drive the price one way or the other.

Below is an image of the current Gold price chart:

Live New York Gold Chart [Kitco Inc.]

The below chart shows how the price of Gold has been moving lower over the last 60 days:

For those looking to sell gold jewelry the first thing you should do is get a jewelry appraisal from a certified jewelry appraiser in your area.  In many cases, jewelry can be worth more than just the value of its weight in gold.  Here is a link to learn more about the benefits of jewelry appraisals.

Current Tennessee Continuing Legal Education For Attorneys

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Like other states, Tennessee has a continuing education requirement for licensed attorneys.  Below is the actual wording from the law:

Section 3. Continuing Legal Education Requirement.

3.01.  Each attorney admitted to practice law in the State of Tennessee shall attend, or complete an approved substitute for attendance, a minimum of twelve (12) actual hours of approved continuing legal education each calendar year, beginning January 1, 1987. In addition, beginning January 1, 1993, attorneys shall complete three (3) additional hours per year of approved continuing education in courses dealing with ethics and professionalism (“EP credits”). All hours of continuing legal education for each calendar year shall be earned by December 31 of that calendar year.

3.02.  Attorneys who have a permanent physical disability which makes attendance of CLE programs inordinately difficult may file a request for a substitute program in lieu of attendance and shall therein set out continuing legal education plans tailored to their specific interests and physical abilities. The Commission shall review and approve or disapprove such plans on an individual basis. Denial of any requested substitute for attendance will be accompanied by reasons for the denial of the application and suggestions how the attorney might improve his or her application for an approved substitute for attendance.

3.03.  Each attorney must actually attend fifteen (15) instructional hours of CLE per year. An instructional hour shall be determined by the Commission.

Complete Law: http://www.tsc.state.tn.us/rules/supreme-court/21

If you require the services of a Tennessee attorney for any of the reasons mentioned below, be sure to check the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility to ensure they have an active law license and they are current on any required continuing education requirements: