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The Problem of Hearing Loss Caused by the Workplace

Nevadans who work in noisy facilities may suffer from work-related hearing loss, and they may be able to recover workers’ compensation benefits for their conditions. Workplaces have to follow rules that have been promulgated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) about workplace noise exposure. A workers’ compensation attorney may help people who have suffered occupational hearing losses to recover benefits to pay for their medical expenses. If workers are left either partially or totally disabled, the lawyer can help them try to receive monthly disability benefits so that they can have ongoing financial support.

Nevada Drivers Some of the Worst in the Nation

Recent studies reveal that Nevada drivers may be some of the worst in the nation, and their poor driving behaviors result in thousands of car accidents every year. While some of these crashes are minor, others cause serious and even life-threatening injuries. Regardless of the severity of these motor vehicle mishaps, one thing is certain- many of the behaviors that cause them can and should be avoided. Ranked for 2016 as the state with the seventh worst drivers in the nation, it appears that Nevada’s motorists have a lot to work on.
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ATVs: Risky Rides for Nevada Residents

Riding an ATV can be lots of fun, but it can also be very dangerous when the proper safety precautions are not taken. Accident victims suffer serious injuries that are often life-changing. Sadly, many victims lose their lives. About 92 percent of deaths involving ATVs are associated with unsafe practices and deadly decisions that could have been prevented.

The Types of Wrongful Death Lawsuits

To prevail with a wrongful death lawsuit, the plaintiff’s estate must prove that the death was caused by the defendant’s carelessness, neglect, or both. Some wrongful death types are well known, such as medical malpractice and accidents, while other types are less common.

The Unanticipated Dangers of Drowsy Driving

A study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that drivers who get insufficient sleep are just as likely to crash a vehicle as a drunken driver. In effect, the study found that drowsy driving is as dangerous as driving while intoxicated.

Physically Demanding And Repetitive Tasks May Cause Repetitive Trauma

Dramatic workplace accidents don’t cause all work-related injuries. Over time, physically demanding and repetitive tasks may cause gradual damage known as repetitive trauma. This trauma includes diseases and injuries that affect the muscles, bones, nerves, tendons and respiratory system. Employees may receive workers’ compensation for repetitive trauma, but unfortunately, it isn’t always a guarantee.
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Bicycle Safety Tips for Your Kids

Bicycle safety is essential to prevent accidents and injuries for kids. In Nevada, a Las Vegas bike accident attorney often sees kids with serious injuries including fractures and broken bones, facial cuts and abrasions, and head trauma as a result of bicycle accidents.
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NHTSA reviews effectiveness of motorcycle helmets

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a study which found that, in general, motorcycle helmets are improving and saving more lives, however, their effectiveness is hampered by the failure of some states to enact rigorous motorcycle helmet laws. NHTSA reviews the effectiveness of motorcycle helmets every few years to examine the impact of new designs and technology on motorcycle fatalities and to identify areas in which regulators and manufacturers could improve safety.

Is Driving with Music Considered Distracted Driving?

Listening to music while operating a vehicle is only considered distracted driving in certain circumstances. Deciding whether a driver is distracted entails looking at key variables along a spectrum of considerations. These variables include the driver’s age and driving experience, what style of music is listened to and the volume.

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