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Maine Boating Safety Tips

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Maine Boat Accident Statistics According to the U.S. Coast Guard, a reportable accident is one in which someone was killed or injured or one which resulted in extensive property damage. In Maine in 2014, the most recent year for which the Coast Guard has statistics, there were 35 reportable accidents.  Visit our previous blog post […]

Maine Boating Accident Statistics

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During 2015, there were 32 boating accidents on Maine waterways. Seven of these accidents were considered fatal resulting in eight deaths. While the overall death toll was slightly higher in 2015 than in prior years, there were fewer accidents in 2015 than in prior years. Maine’s coastline is 230 miles long, offering boaters plenty of […]

Maine Courtroom - Dauber Challenge

What is a Daubert Challenge?

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Many personal injury lawsuits depend on the testimony of expert witnesses. Experts are those witnesses who have specific knowledge in a certain subject relevant to the case. Their testimony is expected to clarify the issues for a jury or to confirm allegations of negligence. For example, in a medical malpractice case, experts are called upon […]

Petition to Reduce Accidents near Bates College

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Russell Street, right along the Bates College campus, has 3 of the most dangerous intersections in the city. Along a .2 mile stretch between Main St and Bardwell St, there were 41 accidents last year! Eliminating a lane of traffic is the best way to improve safety for pedestrians and motorists alike. Maine Traffic Fatalities […]

Textalyzer to make roads safer

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Distracted driving because of cell phones is now deemed just as dangerous as drunk driving, and law enforcement is taking notice. There is a new tool and corresponding legislation currently under consideration in New York that could help put an end to texting while driving. It is called the textalyzer. What is The Textalyzer Developed […]

tips to prevent dog bites in maine

Tips to Prevent Dog Bites in Maine

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Talk with dog owners in Maine, and you’ll likely hear that their pet is man’s best friend. Dogs are often loyal, loving and playful, yet this furry family member can sometimes be involved in serious and even deadly situations. The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention reports that 4.5 million dog bites happen to Americans […]

maine car accident- dos and donts

Dos and Donts after a Maine Car Accident

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If you live in Maine and you have been in a car accident, there are a number of steps you can take to ensure your safety and preserve the scene. When you have been hurt in an accident, getting medical help is your first priority. If you are medically stable, call the authorities to respond […]

Hoverboard in Lewiston Maine - banned due to personal injury concerns

Lewiston Bans Indoor Hoverboards

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Lewiston Lawyers Applaud City Ban of Hoverboards In response to national events, Lewiston’s City Council has banned the use of hoverboards inside city buildings. The Council also included other personal wheeled devices in the ban, such as skateboards, inline skates and wheeled shoes. The ban permits city employees to stop people riding the devices inside […]

Homeowner Insurance and Drones in Maine

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Drones in Maine Raise New Questions about Privacy and Insurance Recreational drone use has expanded in Maine, causing debate among law enforcement and home insurance providers alike. Drones, also referred to as Unmanned Aerial Systems, are raising new questions about privacy, insurance, and the role of government oversight. The Predicament In Maine, individuals may face […]