Author Archives: Metier Law Firm

Traumatic Brain Injuries Change Lives

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) have been getting a significant amount of coverage in the media lately. In fact, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) has declared March as Brain Injury Awareness Month. Informing the public about TBIs is important work, because research is indicating that far more Americans suffer from TBIs than previously thought,… read more

Get the Word Out During Brain Injury Awareness Month

The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) marks the month of March as Brain injury Awareness Month. Intended to promote awareness and advocacy, the BIAA encourages self-advocates, families and volunteers across the nation to spread the facts about traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) during the month of March. The organization encourages the download and distribution of… read more

Wear Boots While Riding to Keep Your Feet

Footwear is an important component of proper motorcycle gear that you may not have considered. When riding, your feet encounter the ground more than any other part of your body. Proper footwear could mean the difference between a minor motorcycle accident and a trip to the emergency room. Have you ever seen a rider wearing… read more

Ride the Pounds Away

You may have many reasons for riding your motorcycle, but is one of them to lose weight? According to leatherup.com, motorcycle riding could be a way to drop some pounds. Riding a motorcycle certainly takes more physical effort than driving a car. You have to use upper and lower body strength to handle your bike… read more

The Challenges of Cerebral Palsy Can Often Be Overcome

You have probably heard of cerebral palsy. It is one of the most common congenital (existing before or at birth) disorders of childhood. Caused by a variety of factors, cerebral palsy can lead to a lifetime of difficulties for those who suffer from it. There are three main types of cerebral palsy: Spastic cerebral palsy… read more

Riding a Motorcycle Can Make You Deaf

Hearing protection is not something that is often talked about when discussing motorcycle safety. When you consider that a motorcycle traveling at 35 mph makes the same amount of noise as a gas-powered lawn mower, it may make you realize why hearing protection while riding is so important. We all know motorcycles can be noisy,… read more

Erb’s Palsy is Avoidable

The birth of a child is supposed to be a joyous experience, but occasionally it can become a traumatic one. Birth injuries happen more often than they should, and if your child suffers from one, it could affect his or her entire life. One such birth injury is known as Erb’s Palsy. Erb’s palsy is… read more

Bike Tune-Up Tips for Safety

Bicycles are a great mode of transportation. It is important to remember to maintain your bicycle, both to ensure that it lasts and to prevent a malfunction that could leave you stranded. Here are four tips to keep your bike tuned up: Clean and lubricate your chain. The chain is a key component of you… read more

The SPIDE Strategy Could Save Your Life

If you take a motorcycle safety course, you will likely be instructed to practice the motorcycle SPIDE strategy. Designed to protect riders while out on the road, SPIDE can prove invaluable in dangerous motorcycling situations. It consists of the following five steps: Scan – Continuously scan ahead for potential hazards. Oil, water, sand or other… read more