Apple just announced an innovative feature upcoming on the next software update of Apple’s iOS 11. It is a “do not disturb while driving mode,” which turns the phone off from receiving notifications. It also sends an auto-reply to the contactors letting them know the driver is behind the wheel, and will get back to… read more
Have you ever walked outside, key in hand, ready to ride only to discover that your motorcycle is nowhere in sight? It sounds like the nightmare you woke up from only a few days ago, but for many motorcyclists this is reality. In 2016, 46,467 motorcycles were stolen, but the attorneys who ride at the… read more
Research that was presented in a 2017 meeting for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons found that overall concussion rates have increased amongst high school athletes, and that female soccer players have the highest risk of concussion, even more than football payers. This could be due to lack of concussion prevention programs, and not having… read more
Recently, the Colorado courts looked at jurors’ ability to avoid inflammatory media infiltration, the admissibility of text messages, the interpretation of insurance language in two completely disparate cases, and the liability of a company for one bad apple in its employ. Can the Media Be Avoided? In a case that asked whether a jury really… read more
With the winter season over and the riding season in full swing, there’s another season motorcyclists all over the country need to be familiar with. It’s motorcycle theft season, but just how much do you know about motorcycle thefts in this country? Well, the attorneys that ride have some answers for you, and they may… read more
Road debris is a serious safety threat found on highways and interstates throughout the country. Furniture, old tires, car parts, electronics and other objects routinely cause car accidents. In fact, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety claims more than 200,000 accidents were caused by road debris between 2011 and 2014. More than 39,000 people suffered… read more
Two years ago, we told you about the deal struck between the U.S. Army and British firm Malloy Aeronautics. Well, there’s been an update, and it could mean that you might be able to fly a speederbike like Luke Skywalker soon. Are You Ready to Ride a Hoverbike? Malloy Aeronautics partnered with the U.S. Army… read more
In the mid-1950s, Robert F. Borkenstein invented the breathalyzer, a tool that became used by law enforcement across the country to measure the blood alcohol content (BAC) of motorists. If motorists are pulled over and they test above a certain threshold while using the breathalyzer, they face arrest. The breathalyzer became an important asset in… read more
The motorcycling attorneys here at the Metier Law Firm just can’t stop talking about motorcycle safety, so it’s a good thing that May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Unfortunately, this month is coming to an end, but we still have a ton of safety knowledge to pass on to you. Here are some tips to… read more
If you or a loved one has had a serious brain injury, you know what a struggle it can be to recover. In many situations, the effects of a serious brain injury last long after the initial recovery process. The brain affect moods, personality, and emotional responses. A serious injury can change brain chemistry and… read more
