In Wyoming, oil and gas jobs have become a major source of employment, but it is also an industry with a high number of fatal workplace accidents. One of the greatest dangers of working in the oil and gas industry is the risk of being exposed to volatile materials. To give our readers a picture… read more
Several weeks ago, we wrote a blog about Homeland star Damian Lewis’ motorcycle accident and a resulting traumatic brain injury that left him with temporary depression. However, there are dozens of famous individuals who have been seriously injured by motorcycle accidents, and their stories can offer some insight into how being hurt while riding a… read more
Companies that release unsafe products can put their customers at risk for facing severe and permanent injuries. During high school football practice one late afternoon in 2008, Rhett Ridolfi was hit during a blocking drill that would forever change his life. It took his coaches several hours to realize something was wrong, but when they… read more
As motorcyclists, we are always at risk for the unexpected event that can lead to a motorcycle accident and change our lives forever. Fortunately, there are ways to improve our safety, and today we will discuss road hazards that include rough and bumpy roads, debris and slick or slippery surfaces. Remember that the best advice… read more
Repeat drunk drivers in Colorado might soon face harsher penalties for driving under the influence, as a new bill is making its way through the Colorado House and Senate. The bill would make any driver convicted of his or her fourth DUI a felon. Drunk driving offenders could also be charged with a felony under… read more
One of the most difficult prospects of surviving a motorcycle accident can be enduring the long and grueling rehabilitation process while healing from a catastrophic injury. New techniques for rehabilitation and innovative devices are developed every year to help give individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) more independence in their daily lives. After a motorcycle… read more
Commercial trucks weigh up to 80,000 pounds and travel at speeds of 55 miles per hour or more, making them the most lethal vehicles on our roads. Due to the potential for trucks to inflict maximum levels of devastation in the event of an accident, federal regulations exist to set rules in place so truck… read more
Metier Law Firm is dedicated to serving people who have been catastrophically injured in accidents due to the negligence of another party. With over 30 years of experience, our injury attorneys utilize unique trial strategies, innovative technology and specialists to help reconstruct your accident and tell your story. Thomas Metier, the senior managing member of… read more
Riding a motorcycle is like any other hobby, practice makes perfect. There are many reasons why riders will benefit from enrolling in safety courses, but we are going to focus on four to keep this post short and simple. Many of the reputable organizations that offer motorcycle safety courses will have curriculum options that help… read more
It may sound silly to most people who have never hopped on a motorcycle and had to worry about whether other vehicles could see them, but one thing motorcyclists know is that what you wear can help you stay visible and save your life. Why is it Important to Stay Visible? More than 70 percent… read more
