January 17, 2017 , Bicycle Injuries

Tips for safe nighttime bicycle riding

Most bike accidents happen between 6 pm and 9 pm, according to a study conducted by the Transportation Data Office. Winter is the most dangerous season, due to earlier nights and daylight savings time. Visibility problems and drivers' distractions c...
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January 14, 2017 , Personal Injury

Facing a personal injury claim? Find answers on my YouTube channel

When I was in college many years ago, my mom’s home was burglarized. It seemed like a pretty straight forward claim to us. No one expected the insurance company to push back, especially after so many years of her loyalty and premium payments. But t...
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January 14, 2017 , Drunk Driving

A few good resources to help kick a drinking problem

As a personal injury lawyer practicing in Bellingham, Washington, I come across some devastating stories of folks who decided to drink and drive. I've personally represented victims of drunk drivers whose lives were forever changed by someone's selfi...
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January 10, 2017 , Personal Injury

Just how safe are Bellingham roads?

Many Bellingham drivers wonder how safe it is to drive out there, even when roads aren’t icy from this latest cold snap. The good news, our state is one of the safest in the country. But the bad news is there is evidence that we are a nation of bad...
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January 10, 2017 , Bicycle Injuries

Ride your bike in Bellingham? Here’s how to fit a bike helmet properly

Protect yourself from a fatal auto-bicycle crash with a properly fitting bike helmet. Bicycle riding is popular in Bellingham, and many drivers have encountered bike commuters or recreational riders on Whatcom County roads on a daily basis. Unfortun...
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December 8, 2016 , Pedestrian Injury

GOAL 1 OF THE BELLINGHAM PEDESTRIAN MASTER PLAN – SAFETY

I know you have been waiting breathlessly for the first installment of the Pedestrian Master Plan which is safety.  “Improve pedestrian safety through well-designed facilities along and across roadways, and by promoting safe driving, walking, and ...
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December 8, 2016 , Personal Injury

Five Car Tips for Your Frozen Vehicle

Whatcom County is not accustomed to freezing temperatures.  Here are 5 tips that may help you get your car ready for your morning commute: Avoid windshield Ice: Rub half an onion on your windshield the night before a storm for easier scraping...
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December 7, 2016 , Truck Accidents

Drive Defensively Around Semi-Trucks

I was driving on I-5 near the Iowa exit in Bellingham, Washington the other day when the back of a semi-truck in front of me began to sway.  I immediately applied my brakes, hoping that the truck was not about to jack knife across the freeway.  It ...
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