100 Deadliest Days of Summer Ending

The Law Offices of Roberto Hernandez — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 15:43:09 +0000

The summer months tend to experience the highest numbers of automobile accidents, including fatalities. To combat these statistics, Utah puts on a “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” campaign, which provides education, awareness, and prevention tools. The 100 days of summer campaign runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The summer months have now blended into autumn, and those 100 days are behind us. However, in looking back, on August 14, 2020, KSL reported the deaths during this timeframe for 2020 were up significantly from 2019. In fact, during the 100 days of summer in 2019, there were 46 deaths. At the time of the article posted by KSL, 2020 had already seen 71 deaths, and the 100 days were not over. This is disheartening, and I know we can all do better.

Accidents on Utah’s Roads

Unfortunately, in reviewing the news from this weekend, it appears as though tragedy is still very prevalent. For instance, I saw:

A motorcyclist lost his life on SR-35 following a crash. The motorcycle driver was unable to navigate a left-hand curve, and the motorcycle veered off the road.

A truck crashed into Burgess Owen’s headquarters on Friday night. The pictures on-line are pretty shocking as there is severe damage to the structure. The damage was so substantial that Burgess Owen’s campaign is going to have to relocate. Fortunately, given the time of this incident, no one was injured.

A woman was hit multiple times on the freeway. In this story, a 31-year-old woman was walking on the freeway on the west side belt of 1-215 at 3800 South. When officers arrived at the scene, they found the victim deceased. Upon reading the story, it was unclear as to why the woman was walking on the freeway; and

There was a single-vehicle rollover early Sunday morning on SR-196 about 14 miles south of 1-80 in Tooele County in which neither people in the vehicle were wearing seatbelts. They were both ejected from the car and killed.

A Goal we can all Live with

The website zerofatalities.com has many helpful and resourceful tips, tools, and webinars you may sign for up, including parent night webinars, educational webinars, and truck smart safety advice. It also highlights the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” campaign. I hope everyone will look into some helpful resources, wear their seatbelts, and refrain from impaired driving. Remember, the best auto accident case is one that never occurs.

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Summer Safety Tips to Avoid Injury

The Law Offices of Roberto Hernandez — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:45:07 +0000

Staying Safe During the Summer

Summer season is a favorite time of year for many people, especially those who call Utah home. It is a time filled with amazing opportunities to create family memories such as vacations, adventures, leisure time, sports, and various outdoor activities. It stands to reason that when we see an increase in physical and recreational activity, we also see a rise in accidents and injuries. Many people do not realize this, but summer is known as the deadliest 100 days every year in the world of personal injury litigation. Numerous safety risks can be overlooked that can ruin what was supposed to be an enjoyable summer season.

Typical activities include relaxing by the pool, riding your bike through the city, or simply exploring a new location of town you haven’t been to before. You need to approach each circumstance with care and safety measures to prevent any possible accidents.

Our accident lawyers suggest you consider the following safety tips for the summer.

Pool safety: Possible one of the most unsafe parts of summer is swimming in residential and commercial pools. At the same time, a pool can offer a terrific remedy for the hot summer sun, as well as a fantastic place of amusement in one’s home. They additionally pose a unique risk for all who get involved. This is especially true when small kids are around. Young children get excited and run on wet surfaces, causing slip and fall accidents or drowning in worse cases. It only takes a few seconds for a child to drown, so always be on high alert whenever children are swimming in a pool. According to the Children’s Security Network, drowning was the 2nd leading cause of deaths for youngsters between one and four.

Bicycle Safety: Utah has over 350 bicyclists injured every year, mostly resulting from a vehicle collision. Of those wounded, roughly 5-10 will be fatally killed. Drivers need to stay mindful during the summer months when there are numerous cyclists on the road. It is equally essential for cyclists to have on correct safety gear such as a helmet and various kinds of padding, including knee and elbow pads to help road rash should a bicycle accident happen. Remember to look both ways when sharing the roads with automobiles and do not take for granted that drivers can see you.

Overheating: Utah has sweltering, dry summers. This puts us all at risk for heatstroke, exhaustion, or dehydration during outdoor time. Please ensure that you are drinking enough fluids and all children and even your animals that are accompanying you. Remember always to check your vehicle to ensure that you have not accidentally forgotten your small child, dog, or cat in the car. Even a short amount of time can potentially be life-threatening.

Contact Our Accident Attorneys Today

Summertime is supposed to be a carefree time spent with close friends and loved ones. Do not let an unanticipated yet preventable mishap lead to injury that restrains you from enjoying your time the way you want to. Despite our best efforts, accidents can and will happen. If you or a loved one has suffered from an accident that you believe came from another’s negligence, please do not wait to speak with an accident attorney about your rights.

At The Law Offices of Roberto Hernandez, we understand just how debilitating an unexpected injury or wrongful death case can be. That is why we want to provide you with skilled and dedicated legal representation to help get you back on your feet. Call us today to speak with a Utah legal professional or to schedule a consultation.

Disclaimer

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