Pedestrian safety is key everywhere, but especially in a city like Ann Arbor. There are many walkers and bicyclists, thanks to accessible walkways and bike lanes. There are far too many pedestrian fatalities in cities across the United States. Between 40 and 50...
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Key aspects of a business during divorce
A divorce can be an emotional and trying time. You have to consider several different elements, including finances and various financial contributors. For those with a business, this can be more challenging than a regular divorce. It is good to understand and address...
3 things you may not know count as distracted driving
With the rise in technology use the past decade, laws are trying to catch up to ensure safety, especially on the road. Distracted driving is an increasingly common cause of motor vehicle accidents. Drivers use their cellphones not only for talking and texting but also...
Divorce and the concerns over dividing the family business
You and your spouse may have taken over the family business after you got married or built a new business together from the ground up. Now, you are planning to divorce. You know how most of the property division will go, but what will happen to the business? First...
Risks for drivers and cyclists in college towns
If you live in a college town such as Ann Arbor, Michigan, then there are particular risks you face as a driver there that people in towns without large universities do not have to deal with. In the same way, college students who use bicycles to get around, and who do...
How to tell if you got a spinal cord injury after a car accident
If you are in a car accident, your spinal cord may suffer damage. According to the Mayo Clinic, motor vehicle crashes account for roughly half of all spinal cord injuries every year. If you get into an auto crash, you may be wondering if you have a spinal cord injury....
3 tips for getting the best settlement in your divorce
There are many complex components to a divorce. Of course, there is the emotional aspect of accepting the changes in your life. There is also a practical aspect to planning for those changes. One of the biggest parts of a divorce, though, is the financial aspect—you...
Co-parenting coordinator FAQs
If you and your child's other parent are no longer romantically connected, you are likely experiencing some challenges related to your co-parenting situation. Co-parenting can be a uniquely tricky relationship to navigate peacefully. As a result, it is important to...
Should Pedestrian Injuries and Fatalities Be A Warning That Requires Fixing the Design of Intersections?
For the past 20 years, Sweden has been building intersections and transportation systems that try to achieve an annual goal of reaching zero pedestrian deaths throughout the country. They named this 1997 Legislative initiative "Vision Zero." The Swedes have narrowed...
“I Was Just Reaching to Pick Up My Phone!”
Why do so many negligent drivers give the excuse that they "were just reaching over to pick up their cell phone" after they have caused a tragic accident? Do negligent drivers feel this is a more acceptable or less blame-worthy response to give the Police than I was...