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Distracted driving causes more auto accidents than any other form of negligence. Any action that requires you to look away from the road for more than two seconds is considered a potentially dangerous distraction. For instance, glancing at the radio before you change the station is not a distraction as long as your eyes immediately...

Seattle ranks in the top 12 cities with the worst streets. According to a recent article, 45 percent of our roads are considered to be in poor condition, and one of the leading causes of this is potholes. Potholes typically occur on roads that have high traffic and poor drainage. In the wintertime, when standing...

According to insurance claim statistics from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), smaller and lighter cars were more likely to be involved in accidents with more personal injury claims than larger cars. One general reason for this is that small cars don't provide their occupants with the same level of protection as larger cars....

Black clothing is deeply embedded in Seattle's culture and fashion. But with the short days, dense fog and rainy weather, motorists often find themselves at odds with pedestrians, and dark clothing contributes to injury risks. In January, daylight quickly rotates to night at around 4:30 PM. That time also marks Seattle's bustling after-work rush, with...

Black Friday deals lead to brawls The holiday season is a joyous time for many. We celebrate with a feast on Thanksgiving and gifts on Christmas, then end the season by ringing in the New Year with our family and friends. However, another holiday has developed over the years that has become known, not for...

In-car infotainment systems raise risks of distracted driving accidents If you're of a certain age, you probably remember when a car radio featured a couple of knobs and a few push buttons to find your favorite stations. But those days are long gone. Today, many modern car "radios" are anything but simple. If you have...

Fall is a wonderful time of year. Some of the trees start to change color, the salmon return to the area and, especially in Seattle, it means more rainy weather and the days start to get shorter. It also means Halloween is coming. Every year, thousands of trick-or-treaters adventure over our city in search of...

  You might ride a bicycle to get a workout while enjoying the fresh air and scenery around Seattle. Maybe you commute to your job on your bike. If you have children, they may ride bikes for fun or to get to a friend's house in the neighborhood. Regardless of the reason for cycling, it's...

Car shopping can be a difficult process for any driver. Safety is a priority for many drivers, but it can be difficult to know which vehicle is safest, and which safety features are most important. Lane assist and drift warning sensors, backup cameras, electronic stability control, automatic braking, and the list goes on. The good...

In June, NLE Law presented a substantial donation to the Oregon Spinal Cord Injury Connection (Oregon SCI). Founded in December 2015, Oregon SCI is a nonprofit devoted to connecting people who are living with spinal cord injuries with resources, support and empowerment.  Founder West Livaudais is himself a spinal cord injury survivor - and a...