Author Archives: Rockafellow Law Firm
Highway to the Danger Zone
Arizona highways are some of the most beautiful in the country. Who can forget driving down an Arizona highway in the springtime with saguaros and vibrant spring flowers dotting the landscape? In spite of all of the beauty, however, Arizona highways are also some of the most dangerous in the country. In 2011, there were […]
Rx for an Adverse Drug Reaction?
Put it on Twitter Have you ever taken a newly prescribed drug and had some kind of adverse reaction, whether it is difficulty breathing, headache, or nausea? If so, have you tweeted about how you’re feeling or posted about it on Facebook? If so, you may be inadvertently helping to gather data that one-day can […]
Off-Road Vehicle Accidents on the Rise
2011, the latest year for which statistics are available, was deadly in Arizona for off-road vehicle fatalities. When you put inexperienced operators with no safety training together with a vehicle capable of causing great harm and then operate it on dangerous terrain, it’s no wonder deadly accidents result. According to the Arizona Department of Health […]
The Big C — Cancer
Everyone knows that the key to fighting cancer is detecting it early before it has a chance to spread. Early detection and diagnosis are very important because a cancer patient’s odds of surviving are directly related to the stage at which the cancer is detected. Early cancer detection can sometimes prevent death, the need for […]
Country Roads, Take Me Home . . . Safely
When we are traveling the back roads, our thoughts are usually on the peace and beauty of the scenery. Rarely do we stop to focus on just how dangerous these very roads can be. Many rural roads in America are among the very deadliest. One would think that because these roads have less traffic and […]
Birthing Injuries to Mothers Is on the Rise
When an injury occurs during or shortly after the birth of a baby, the focus is usually on the health of the baby. However, medical errors can also cause injury to the mother. These sometimes devastating injuries may have been avoided if the mother had received the proper medical care. What’s more, birthing injuries are […]
Pedestrian Accidents
The who, what, where and when Walking has many health benefits. It is an activity enjoyed by many, especially in the warm Arizona sunshine. Before you set out for your walk, however, make sure to exercise caution to keep yourself safe. In this post, we examine the Who, What, Where, and When of pedestrian accidents. […]
Bike Riders Must Protect Themselves from Road Rage
Road rage, unfortunately, is becoming increasingly more common. If you are a bicycle rider, you may think it will never happen to you. Think again. You don’t have to be riding in a car to be a victim of road rage. Bicyclists are extremely vulnerable to an attack of road rage. An enclosed steel cage […]
The Effects of Untreated Head Injuries
Driving, biking and contact sports such as football, boxing or wrestling can result in an injury to the head. While your head is designed to protect the brain from minor blows, it is important to know the warning signs and effects of a more traumatic brain injury. The brain is soft and fragile, protected by […]
Top Five Causes of Car Accidents
The Rockafellow Law Firm offers the following list of the top five causes of car accidents, in the hope that awareness of these dangers will lead to increased vigilance and greater safety. 1. Distracted Drivers This is the number one cause of car accidents in the United States. The number of distractions in our modern […]
