Every year thousands of trucking fatalities occur and even more are injured as the result of truck accidents. One out of every nine traffic fatalities involves a trucking accident. In 2003, 4,669 trucks were involved in fatal traffic accidents resulting in 4,289 deaths. The majority who suffer as a result of fatal traffic accidents are innocent drivers and passengers. However, truck driver fatalities are also a great concern. The costs for fatal traffic accidents exceed $20 billion, including $8.7 billion … Continue Reading >
KSDK reported that an elderly Flora, Illinois woman was attacked by a dog early Monday and died later that same day. The victim, identified as 85-year-old Rosie L. Humphries, was walking her dog when she was attacked by a pit bull. The attacking dog mauled both Ms. Humphries and her dog. Although police officers and residents administered first aid to Ms. Humphries, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Her dog was also killed in the attack. The attacking dog’s … Continue Reading >