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Make sure to register any new products you may have received for Christmas—you never know when a product may be recalled, and this is the easiest way for a manufacturer to contact you. There are hundreds of defective products on the market today. Defective products can include machinery, such as ATVs, toys, sports equipment, tires, and many other products that can cause serious harm or even death.

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Make sure to start the new year off right with a few safety tips from Tobias & Comer Law! It’s always a good idea to make sure everything is in proper and working order to make for smooth sailing through the year. Here are our Top 5 Safety Recommendations to check off your list: 

1. Check your auto insurance declarations page and make sure you have Uninsured Motorist coverage 

2. Check for product recalls 

3. Inspect your boat for safety items and do a routine maintenance check 

4. Check your vehicle for product recalls and make sure all maintenance is up to date 

5. Talk with your teens about the rules of the road

A recent trip to Cuba with the Mobile Havana Society led to a discussion about a new book and the ties that bind Mobile and Havana.

Mobile and Havana: Sisters Across the Gulf, a new book written by local architectural historian John Sledge and others, is an account of the historic linkages between the two port cities.

The cons of e-scooters, like clogged sidewalks and the risk to public safety, outweigh the pros, according to critics. With the vehicles’ rise in popularity has come a corresponding rise in e-scooter-related emergency room visits, a surge of nearly 450% from 2017 to 2021, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death in teens 15 – 18 years old. For parents, this is a cause of worry and frustration when their young driver takes to the roads. Take the time to talk with your teens about the importance of adhering to a set of safety rules.

While the rules of the road may seem simple, communicate their importance, and establish consequences with your teen. Make sure you have outlined the expectations you have set for safe driving. And, just as important, parents need to set the example and follow the same rules.

See more: https://www.tobiascomerlaw.com/teen-safe-driving-tips/

Car seat safety begins at home. Before leaving your house, make sure your child is in the right car seat for their age, weight, and height! Learn more: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat #ChildPassengerSafetyWeek #TheRightSeat

As the summer days wind down and the school bells start ringing, it's time for children to head back to school. While this season brings excitement and new beginnings, it also calls for heightened attention to safety, especially around bus stops, school zones, and pedestrian areas. Whether you're a parent, student, or motorist, staying informed and vigilant is crucial for ensuring a safe environment for everyone. 

ICYMI: Law 251 Podcast | Bike Safety

It's summertime and that means the kids are out on their bikes.

Did you know:

1. Bicyclist deaths are highest during the summer months between June and September.

2. Nearly three-quarters of all bicyclist deaths occur in urban areas.

3. Failing to yield the right of way is the highest factor in fatal bike crashes, followed by bicyclists not being visible.

Rules of the road apply to bicyclists as well as drivers of cars. Make sure your children know the rules of the road - check out the discussion with Attorney Lacey Smith and Dalton Orwig.

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No one wants to be a plaintiff in a lawsuit. Until the day that something bad happens. If there is negligence involved, you want representation from attorneys who are experienced in the courtroom.

Summer is a great time to enjoy local waters. Whether you’re a boater, angler, or water sports enthusiast, please remember to be responsible around the water. May 18-24, 2024 is National Safe Boating Week.

Click here for our video series on safe boating:  ⁠https://www.tobiascomerlaw.com/boating-accidents-know-how-to-stay-safe-on-the-water/⁠

The Safe Boating Campaign, led by the National Safe Boating Council, offers these tips for safety while boating:

1. Wear a life jacket. No matter what activity you have planned on the water, always remember to wear a life jacket every time you are on the water. Accidents on the water can happen much too fast to reach and put on a stowed life jacket.

2. Make sure your life jacket is U.S. Coast Guard approved, appropriate for your water activity and fits properly. A life jacket that is too large or too small can cause different situational problems.

3. Know state boating laws. Rules and laws can differ from state to state and violations can result in ticketing, fines or jail time.

4. Take a boating safety course. Learn valuable tips that can help save your life in unexpected situations.

5. Make sure your boat is prepared. There are many items that need to be checked and rechecked on any boat. Schedule a Vessel Safety Check with your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons before you hit the water. Every Vessel Safety Check is conducted 100 percent free of charge.

6. Always file a float plan. File a float plan before you leave shore with someone you trust that includes details about the trip, boat, persons, towing or trailer vehicle, communication equipment, and emergency contacts.

7. Check the weather, including the water temperature. Know the latest marine weather forecast prior to going out, and keep a regular check for changing conditions.

8. Don’t drink while you boat. Where the primary cause was known, alcohol was listed as a leading factor in boating-related deaths.

9. Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning. Gasoline-powered engines on boats, including onboard generators, produce carbon monoxide (CO), a colorless and odorless gas that can poison or kill someone who breathes too much of it. Be sure to install and maintain a working CO detector, never block exhaust outlets, and always dock, beach or anchor at least 20 feet away from the nearest boat that is running a generator or engine.

10. Keep in touch. Communication devices can be the most important piece of emergency equipment on board a vessel, especially in case of emergency. Be sure to have and know how to use at least two communication devices that work when wet, such as satellite phones, emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRB), VHF radios, and personal locator beacons (PLB).

By following these tips, you can enjoy your boat, the water, sunshine and fresh air responsibly. For additional boating resources and tips, please visit https://www.tobiascomerlaw.com/boating-accidents-know-how-to-stay-safe-on-the-water/

Each April marks Distracted Driving Month, a public awareness campaign aimed at calling attention to the dangers distractions pose to motorists who engage in risky behavior and those they share the road with. We, therefore, thought it would be appropriate to share how big of an issue this irresponsible practice is in our state and to share information to help you better understand legal responsibility in distracted driving accidents in case a negligent motorist strikes you, causing you to suffer injuries.