Tips To Keep Your Summer Fun & Accident Free

Summer Fun – But Then Things Happened So Fast!

Summer is a hustle and bustle of many fun activities as individuals, couples, and families head off to vacations, and participate in leisure activities.  There is no doubt that folks are more active in the summer which can unfortunately lead to unforeseen injuries due to the negligence of others that either aren’t being careful, or are having a little too much fun at what turns out to be your expense.

One of the types of accidents that increase in the summer are motorcycle accidents as more riders are on the highways and byways of North Carolina, and South Carolina to take advantage of the beautiful weather.  So, if you are a motorcycle rider, be aware that there are a whole bunch of distracted drivers out there who may not see you because they are distracted by their children, texting while driving, or their GPS.  If you are driving a full carload of family members to the beach and the mountains please be extra aware of the motorcyclists who are trying to enjoy the beauties of the road just like you and your family.

If you are swimming and boating, please remember that these activities mix rather poorly with alcohol consumption, and the heat of the sun.  Much like you would do for your car, have a designated driver for your boat.  Make sure to stay hydrated, and put on sunscreen to avoid being overcome by the heat.  Things happen all too fast on the water, and distraction alone, let alone distraction paired with alcohol, can have tragic consequences.  If you are at an amusement park, or water park, take the time to make sure the establishment you are patronizing has the reputation for hiring experienced personnel, so that you and your family can enjoy your day safely, and securely.  

We wish you and your families a happy and fun filled summer, but if an accident occurs that you have questions about, pick up the phone and call Tippens & Zurosky, so we can be your voice, answer all of your questions, and advocate for you and your family!  Tippens & Zurosky has knowledgeable, experienced attorneys who can fight for your rights in North Carolina, or South Carolina.  Call us toll-free at 877-372-3580, or at 704-343-0018, for a free consultation.  Let us help you!

How Social Should Your Social Media Be? Can Social Media be used in court?

The short answer is not very social!  If you are hurt in an automobile accident, or on the job in North Carolina or South Carolina, your social media presence could have a negative effect on your case.  In this age of selfies, Facebook, Instagram, and personal blogs, it is very easy to get yourself out on the Internet with your innermost thoughts and feelings on full display for the world to see.

However, if you are hurt in an automobile accident, and have to go to trial, perhaps the jury members won’t be so forgiving of a tweet, picture, or posting that doesn’t portray you in the most favorable light.  Those of us in the legal field call it electronic discovery, but to a plaintiff in a lawsuit such discovery is potentially harmful to their case.  The same new rules apply in a workers’compensation case.  If you are hurt on the job, it is best to shut down you social media presence because believe me your company, and their workers’ compensation insurance company are very interested in what you are posting.  We have seen cases where old posts come back to haunt clients who have new and sometimes devastating injuries.  So what can you do to protect yourself is to shut it down, and if you are going to be active keep it as private as possible with the caveat that if someone really wants to get your social media information they probably will be successful regardless of the protections that you think you have in place.     

Tippens & Zurosky is here to serve your auto accident and workers’ compensation needs, and has skilled and compassionate attorneys available to answer any and all questions that you might have about your case.  Tippens & Zurosky has represented people involved in auto accidents, or hurt on the job in North Carolina and South Carolina for nearly twenty years.  Let us answer any of your questions regarding any automobile accident, or work-related injury.  Call us toll free at (877) 372-3580, or 704-343-0018 to schedule a consultation so that we may assist you.