5 Safety Tips for Drivers and Motorcycle Riders Millions of Americans enjoy riding their motorcycles on our roads and highways. It’s another way to get around
3. Keep a safe distance between you and a motorcyclist. 4. Don’t assume a motorcyclist is changing lanes if you see them moving. 5. Don’t follow a motorcycle too closely. 5 Tips for Riders 1. Be visible. Wear bright-colored clothing and protective gear. 2. Always gear up for every ride. Some states (like Illinois) don’t require you to wear a helmet while riding your bike, but it’s highly recommended. Well-fitting helmets save lives. 3. When in doubt, drive defensively. Err on the side of caution and assume that most drivers don’t see you. Be prepared to brake or change lanes if needed. Of course, there’s only so much you can do, but it’s best to anticipate other drivers’ movements when possible. 4. Inspect your bike before every ride. Make sure everything’s in working order before hitting the road. 5. Pay attention to your surroundings.
and explore our diverse nation. But most of the time, motorcyclists aren’t sharing the road with fellow bikers — they’re sharing it with passenger cars, pickup trucks, and commercial vehicles. When involved in accidents, bikers are often left with serious and sometimes fatal injuries.
Since May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, here are five tips from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation for drivers as well as motorcycle riders to stay safe and prevent accidents. 5 Tips for Drivers 1. Take your time and watch for motorcycles. Be sure to check your blind spots before changing lanes and listen for motorcycles near you. 2. Assume motorcyclists are closer than they look. Use extra precautions at night or during a storm.
Can a Vaccine Cause a Rotator Cuff Injury?
According to medical literature, when a vaccine isn’t given properly, it may cause a vaccine injury known as SIRVA, or Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration. According to the NCBI, SIRVA occurs when a vaccine is inserted too high or too deep, causing the injection to be given in the shoulder joint instead of the deltoid muscle. SIRVA itself is an umbrella term that covers a variety of shoulder injuries from vaccines. Sometimes, a specific diagnosis may follow, such as a rotator cuff tear. The rotator cuff is the group of muscles, ligaments, and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, which keeps the upper arm bones in the shoulder socket. When the needle is injected in the wrong location, the shoulder joint may become inflamed, causing these tendons and muscles to tear. What are the symptoms of this injury? The rotator cuff is a large area of the shoulder, and it is essential to its functionality. If a rotator cuff becomes injured due to a vaccination, you may experience a limited range of motion, as well as: • Shoulder pain within 48 hours after receiving the vaccine • Reduced range of motion in the affected shoulder, such as difficulty brushing your hair or reaching behind your back • Arm weakness
• Disturbed sleep • Shoulder pain that lasts for weeks after the vaccine. It’s sometimes described as a dull ache deep in the shoulder joint Always make sure to consult with a medical professional if you believe you have sustained a SIRVA injury. We are not doctors, and we do not provide medical advice. Can I receive compensation for my SIRVA injury? Yes. If you have a shoulder injury from a covered vaccination, you may be entitled to compensation through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP is a special no-fault program run by the U.S. Federal Court of Claims in Washington, D.C. It was created to help those who have been injured due to a vaccine. Any vaccine can cause a rotator cuff injury if it is injected too high on the shoulder. However, not every injection is covered under the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. All vaccines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for children and pregnant women are covered under the VICP.
If you want to learn more about the VICP, check out our YouTube channel (Shannon Law Group). We have several videos educating the public on SIRVA and the VICP.
–Jon Svi tak
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