November 1, 2010

Call Before You Dig in Indiana

shovel.jpgFall in Indiana is the perfect time to clean up dying flower beds, rake fallen leaves and plant new shrubs and trees. Unfortunately, too many Indian residents fail to take the proper steps necessary to protect themselves before they start on these beautifying tasks.

Indiana personal injury attorneys
encourage all residents to take care when working in the yard, in the garden, and at the job site. Your safety is our primary concern.

It is hard to imagine but many utility lines and power supplies are buried just a few feet below ground and simple activities such as landscaping, trenching and tree planting can result in a severe electrical shock or even sudden death.

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October 28, 2010

Overhead Electric Wires – Indiana's Forgotten Danger

power%20lines.jpgDropping leaves and cooler temperatures are a beautiful reminder that it is fall in Indiana. The beauty of the season is often tempered with preparations for the winter weather just around the corner. One task on every home-owner’s to-do list is the duty of cleaning gutters. Leaves and debris accumulates over the course of the summer months, resulting in blocked gutters and downspouts that overflow during the autumn rains and winter snows.

The personal injury attorneys at our firm encourage every home owner to be aware of their surroundings when doing home repairs. Gas mains, phone lines, and utility boxes all pose their own hazards and precautions should be taken when working near them.

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