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Truck Strikes Overpass, Leaving One Dead; Oversize Load Suspected Truck drivers bear a much higher level of responsibility than most other motorists on the road. Trucks are large, heavy and slow to stop, making it difficult for truck drivers to respond to emergencies. The sheer size of an 18-wheeler means that other motorists almost…

Negligent Restaurateurs and the Risk of Foodborne Illness When we visit a restaurant, we put our faith in that establishment. We trust that the building will be clean and sanitary, that the food will be prepared properly and that all safety standards will be obeyed. When a restaurant breaches the trust we place in…

Family Sues Tire Manufacturer After Fatal Accident As drivers, we put a great deal of trust in the components of our vehicles. We trust that the brakes will work properly, that the airbags will detonate in a crash, and that our tires will remain sound throughout the course of normal use. We trust that…

Protecting the Rights of Motorcyclists Through Personal Injury Lawsuits Motorcyclists face a number of unique challenges on the roadway. Protected by little more than leather clothing and a helmet, riders are exposed to much greater risk of injury than car and truck drivers. In addition, riders suffer all-too-frequent collisions at the hands of drivers…

Depositions Set for GM Employees in Faulty Ignition Switch Case In 2014, General Motors made the shocking announcement that it would be recalling more than 800,000 small vehicles due to an apparent safety threat. According to the company, faulty ignition switches could, under certain circumstances, cause the car to shut off during operation. This…

Can a Personal Injury Lawsuit Make Sports Safer? It is an unfortunate fact that in many people’s eyes, personal injury lawsuits have a certain stigma – when some people think of injury lawyers, they imagine a clichéd image of ambulance chasers and whiplash fakers. The fact is, however, that personal injury lawsuits play an…

Nina Pham, the Nurse who was Infected with Ebola, Files Lawsuit Against Employer As the Ebola outbreak unfolded last year, the entire nation watched anxiously as it spread through West Africa and eventually arrived on our shores. When a patient turned up in Texas, many were confident that our country’s first-rate medical facilities and…

Why Child Safety Equipment is a Good Investment for Parents We try our best to provide for our children, keep them safe and give them the best life we possibly can. Unfortunately, though, accidents do happen, and being accidents, they are generally unpredictable and difficult to prevent. But is there something parents can do…

Drunk Driving: How Your BAC Levels Affect Your Driving? Drinking and driving can be a lethal combination. Research studies and statistics have shown us this time and time again. But have you ever wondered exactly how alcohol affects the way you drive? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, between 2003 and…

The Perils of Distracted Driving for Ride-Hailing Services Like Uber A number of drivers these days make a bit of extra cash by driving for ride-hailing services like Uber and its competitor, Lyft. While the additional income can be a nice boost to the bank account, it appears that Uber drivers, as well as…