In 2016, unintentional injuries were the third leading cause of death in the United States. Although the precise number of fatal accidents changes annually, unintentional injuries remain a leading cause of death among Americans in every age group. Losing a loved one is always devastating,…
Roughly 10 percent of large truck crashes can be attributed to vehicle malfunctions. Some of the most common examples include shifting cargo and defective tires. When a malfunction affects a truck’s brakes, the consequences are likely to be catastrophic. Tractor-trailers take much longer than passen
If you get hurt in a large truck crash, you will need strong evidence to prove the extent of your damages. In addition to economic damages, such as medical bills and lost income, you may also be entitled to non-economic damages like pain and suffering.…
Although toy manufacturers have an obligation to produce toys that are reasonably safe, defects can arise that lead to serious injuries. Every year, defective toys and games are recalled due to safety risks, and in many cases, the danger is only discovered after several children…
The death of a loved one is always an emotionally devastating experience. Besides the trauma of the loss, you may also have to deal with a number of administrative tasks such as facilitating probate and preparing for the funeral. If the death was accidental, the…
When you hire a wrongful death attorney, you should feel confident that your legal team will provide attentive and strategic counsel at every stage of the claims process. After all, your financial security could be at stake. Unfortunately, some attorneys are overworked and do not…
Although a relatively small percentage of auto accidents are deadly, motorcycle riders are at an especially high risk of sustaining fatal injuries in the event of a collision. Unlike passenger vehicles, motorcycles do not have a “crumple zone” and therefore do not provide any protection…
Due to their immense size and weight, accidents involving large trucks can be utterly devastating. Cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs are no match for 18-wheelers in forceful impacts, which is why most casualties in truck collisions are the occupants of smaller vehicles. Those who are…
It’s not uncommon for car accident injuries to have latent symptoms. Whiplash, for example, may not manifest any pain or discomfort for hours or even days following the impact. Other common injuries that may have delayed symptoms include internal bleeding, herniated discs, blood clots, posttraumatic
There were nearly 150,000 accidental deaths in 2015 alone, making unintentional injuries the fourth leading cause of fatalities that year. Losing a close friend or family member is always devastating, but it can be especially traumatic if the death was totally unanticipated and entirely preventable.
If you were seriously injured or lost someone you love in a motorcycle accident, you may have grounds for a claim against all liable parties. In addition to compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering, you may also be awarded punitive damages.…
Since vehicles can do far more damage to pedestrians than pedestrians can do to vehicles, motorists must be prepared to stop for those on foot. This duty of care applies when turning at intersections, passing playgrounds and residential areas, driving through school zones, and traveling…
