With the latest technological advances and electronic monitoring legislation on the horizon, the field of truck accident investigations is becoming more precise every day. If you or somebody you love has been injured in a truck accident, you know that investigations can involve multiple agencies and be incredibly lengthy. Thankfully, truck accident investigative techniques are […]
Archives for 2015
Big-Rig Overturned on I-880
Early Monday morning, a tractor trailer overturned on Interstate Highway 880 in Oakland. According to ABC News Channel Seven, the large truck crash happened sometime around 2:00 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-880, near Hegenberger Road. The semi truck spilled diesel fuel onto the roadway, and it leaked into a creek near the scene. […]
Deadly Keyless Ignition Systems
Many of us drive cars with keyless ignition systems or ‘smart keys,’ and we generally think of them as being a modern and safe convenience, but they can also be deadly. At this time, 10 different automakers are facing a class action lawsuit on behalf of millions of Americans who own or lease vehicles with […]
Motorcycle Cop and Pedestrian Injured in Separate Wrecks
On Tuesday morning, a motorcycle cop and a pedestrian were injured in separate wrecks that happened within 10 minutes of each other. According to ABC Channel Seven News, the first wreck happened at 7:22 a.m., on Sixth and Stevenson Streets, in the South of Market area. Initial reports indicate that a Porsche struck a pedestrian. […]
The Dangers of Invokana and SGLT2 Inhibitors
Recently touted as the latest greatest drug for those suffering from Type 2 Diabetes, Invokana and similar SGLT2 inhibitors aren’t without serious side effects. In fact, reports of ketoacidosis, a life-threatening condition, prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a warning about Invokana and Invokamet earlier this year. According to the Institute […]