The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a press release urging riders to keep All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) off of paved public roads. According to the CPSC, each year, there are about 650 deaths and 100,000 injuries involving ATVs. With the passing of Memorial Day weekend ushering in the beginning of summer, more ATV riders […]
Archives for May 2018
Road Rage Contributes to Driver Error in Large Number of Auto Accidents
Road rage is a common phenomenon in our society, and its effects have been linked to accidents resulting in serious injury and death. Road rage is defined as aggressive or violent conduct that results from feelings of anger toward other drivers while operating a car. Drivers who experience road rage react in a variety of […]
Regency Gas Fireplace Recall Due to Explosion Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) just issued a press release about a recall of Regency Fireplace Products Gas Stove Fireplaces due to explosion and injury hazards. According to the CPSC, the models involved in this recall are the Regency Ultimate direct vent gas stove fireplaces (models U37 and U39). Apparently, the pressure release system […]
Who is Responsible When a Patient Files a Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death suit can be brought by the estate of a patient who was the victim of medical malpractice. The estate can be awarded damages for the negligence of the hospital or medical professionals involved in the patient’s death. In these types of cases, there can be multiple parties who engaged in negligent conduct […]
Distinguishing Between Wrongful Death and Survival Actions
If you have lost a loved one as a result of the negligent conduct of another party, you can be compensated under the law. There are two paths to recovery in California after a family member dies as a result of negligence: a wrongful death lawsuit and a survival action. Each cause of action has […]