Despite millions of dollars in penalties and fines, and despite the billions of dollars in lawsuit settlements, and the costs of recalls, GM’s bottom line seems unaffected by its ignition switch recall. In fact, GM is experiencing record earnings, beating Wall Street predictions, and compensating its employees with a record amount of bonuses. GM continues […]
Do Older Drivers Crash More Often?
There is a common idea in our society that older drivers crash more often than their younger counterparts. Is this true? Do America’s elder drivers, typically the most experienced of us all, really have more car accidents than younger drivers? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2013, over 5,500 drivers aged 65 […]
Here’s What You Need to Know about Trucking Accident Claims
Crashes involving big rigs are distinctly different than passenger car wrecks on many levels. There are obvious reasons, such as the significant size and weight of the truck, which can easily inflict serious damage. But there are also differences in how these cases are investigated and tried. An experienced trucking accident attorney has the specialized […]
What Is “Crashworthiness” and Why Does It Matter?
Even though you always want to avoid car accidents, they are sometimes beyond your control. When accidents happen, you’ll want a safe car that is well-built to protect its passengers. This is where crashworthiness comes into play. Crashworthiness is a standard measure for how safe a car is during a crash. Crashworthiness was designed not […]
GM Ignition Switch Recall: By the Numbers
The total cost of GM’s ignition switch catastrophe may never be known. Some of the cost to car crash victims and their families can’t really even be counted. Is there a dollar figure that can be placed on a human life? GM knew for over ten years that many of its vehicles contained faulty ignition […]
