Truck accidents are on the rise and the number of fatalities from these collisions has also increased every year. In 2016, 3,986 people died in crashes involving large trucks with the majority of these deaths (66 percent) consisting of passengers in other vehicles. By comparison, the number of deaths from truck accidents was 26 percent […]
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Uber and Lyft Cars with Unrepaired Safety Recalls May Endanger Riders
The use of ride sharing platforms like Uber and Lyft has become the norm for many people, especially in large metropolitan areas. Most people who routinely utilize these services don’t think about the safety of the cars they are riding in. The latest report by Carfax suggests that a large percentage of unrepaired cars subject […]
Johnson and Johnson in Court Again Fighting Mesothelioma Allegations
The safety of talc powder, a primary ingredient in powders and cosmetics, has been a controversial topic for decades. Leading manufacturers of the powder continue to battle lawsuits alleging that talc use can lead to serious disease and death. Now a trial in New Jersey is set to begin to determine whether Johnson & Johnson’s […]
Car Seat Heaters Burn Drivers and Lead to Litigation
Car seat heaters are one of the many convenience features offered by car manufacturers today. In most cases, heaters are a welcomed luxury for drivers. But automakers may be designing heaters that operate in ranges that exceed what humans can handle or installing heaters that do not conform to design specifications for temperature. In studies, […]
Bill Seeks to Eliminate Confidentiality Terms in Settlements
Overwhelmingly ninety-five percent of all lawsuits for personal injuries are resolved without trial once deposition testimony verifies the facts and expert witness have rendered their opinions. Major corporate defendants commonly demand that the terms of the settlement be confidential. Imposing confidentiality in a settlement reached after a lawsuit has been filed and litigated poses the danger […]
