Being injured by a dog bite can be a traumatic experience. But unlike other kinds of person injury claims, the laws of liability are often different for dog-bite victims. Most victims in these cases do not sue based on negligence because the majority of states have strict liability laws. In a strict liability state, recovering […]
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Truck Drivers Errors That Lead to Accidents
Trucking accidents occur for a variety of reasons. One of the most common causes is trucker error. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, drivers of large trucks are ten times more likely to be the source of accidents than other causes, such as weather. Even more sobering is the data on the aftermath […]
Automobile Seat Heater Burn Hazard
Automobile safety advocates are still concerned about the potential burn hazards associated with heated seats. Once only a luxury car item, seat heaters are becoming standard in many new makes and models. Unfortunately, most of these heating systems still don’t have appropriate temperature thresholds. This means that seats can get dangerously hot and present burn […]
The Increase in Front Impact Bike Accidents
There are many reasons to choose a bike rather than a car for transportation. Bike riding benefits the rider because it is a great way to stay active and improve overall physical health. It has been shown to improve mental health and decrease anxiety and depression. Bike riding also benefits the environment because it reduces […]
California Court Sets Stricter Limits on Premises Liability
When you visit a business, the owner owes you a duty to exercise reasonable care to prevent an injury on the premises. If an injury is caused by a safe or faulty condition on the property, then you can sue the business owner for negligence. To make a claim for premises liability, you must show […]