It is commonly believed that truck accidents are overwhelmingly attributable to truck driver error. The factors leading to trucker error include speeding, inattention, fatigue and unfamiliarity with roads. But, in fact, a new study on trucking accidents found that almost 80% of truck crashes are the fault of other motorists on the road. Truck company […]
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Takata Airbag Responsible for 21 Driver Deaths
The aftermath of the defective Takata airbag scandal continues to make headlines. Experts attribute the recent death of a Florida driver to the rupture of a defective air bag that caused shrapnel wounds to the victim’s head. This is presumed to be the 21st death worldwide since 2009 caused by defective Takata airbags. Although the […]
Center for Auto Safety Demands Recall for Carbon Monoxide Leaks
Ford has been under scrutiny for a major problem related to exhaust fumes leaking into passenger cabins. Since October, 2017, Ford has addressed the issue by providing a “complimentary service” for affected car models, which includes 1.4 million model years 2011-2017 Explorers in North America that are not used for police purposes. This service, which […]
Parental Liability for Kids Accidents
Before you hand your car keys to your teenager, be sure that you are aware of your liability in the event of an accident. Nearly every state has laws that make parents liable for property damage and personal injury caused by their minor children. Most of these statutes are limited by certain conditions and place […]
Understanding Car Rental Insurance and Liability
When you rent a car, you may be perplexed about whether you should purchase insurance offered by the car rental company. Car renters should consider a number of factors, such as whether they already have personal insurance and whether the car rental company’s insurance provides something different. Rental car companies may attempt to increase the […]
