Any motor vehicle accident has the potential to be very serious. When one of the vehicles involved is an 80,000-pound commercial truck, however, catastrophic injuries are almost inevitable. Truck accidents are some of the most devastating accidents that can happen on the road. Due to the size and weight of a truck, it can do enormous amounts of damage in even minor collisions. Victims can suffer brain injuries, damage to their spinal cords, broken bones
Continue readingMan sues government for wife’s fatal motorcycle accident
On this blog, we often discuss the fact that victims of serious accidents and their families generally have the option of taking legal action against the party responsible for the accidents. In the case of motor vehicle accidents, this would typically involve other drivers, commercial vehicle owners or car manufacturers.
Continue readingSurgical mistakes that should never be made
The field of medicine is more advanced than it’s ever been. We have more information, options and accessibility regarding the diagnosing and treating of countless medical conditions. Considering all the resources available, it can be easy to think that mistakes or errors that happen in the hospital room typically involve things like sophisticated machinery or complex medication interactions.
Continue readingWhat types of defect can lead to legal action?
If you are using a tool, toy or other product when it suddenly breaks or does something unexpected, you could be in a position to get seriously hurt. In these situations, people can be severely cut, burned or even suffer extensive nerve or brain damage. Considering all the damage that can be done by a dangerous or defective product, it makes sense that there are legal measures in place to protect victims of these products.
Continue readingWhat types of damages can be awarded in wrongful death suits?
Losing a loved one in a fatal accident can be completely devastating. On top of the grief, sadness and confusion that friends and family members struggle with, there can also be the anxiety of figuring out how to deal with the financial repercussions of a loss. As much as people may not want to think about it, the fact is families can find themselves dealing with unexpected and overwhelming expenses and damages after someone passes
Continue readingAutonomous trucks could address critical truck safety issues
Many people are know that self-driving cars are already being seen on some roads and it may not be long until people have the option of buying a car that drives itself. However, cars are not the only vehicles to be testing the abilities of robotics and driving. In recent months, testing of autonomous commercial trucks has begun in an effort to address some serious trucking-specific issues. In just a couple years, we could see
Continue readingDespite extensive efforts, motorists still fail to see bikers
Motorcyclists have the same responsibilities as every other motorist on the road. They are required to comply with traffic signs, stay within the speed limit and stay focused on the road. Riders also have the same rights to the road as other motorists so it is crucial for every driver to be aware of motorcycles and avoid any behaviors that could put a rider in danger. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen.
Continue readingJunior Seau’s family has its own NFL lawsuit
The NFL has already set up a fund to pay players and the families of players who are suffering from certain injuries as a result of playing football. Specifically, they can get the money—the payout is for $4 million—in some cases in which chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is shown. This is a brain disorder that can lead to things like depression and memory loss.
Continue readingSpinal surgery leaves man paralyzed
Every single year in America, some 600,000 men and women undergo some type of spinal surgery. Many go just fine and patients see a vast improvement in their quality of life. Sadly, many do not. In fact, a study conducted at Duke University found that, out of every 100 surgeries to implant a spinal stimulator, one patient ends up with spinal nerve damage. While 1 percent may not seem like much, to patients like Rick
Continue readingHit-and-run in Miami leaves one man dead
If you’ve lived in the Magic City for any period of time, you’ve probably seen how crazy the traffic can get here. We’ve all seen the reckless driver in the sports car weaving through traffic, the motorcycles zipping by and the teenagers with their heads down looking at a text. So, in all likelihood, no one needs a reminder of how deadly it can be to drive these streets. Sadly, we got yet another reminder
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