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- Recent Study Brings Gas Pedal Accidents to Light
A recent report by the Associated Press declared that women are more likely to be involved in car accidents caused by issues with the gas pedal than men, based on 2,400 gas pedal-related accidents in ... - Couple Killed in Car Wreck on Friday
On Friday afternoon, April 6, 2012 a couple was killed in a multi-vehicle pileup that involved a blue Dodge Ram, a gray Nissan Altima, a white box truck, and a maroon Saturn minivan that was towing a ... - Winter Snowstorm Brings Dangerous Road Conditions in NC
The snowstorm that brought as much as nine inches of snow in some areas has left behind treacherous road conditions and many wrecks from the slippery highways and streets throughout many southern ...
- Boating Accidents
During the summer, there always seems to be a rise in boating accidents on our lakes and coastal areas. If someone is hurt on the water by the negligence of another boater, it is important to discuss ... - Scheduled Releases
I met with a client last week who was approached by a liability carrier after their accident and asked to sign a scheduled release. The adjuster for the at fault driver, told my client that they would ... - Welcome to our North Carollina Civil Litigation Blog
We are pleased to announce the launch of our North Carolina Civil Litigation Blog.
- Construction Accident Kills 1 and Injures 3
One construction worker was left dead and three more were also injured during the collapse of a building that took place on April 3, 2012 in New York City. The tragedy occurred in a single-family home ... - Fatal Construction Accident Leads to OSHA Investigation
A construction worker hired as a subcontractor by CSE Inc. passed away due to a traumatic head injury sustained at a construction site at the beginning of this month. The accident occurred at the ... - Industrial Accident in Gaston County Kills One
Although an investigation is still underway, last Monday, February 27, 2012, a Clover man was fatally injured in an industrial accident in Gaston County. The incident took place at a construction site ...
- What is Contributory Negligence?
When a person is injured by another, many often question if the accident was a matter of intentional wrongdoing or simply an accident. In cases of negligence, there is often a way to recover damages ... - Contributory Negligence Explained
Many people wonder what the term " contributory negligence " means, especially when they are in the midst of personal injury matters, like car accidents or truck accidents . Simply stated, ...
- Man's Ear Sliced in Half by Airbag Malfunction
The 2012 Hyundai Elantra is under investigation after a defect with the car's airbags reportedly sliced a man's ear in half. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued ... - Chrysler Recalls Almost 120,000 Vehicles
After dangerous reports of overheating, Chrysler automakers is recalling a total of 119,072 of its vehicles. The recall is a reaction from a discovery that was made not long ago in which the antilock ... - Viking Range Dishwashers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
In accordance with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Viking Range Corporation of Greenwood, Mississippi has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 2,000 dishwashers. Consumers have ...
- Dog Bites: What to do if your child has been bitten.
Children and shorter individuals are often at the highest risk for dog bites in Raleigh, North Carolina and the surrounding areas. While many people believe that family pets are safe, they can prove ... - Is a Dog Bite Injury Compensable?
When a young child or adult is bitten or attacked by a dog, the owner and the victim immediately become wary of what the future may hold. The pet owner may be fearful that the victim will take a ... - Dog Owners Can Take Measures to Stop Dog Bites
If you are a dog owner, or are thinking about buying/adopting a canine, you may be wondering about whether your dog's behavior could pose a risk in the future. In short, no matter what breed of ...
- Understanding Product Recalls and Liability of Manufacturers
Manufacturers of food products, children's toys, drugs, medical devices, vehicles, and all other types of products are expected to maintain a certain standard when it comes to their inventions. ... - Toyota Recalls Two Popular Models
For the 2010-11 Toyota Corolla and the 2011-12 Toyota Sienna, manufacturers have issued a recall due to several serious automotive defects. Both vehicles appear to suffer from the same or similar ... - Dangerous Log Splitter Recalled for Amputation Risks
A product recall was announced for about 20,000 Task Force 5-ton Electric Log Splitter after further research discovered a potential threat for amputation or laceration during use. The product was ...
- McDonalds Sued for Slip and Fall
A McDonald's Restaurant franchise finds itself being sued by a customer for a slip and fall accident. According to Eva Boudreaux, who filed suit against R.E.E. Inc. and manager Elise Batiste this ... - City Agrees to Pay for Slip and Fall
The city of Royal Oak, Michigan has agreed to a settlement of $49,000 for a slip and fall accident. In the suit filed by 79-year-old Margaret Malinasky, the elderly woman stated that she tripped on a ... - Slip and Falls Happen More Than Most Would Think
Have you recently been involved in a slip and fall accident ? If so, you are not alone. Read these alarming statistics to learn more about your situation. Slip and falls are the second leading cause ...
- Freeway Reopens After Fatal Truck Accident
A serious traffic accident on southbound Interstate 85 involving two large trucks resulted in heavy congestion, a traffic delay for early morning commuters, and a fatality for one driver involved. ... - After Autopsy, Man is Pronounced Dead Before Truck Accident
It was recently discovered that a man involved in a single vehicle traffic collision over a week ago was actually dead before his tractor trailer veered off of the road. The cause of death was ... - Fire Chief Killed in 18 Wheeler Truck Accident
On Sunday, Robeson County's Evans Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Sam Butler, 52, was fatally injured in an accident on I-74. Chief Butler was traveling eastbound when he received ...
- Injured Workers Could March on NSW Parliament
The efforts to reign in workers' compensation costs have been outspokenly objected against by a large number of the workers who stand to be affected by said cuts. As a result, many injured workers ... - Oklahoma Proves that Workers' Comp Bills Are Ever Changing
In Oklahoma City, a bill was recently denied which would have allowed employers to opt out of workers' compensation in the state. However, when the bill was put to a vote, it failed to gain ... - Several States Amending Workers' Comp Bills
The governor of Maine signed into action three bills on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, simplifying the state's workers' compensation law. Specifically, the bills take into account the ambiguity ... |
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