Truck driver fatigue is a serious problem that puts drivers who share the road with truckers in danger. In around 40 percent of big rig crashes, driver fatigue is a contributing factor.The evidence of the dangers of trucker fatigue are highlighted in various news...
Year: 2015
Caregivers and loved ones are affected by brain injuries
Traumatic brain injuries are difficult for the person who was injured, but they can also place a big burden on the loved ones who are trying to care for the injured person. Even though some family members might say caring for a loved one isn't a burden, the truth is...
What events commonly cause traumatic brain injuries?
A traumatic brain injury is defined as an injury that is caused by some trauma to the head. Generally, the trauma is sudden and involves some type of impact to the head or body, and the damage caused by the injury can range from minor to life-threatening. The Mayo...
Determine the cause of a truck accident before filing a claim
The increase in holiday traffic is dangerous for everyone on the roadways. As we discussed last week, truck accidents are more common during the holiday season. While many people think that semi-truck accidents are always caused by the trucker, this isn't always the...
Increased holiday travel increases accident numbers
During the last two months of each year, millions of Americans travel the nation's highways as they seek to spend time with friends and family. From nights out at local restaurants to cross-country trips to see the folks, holiday travel can bring joy and adventure....
Impaired drivers put other people at risk
When most people hear about accidents caused by drunk drivers, they think about drivers who are above the legal limit of .08 percent for a blood alcohol concentration. Those drivers certainly can cause serious accidents, but drivers with a lower BAC can also cause...
Drunk drivers put innocent people at risk
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is the beginning of the busy holiday season that is packed full of fun festivities. People get together and enjoy the end of the year with festivities like holiday parties that include alcohol. People who attend those...
Defective vehicle components are serious safety risks
When you purchase a car or components for your car, you expect that you are purchasing a safe item. You don't anticipate that you will be involved in an accident that was caused by a defective component.Sadly, defective products on vehicles are something that are...
What is strict liability?
Strict liability comes into play in product liability cases. It is a doctrine that allows individuals injured by a product to seek compensation without showing specific manufacturing or other neglect. Strict liability is easier to prove than traditional liability, but...
Determine who is liable for your child’s cerebral palsy diagnosis
Brain injuries at any age are traumatic. However, when a new parent is faced with the reality that their precious newborn suffered a birth injury that led to a brain injury, the situation is even more devastating.For some parents, a post-birth diagnosis of cerebral...