The number of highway accidents caused by commercial trucks is in the neighborhood of 500,000 a year. About 1 percent of those will result in a fatality. There are 3 common causes of semi-truck accidents and all are rooted in the structure of the trucking industry itself. Let’s take a look. #1: Fatigue There are […]
Round 1 Goes to Insurer in Amy Kemper Motorcycle Accident Case
A knockdown legal fight between an injured motorcyclist and an insurance company, with up to $10 million at stake, saw the first round go to the insurer. The plaintiff filed a bad-faith lawsuit against Equity Insurance, but that suit was dismissed on summary judgment in July 2019. First, here are the details of the case. […]
The Myth That Leads To The Leading Causes Of Car Accidents
There are a number of articles out there with lists of the top causes of car accidents. Some lists included 15 causes, others go as high as 25. But for the reader with common sense, they can all be simplified into three general categories, with the final one being the most important. We can start […]
A Car Driver Is Usually Liable In Case Of A Bike Accident
There’s an inherit tension between cars on the road and bicyclists. To the drivers, the biker is a nuisance. To the cyclist, the car is the bully who presents an existential threat. When a bike accident happens, the law is more likely to work for the biker. While both driver and cyclist are expected to […]
Why It’s Harder to Win a Motorcycle Accident Case
The injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident are usually more serious than those in a car accident. There’s more protection for the driver of a vehicle than the rider of a motorcycle. That means medical damages are higher. But in spite of this, courtroom results suggest a motorcycle accident case is harder to win than […]
Amazon Scrutinized for Treating Injured Workers Poorly
Amazon created nearly 130,000 jobs this past year and employs 560,000 workers worldwide. This unique online company is one of the fastest growing corporations in the world and is described as the most valuable retailer. Bloomberg Billionaires Index labels Amazon’s founder, Jeff Bezos, as the world’s richest man, valued at over $150 billion dollars. Although […]
7 Tips to Safely Enjoy Biking!
Riding a bike is a fun pastime that many Americans enjoy. According to findings from the Breakaway Research Group, an average of 100 million Americans bike every year and 14 million bike twice a week. If you’re one of these millions, there are many tips to remain safe while you bike. Wear a properly fitted […]
The High Risk Dangers Facing a Motorcyclist
Riding a motorcycle can be an exhilarating yet dangerous experience. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 5,286 motorcyclists were killed in 2016 which was a 5.1 % increase from 2015. There are many dangers and risks involved in taking a joy ride. Operating a motorcycle requires incredible focus and brain function. It […]
Most Common Slip and Fall Injuries (and How to Avoid Them)
A slip and fall accident that results in injury can ruin your day, and possibly drastically change your life for the worse. Next to car accidents, personal injury lawyers deal the most with slip and fall victims. Not only are these accidents quite painful, they’re also very expensive as they often result in high medical […]
Can an Overloaded or Improperly Loaded Truck Lead to Accidents?
An overloaded or improperly loaded truck are two of the main causes of truck accidents in the United States. Unfortunately, this issue is a growing industry problem due to many companies’ attempts to cut costs. Many fleets select lower rated gross vehicle weight (GVW) trucks to save money as well as dodge regulations that require […]