When most people think of product liability, they assume the product itself has an issue. Whether that is a small part that wasn’t warned about for a children’s toy, a defective leg on a chair, or even a faulty phone battery, these cases are more common than we tend to think. However, what happens when […]
When you are injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another, a personal injury attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve. There are a few terms that you may hear from lawyers and inside the court that you may not be familiar with. To help you feel more comfortable about your […]
The consumer and producer relationship is founded upon trust in the quality, safety, and effectiveness of a product. That trust has been carefully nurtured over many years. When people invest in a product, such as a car, they expect it to work the way it should. However, issues such as poor product design or even […]
Whether it’s a sports accident, a car accident, or a slip and fall, the possibility of sustaining a spinal cord injury is always present. In the United States, there has been a steady rise in spinal cord injuries, especially among older adults. From 2007 to 2009, a study by John Hopkins University looked at the […]
Accidents resulting from a defective product can be jarring. Not only are you left dealing with hospital bills and damages, but you may be conflicted on whether to bring a lawsuit against the manufacturer or not. There are three categories of product liability that your particular case can fall under: design defect, manufacturing defect, or […]
Every year, thousands of product liability cases get filed due to injuries caused by a defect. Whether this defect is faulty airbags of a car, a faulty battery in a phone, or a chair that wasn’t built correctly, a defective product can lead to serious injuries or even death in some cases. Consumers should know […]
Taking the elevator is a daily occurrence for most people. Whether you’re going to work, going shopping, or going back to your apartment, you’re probably so used to these lifts that you go on autopilot, spending your time in there listening to the soothing elevator music as you let your thoughts wander. However, every now […]
In some cases, it can take years to show the true injuries of an accident. From car wrecks to work falls, injuries can manifest, leading to confusing circumstances surrounding your accident. Health problems might not immediately arise, but they are a direct result of the accident, and the negligent individual who caused the accident is […]
In coal mines years ago, canaries used to accompany miners underground as a safety precaution. Since these birds are naturally sensitive to deadly conditions, these companions served as an early warning system to help save miners before disaster struck. While miners have developed better systems to create safer environments since then, there is, unfortunately, still […]
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) have become an increasingly popular topic among sports teams, schools, and recreational activities. As the need for better safety equipment and standards rises, it is important to understand what a traumatic brain injury is, what causes it, and what the signs are that one has occurred. What Is a Traumatic Brain […]
