According to the National Safety Council, slip and fall injuries occur millions of times a year, in the United States. A substantial proportion of these accidents can be traced to the wrongful conduct of someone other than the victim (a shop owner, for instance). If this has happened to you, you may be entitled to […] … [Read more...]

Distracted driving is widely considered to be even more dangerous than driving while intoxicated. The U.S. Department of Transportation reports that distracted driving causes a million accidents and thousands of deaths each year in the United States. Indeed, it has been estimated that texting while driving increases your odds of an accident by … [Read more...]

Although many traffic accidents are caused by driver negligence, some accidents are caused by defects in the vehicle itself. When this happens, an injured victim may have as many as three legal bases upon which to file a lawsuit – strict product liability, negligence and breach of warranty. Choosing which theory to rely on requires […] … [Read more...]

Nebraska, like other states, has passed product liability laws that allow an injured party to file a lawsuit or negotiate a settlement for a personal injury or death arising from a defective product. Product liability claims can be complex and difficult to prove without expert legal assistance, especially if the product is technically complex. What … [Read more...]

By Sean Lally, Staff Writer Insurance companies like all businesses have a bottom line, which is to increase profits at all costs.  That bottom line often precludes any real consideration for the severity of someone’s injuries, and therefore leads to an array of miserly tricks aimed at reducing the value of a claim, or even […] … [Read more...]

If you have been charged with any type of drunk or drugged driving, you need to take it seriously and act quickly. Different states use different terms to refer to this type of charge. There are some differences in exactly what they mean, and for some the level of intoxication involved, but the bottom line […] … [Read more...]

When it comes to medical malpractice claims in the United States, a new comprehensive study has shown that 1 out of every 100 doctors is responsible for 32 percent of malpractice claims. The study, which was conducted by researchers at the University of Melbourne and Stanford University, analyzed 66,426 claims that were paid against 54,099 […] … [Read more...]

Older adults are at greater risk for burn injuries, especially within the home environment. Why? The skin of elderly individuals is thinner and prone to burning more rapidly. In fact, according to The American Burn Association, adults over 85 years old are four times more likely to die from a burn injury. As well, elderly […] … [Read more...]

While sealed gas fireplaces may provide protection from the open flame of traditional fireplaces, many parents are unaware of the dangers related to burn injuries which can stem from perilously hot glass. The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued warnings to parents with small children to be mindful of their use of gas fireplaces in […] … [Read more...]

Any chance of the Takata airbag recall coming to an end anytime soon has come to a halt with more bad news for the airbag manufacturer. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently announced an expansion of the massive airbag recall after the fatality of 52-year-old Joel Knight last month, caused by a ruptured airbag […] … [Read more...]

With the Super Bowl a few days away, and the winding down of football season, the NFL is examining how to go about the alarming increase in concussions. The 2015 season saw a 58% increase in concussions, with 182 occurrences in comparison to 115 during the 2014 season. The increase in concussions has come after […] … [Read more...]

Traumatic brain injuries are a serious issue that affects millions of people. Concussions are the most common form of a traumatic brain injury, and a common diagnosis following an auto accident. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 3.5 million people in the United States have TBI.  Each year approximately 50,000 people die from […] … [Read more...]