Personal Injury Law Blog

Rear-end collisions caused by semi-tractor-trailer trucks can be caused by poor maintenance. For example, an 18-wheeler's braking system could be damaged or worn down, making it hard for the trucker to stop their semi before hitting a vehicle in front of them. In some truck accident cases involving mechanical issues, a claim might be filed against the mechanic who did not repair or maintain the truck's braking system. If the truck driver is employed by a trucking or transportation company, that company might also be held liable for damages.

 In 2019, there were approximately 420,000 people injured and another 3100 people tragically killed in an accident caused by a distracted driver.

Some drivers often experience a strange event when driving, called “Highway Hypnosis.” Highway Hypnosis is a trance-like state in which a person who is safely driving a motor vehicle has no recollection of actually driving. Highway Hypnosis may cause drivers to “zone out“ while driving short distances or several hundreds of miles. 

If you or someone you love has been involved in a motorcycle accident, it is important that you speak with a qualified Motorcycle Accident Attorney about your situation. If the motorcycle crash was the fault of another driver, you or your loved one may be able to obtain monetary compensation for pain and suffering, injuries, property damage, and other accident related damages, depending on the facts and circumstances of your particular incident.  By retaining legal counsel, you and your loved ones can focus on healing while your attorney focuses on obtaining the maximum monetary compensation available in your potential case.

A report from the Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) states that daily occupational fatalities have dropped from 38 deaths per day back in 1970 to 15 deaths per day in 2019. The number of deaths and injuries has dropped due to improvements in workplace safety measures. The most common work-related injuries are overexertion, slips and falls, and equipment accidents. Most workplace accidents are preventable when proper precautions are taken and companies follow OSHA's guidelines. However, workplace accidents due occur, and this article will discuss the most common workplace injuries.

Open fractures are bone breaks that tear through soft tissue and the skin. In some open fractures, the soft tissue wound is far from the actual bone break. These fractures are dangerous as they can lead to substantial blood loss and can become infected easily. These types of bone fractures usually occur after a car accident or a serious fall. If you or a member of your family have been injured because of the negligent actions of another, our national personal injury lawyers are ready to protect your valuable legal rights. Our personal injury law firm is committed to recovering full compensation for your injuries, pain, suffering, property damage, and other damages. 

Tennessee's DUI Manslaughter Law, Bentley's Law, Requires Offenders to Pay Child Support Payments to Victims' Children

TENNESSEE - According to an online news report posted on atlantablackstar.com, Tennessee lawmakers have decided to crack down on drunk drivers who cause fatal car accidents.

One of the most common types of motor vehicle accidents are rear-end collisions. Rear-end accidents range in severity depending on the speed of the at-fault driver. The most serious rear-end crashes occur when the at-fault driver fails to reduce their speed prior to the collision. These high-speed rear-end wrecks are often caused by drunk drivers or drivers who are driving while distracted. 

According to a new report published on CNBC.com, Tesla is recalling 48,000 motor vehicles due to a speed flaw that increases the risk of accidents.

According to an online accident news report published on wnem.com, the U.S. Product Safety Commission has announced that approximately 53,000 Generac and DR Power electric power washers are being recalled due to Carbon Monoxide danger.

According to an online news report published on wsaz.com, a whistleblower reported safety concerns about Abbott Nutrition's quality issued to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration months before the baby formula was recalled.

According to a recall alert published on the Consumer Product Safety Commission website, Monti Kids has initiated a recall of several Wooden Push Toys.

According to a recall news alert published on bestlifeonline.com, hundreds of Walmart stores throughout the United States are pulling more than 120,000 pounds of ground beef products off its shelves. The ground beef recall was initiated after it was discovered that beef products produced by Lakeside Refrigerated Services "may be contaminated" with E. coli O103. The problem was discovered during routine FSIS testing of imported products," the agency said in its alert.

According to an online news report published on 6abc.com, Consumer Reports has opened an independent investigation into Abbott Nutrition's baby formula recall after at least two baby deaths, and multiple illnesses were connected to Abbott Nutrition's baby formula manufacturing plant.  

According to an online news report published on TheHill.com, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recalled more than 4,500 pounds of Tennessee Brown Bag beef jerky products. The beef jerky was recalled because the food products were manufactured and marketed without pior federal oversight and inspection.

According to an online recall news report published on eatingwell.com, Walmart has recalled some Marketside organic zucchini due to Salmonella dangers.

According to an online recall news report published on eatingwell.com, Best Buy is recalling more than 700,000 air friers due to a potential fire hazard.

According to an online recall report published on cleveland19.com, approximately one million people are waiting for replacement Philips CPAP machines following the Philips breathing machine recall.

According to a recall news story published on nbcphiladelphia.com, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a food recall announcement concerning Turkey Hill's 48-ounce Chocolate Marshmallow Premium Ice Cream.

According to a recall article published on usatoday.com, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced dozens of auto recalls, including Ford Motor Company's recall of nearly 700,000 motor vehicles.  USA TODAY created a list of auto recalls that involve ten or more motor vehicles.