A growing number of fatal and injury-related car accidents are due to distracted drivers using handheld phones. According to research, 40 percent of cell phone users have admitted to using social media while driving, with 10 percent engaging in video chats behind the wheel. In addition, the Snapchat app has added a “speed filter,” with some drivers taking selfies while traveling at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour. Evidence of texting or social… read more →
Have You Checked For Recalls Lately? It may be tempting to ignore that recall notice, but it can be a deadly mistake. According to recent reports, there are millions of vehicles currently on the road that are under recall for a variety of reasons. Ignoring a recall warning is not only dangerous but can jeopardize a later claim for damages if you are injured due to a car’s malfunction. Fortunately, checking for recalls on your… read more →
Motorcycle riders have a much higher rate of death and serious injury in road accidents than occupants of passenger vehicles. According to federal statistics, motorcycle riders are 35 times more likely to die in a crash than others on the road. While many accidents are caused by the negligence of other drivers, there are things that a motorcycle rider can do to increase his or her safety and avoid serious injuries. How Can I Stay… read more →
Motorcycle accident claims can be a challenge. Personal Injury Attorney Tim David explains what you need to know. Motorcycle accidents occur every day and often lead to serious injuries for victims. Unfortunately, many victims of motorcycle crashes never recover the compensation they deserve because of misunderstandings about liability in these types of accidents. If you have been the victim of a motorcycle crash and need to file a motorcycle accident claim, it is very important… read more →
Ignition switch claims against GM must be heard according to a recent appeals court ruling. While General Motors was successful in filing for protection from creditors under the federal bankruptcy code in 2009, a federal appeals court recently ruled that the protection of the bankruptcy stay will not extend to lawsuits filed by victims of accidents caused by faulty ignition switches. The vehicle manufacturing giant was forced to recall 2.6 million vehicles in 2014 due… read more →
