Drug Side Effects The “side effects” of drugs are well-known to those who take certain types of medications. While drugs may do wonders in treating illnesses, many also come with a list of other possible effects that, in some cases, can be worse than the disease itself. Many victims who have suffered serious side effects from medication question whether they can sue for their injuries. That question is complicated and the answer often requires help… read more →
Many people have the “hoverboard” on their Christmas wish list this year, but recent reports show that the boards may present a very real danger to purchasers. Before buying these two-wheeled toys, shoppers should know about the recent spate of injuries caused by malfunctioning units. Dangers of Hoverboards In recent months, eight people have been injured by falls from hoverboards, while several others have been run over by hoverboard users. However, the most serious danger… read more →
Peterbilt, an important heavy truck manufacturer operating in the United States and Canada, has voluntarily offered to recall more than 2,000 of its semi-tractor-trailer trucks because they are able to travel at faster speeds than their tires are capable of handling. The recall will allow the manufacturer to change the regulators in the trucks’ engines to control speed. The move has raised concerns about the safety of other trucks with as many as 10,000 of… read more →
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2015 has seen an increase in traffic deaths of at least eight percent. If the trend holds, this year will see a higher rate of death for travelers than any year since 2007. Experts believe that a combination of factors, including lower gas prices, have contributed to the higher death rate. Holiday Travel and Deadly Statistics Holidays are statistically likely to see higher highway fatality rates than… read more →
When someone is involved in a car wreck, one of the first things that the victim must decide is whether it makes sense to file a lawsuit. Not every car wreck requires a lawsuit to collect compensation, and not every victim is entitled to payment. It is important to understand the options available for recovering compensation in a car wreck and which choice is right for a particular case. A personal injury attorney can often… read more →
