Most vehicles consist of original equipment (OE), meaning they were manufactured by an automobile maker and left unaltered. However, other vehicles may have had aftermarket modifications on them, including vehicles custom-fit for handicap access, van life, or recreational activities. Some…
Knowing what to do after a car accident can be confusing, but it is exponentially more so when the drivers come from different states. Whether you were a tourist visiting California or were hit by a non-resident while driving in…
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), frontal airbags alone have saved more than 50,000 lives in 30 years. Airbags are particularly effective in high-speed accidents, helping to prevent more serious injuries. While most automobile accidents are caused…
You might have heard about problems with robo-taxis or a huge verdict against Tesla after a jury found that its Autopilot feature contributed to a fatal car crash. While experts say we are still many years away from having a…
Getting in an accident with a rented vehicle can add an extra layer of complexity to an already stressful situation. You might not know who is responsible for covering your damages or if you’ll be responsible for the rental car’s…
Class action lawsuits allow multiple people who were injured in the same way to band together to seek compensation from the same party that injured all of them. When numerous people are involved, it may be impracticable to file individual…
Piers, harbors, and docks are complicated work environments. They are, after all, necessary places for local and national commerce but they can also be very dangerous. The only reason they aren’t hubs of accidents and injuries is that longshore workers…
After a disruptive accident, you may be excited to get any settlement offer. The amount may be tempting, made sweeter by the insurance company saying they can overnight the money to you. And, in the back of your mind, you…
Everyone knows that docks are dangerous places. The machinery, the shipping containers, and the naval vessels don’t necessarily make for the safest environment. The only reason there aren’t a lot more longshore accidents in harbors and piers is that longshoremen…
