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Phantom Vehicle Accidents Lawyer What Is a Phantom Accident? A phantom accident is a car accident that occurs when one vehicle has left the scene of the accident without being identified. This often leaves the other driver in a bind when trying to obtain insurance coverage for damage caused by a phantom driver. Two types of [...]

It has been weeks since the VW emissions scandal broke, but consumers are still expressing their anger spurred by this automaker’s emissions test cheat.  VW has revealed that 11 million cars are affected worldwide.  As the story unfolds, it is important that consumers have all of the details. A major selling point push[...]

When you are involved in an auto accident that is not your fault, the natural reaction is to blame the adverse driver and want to have his or her insurance company reimburse you for your property damage and medical expenses. However, this may not be the most efficient method of handling your claim. Even if you have the adv[...]

After the screech of tires and the sound of metal hitting metal, many drivers spiral into a panic when they are involved in an auto accident.  Avoid a panicked response by keeping these pointers in mind if you find yourself as the victim of a car crash. And remember, seeking guidance from an experienced auto accident lawyer ca[...]

Do you own a Volkswagen?  If you own a 2009 to 2015 VW Diesel Jetta, Beetle, Golf, or Audi A3 or a 2014 to 2015 Diesel Passat, you may have a claim against VW. VWs are well known for being fuel efficient and environmentally friendly.  However, VW has defrauded consumers by installing inaccurate emissions sensors, which produ[...]

Dangers of Uneven Roads Tips on How to Be Safe When Driving on Uneven Roads Everyone has been driving along when, suddenly, they enter a construction zone where the job is unfinished. Often, this means that the pavement is uneven. A similar situation may occur when there is a dangerous shoulder drop-off or no shoulder at all.[...]

An ongoing outbreak of Salmonella Poona infections keeps spreading. Please read this important warning to protect you and your loved ones from a potential infection. As of September 15, 2015, 418 people infected with Salmonella Poona have been reported from 31 states.  Of these reported cases, 91 people have been hospitalized.[...]

Most people consider alcohol use, including drunk driving accidents, when they think of liver failure, but the leading cause of acute damage to the organ has nothing to do with drinking. Acetaminophen, usually marketed in the form of Tylenol, is responsible for more cases of acute organ damage than any other risk factor in the [...]

Until recently, Z pack side effects were nothing to worry about. Doctors were convinced the antibiotic, also known by its trade name azithromycin, couldn’t cause more harm than the occasional bout of nausea or diarrhea. In 2012, though, this belief was overturned in light of some extensive research into the medication, reveal[...]

Blue Bell may be a Texas staple, homegrown in the heart of the state and standing for more than a century, but a worrisome listeria outbreak at the creamery’s facilities is threatening its reputation, and the people who buy its products. For weeks, the company began recalling some of its ice cream products, but now the recall h[...]

A power plant explosion is one of the worst occupational disasters that can happen in any industry, and it typically leaves massive tragedy in its wake. These disasters are nearly always preventable as they are often due to company or worker negligence. It would seem like these would be some of the best maintained and monitored[...]

A DUI car accident often produces terrible injuries, and they are responsible for a vast number of motorist and pedestrian deaths every year. The U.S. has a serious drunk driving issue, and according to the CDC, a drunk motorist gets away with driving drunk 80 times on average before they are finally caught. It’s no surprise,[...]

Several studies published in the last decade have demonstrated a link between heart defects in newborn children and SSRI use, which has raised concerns about a potential increase in the pregnancy death rate. Cardiovascular complications can impact a child’s life well beyond birth, as they greatly increase the chances of more [...]

Construction sites, industrial facilities, oil platforms and shipping centers make regular use of heavy equipment, and accidents are a real possibility if proper safety measures are not maintained. Workers must be thoroughly trained, machinery regularly inspected and safety procedures observed by management personnel. This soun[...]

There’s no way to prevent accidents altogether, but injury lawyers can help minimize their impact. Every day, people face a staggering number of small risks, like driving in heavy traffic, working on an active job site, using a variety of appliances and machines, and consuming certain foods and medications. On their own, none[...]

Treatment for Low-T syndrome has forced lawsuit preparations on the behalf of hundreds of victims as testosterone supplements can produce serious side effects in some people. For years, safety research into testosterone replacement therapy has lagged behind the popularity of these drugs. This is due in large part to aggressive ma[...]

If you’ve been hurt in an ATV rollover crash, an injury attorney might be able to help you get back on the road to recovery. These vehicles are popular among rural thrill seekers, where hills, forests and plenty of open space is available for testing the vehicle’s limits. This can be deadly though, as these vehicles were no[...]

The Takata air bag recall is yet another large-scale safety report that concerns millions of vehicle owners. And, like the GM ignition switch safety alert before it, it involves a serious problem that can result in grave injury and death. Another attribute it shares with the GM alert is secrecy. It is now clear that engineers w[...]