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In the wake of Toyota recalls, many US drivers find themselves asking “what if that was me?” This fear of unintended acceleration, while justifiable, can be placated with a few simple steps.
First, know your car. Larry Webster, Popular Mechanics automotive editor, suggests examining all controls, then practice using them. Check the placement of the [...]
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If Toyota’s problems are not bad enough following the recall of 6 million vehicles in the United States for brakes and accelerator problems, another incident involving a runaway Toyota is making the news.
On March 8, 2010, James Sikes was traveling down Interstate 8 near [...]
According to the CDC motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. Some of the car accidents involving teenage drivers may be due to lack of driving experience, but all too common, teenage drivers often do not take the privilege of driving seriously or fall to peer [...]
There have been a lot of studies released lately comparing the dangers of drinking and driving to driving while texting. However, new studies show that texting and walking can be just as hazardous.
While the mishaps for a distracted walker are typically minor, serious injuries are on the rise. According to an Ohio State University [...]
People ask a lot of questions as to what makes PI attorneys do what they do. The case of Sonia Baker is a tragic reminder of the answer.
When the Fort Worth, Texas resident went to pick up breakfast for her family the morning of December 11, 2009, she expected it to be a quick [...]
University of Alabama-Birmingham researchers are testing software designed to train children in dog bite prevention. The program, called Blue Dog is already on the market in some areas.
The study is geared to children between the ages three and six. “This is not a small problem,” said David Schwebel, professor and vice chairman of the [...]
We’ve all seen the media and Congressional display surrounding Toyota vehicles, but what about other cars?
Millions of vehicles are being recalled each year, without the attention afforded Toyota. While the manufacturer is required to notify owners when a recall is issued, many people miss the warning.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hosts a website [...]
Fox 5 revealed in their report FOX 5 Investigates: DC Injury Claims that the DC Attorney General’s office employs tactics to delay and devalue personal injury lawsuits filed against the District of Columbia – all for the sake of saving money.
Peter J. Nickles, Attorney General for the District of Columbia stated in his interview [...]
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source: ABCActionNews.com – Settlement reached in Graziano/Bollea suit
Famous wrestler Hulk Hogan settled a negligence lawsuit that resulted from a 2007 street racing car crash involving his son Nick Bollea. The investigation revealed that the car accident occurred when 17-year-old Nick Bollea lost control of his father’s 1998 Toyota Supra while racing another vehicle on [...]
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Although it has been two weeks after back to back blizzards and record snow fall in the D.C., Maryland, and northern Virginia area, bus stops and sidewalks are still deeply buried under snow making them dangerous and impassable forcing pedestrians to unsafely walk on the streets.
Since the bus stop on [...]
