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Man Hit By Rollercoaster Loses Appeal in California

In 2008, a man in Valencia, California was hit by a rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park. He suffered a traumatic brain injury and filed suit against the park for negligence. In the seven years since the injury there have been two trials and an appeal of the second verdict in favor of […]

The Cost of Auto Defects: Summary of GM Ignition Switch Lawsuits and Claims

As the GM ignition switch drama continues to unfold the automaker has disclosed the number of lawsuits and claims to be filed so far. Although GM states that “we cannot currently estimate the potential liability” there are some who believe that it could reach into billions of dollars worth of damage awards. In 2014 GM […]

What Should You Do If You Are Involved in a Big Truck Accident?

The frequency of accidents involving 18-wheeler trucks seems to increase each year, bringing the potential for injuries to innocent drivers who share the road with these massive vehicles. Despite the ongoing hazard, regulations around truck inspections and safety reviews are actually becoming more lax, allowing drivers to operate trucks that may have operational or mechanical […]

Who Is Responsible for Safety Defects in When a Consumer Buys a Used Car?

Every year millions of used vehicles are sold by dealers to consumers who may have no idea that their used car or truck has a safety defect. While there are extensive regulations for disclosure of defects to original buyers, those who buy used cars are on their own when it comes to discovering and repairing […]

UPDATE: Recent Fatal Truck Crash Underscores the Hazard of Oil Trucks in South Texas

In a recent blog post, we discussed the increase in truck accidents in South Texas due to the oil and gas boom in the region. In the past four years, there has been a 50% increased in truck accidents, most of which are attributed to the increase in traffic and poor safety standards used by […]

The New Unexpected Cause of Balcony Collapses: Family Holiday Photos

In a bizarre twist to the tradition of taking family photos during holidays and gatherings, family members in Kentucky recently suffered multiple injuries when a balcony and stairway collapsed during the photo shoot. There were 20 members of the family on a wooden stairway when under their combined weight it collapsed, bringing their Christmas Day […]

The Eventual Outcome of Massive Defect Recalls: More Expensive Autos

In the wake of the 60 million vehicles recalled in 2014, there is one inevitable result for automakers and consumers. The cost of cars and trucks is sure to rise, as automakers and parts manufacturers implement stricter safety measures. These costs will be passed on to consumers via higher sticker prices and fewer incentives to […]

Winter Ice Storms Bring Danger from Truck Accidents

All across the country there have been nearly 500 accidents in recent days, killing at least nine people, caused by ice storms and freezing rain that turned highways into sheets of slick ice. In conditions like this, the greatest danger is always from large trucks and 18-wheelers that can easily jackknife and go sliding into […]

Fines From Federal Regulators are a Poor Deterrent for Disclosure of Defects by Automakers

In an era where auto recalls for defects are at a record high, it is becoming apparent that the current system of enforcing defect disclosure rules are ineffective. Automakers have little incentive to disclose defects through surging warranty claims or their own internal testing, since the fines that are levied for infractions are easily absorbed […]