The United States government recently issued an urgent warning to consumers to discontinue the use of the Peloton Tread+ after “dozens of incidents of children being suck beneath” the treadmill. This warning was issued approximately one month after Peloton, a New...
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Injuries Sustained Due to Defective Car Seatbacks on the Rise
Generally, people assume that the safest place for their child in a vehicle is the back seat. Unfortunately, the past several years of litigation indicate that defective car seatbacks place anyone sitting in the back seat of a vehicle in harm’s way. In recent years,...
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Makes It Easier to Sue Product Manufacturers
The Supreme Court of the United States issued a decision on Thursday, March 25, 2021, that will make it easier to sue nationwide automobile companies for alleged vehicle defects. Ford Motor Company appealed to the Supreme Court after unsuccessfully trying to dismiss...
The Deadly Effects of a Competitive Market
The Ford Pinto case became infamous in the 1970’s due to a defective fuel system design that burst into flames in a collision. It is estimated between 500 and 900 burn deaths resulted from Ford’s faulty design. Multiple lawsuits brought by those injured uncovered how...
Carbon Monoxide, The Silent Killer—When Silence Is Not Golden
From the inside of your home to the workplace, carbon monoxide is an ever-present threat, and is the leading cause of death from unintentional poisoning. Each year, more than 430 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning not linked to fire and more than 50,000...
What Should You Consider When You Report A Traffic Incident?
Insurance adjusters have a responsibility to determine liability after a crash, with personal injuries and property damage often at stake. Researching the details of each claim is necessary to determine how much money to offer a claimant. Police reports, damage...
Maritime Injury: Claims for Purely Emotional Injuries and the Physical Impact Rule
An often overlooked component and independent cause of action in maritime injury claims is infliction of emotional distress. If you have been involved in accident and sustained psychological injury such as substantial distress, anxiety, grief, depression, insomnia, or...
Rear Seat Fatalities from Seatback Failure: Seat Strength Standards Unchanged in 30 Years
Recently, CBS News released the results of their six-year investigation which revealed the potential dangers of vehicle seatbacks during a rear-end collision. Vehicle seatback failure injuries occur when the front seat of a vehicle collapses backwards after a rear-end...
Barged Moored Allegedly Due to Tired Wheelman
Pilots, captains, and wheelmen are all primarily tasked with the safety of their crew and passengers. These seaman are also responsible for the safe navigation of their vessels, no matter the size or type of cargo. Some of the work shifts last 12-hours instead of...
El Paso Walmart Mass Shooting Victims Fight for Release of Surveillance Footage
Over a year-and-a-half after the mass shooting at an El Paso Walmart, victims and family members are still fighting for the release of Walmart’s surveillance footage and autopsy records for those that were killed in the horrific incident. Patrick Crusius presently...
K-Solve Fire Posed Serious Health And Safety Concerns
The recent fire at the Channelview K-Solv was devastating to watch on the news. Local residents, unaware of what was happening at the time, likely feared for their safety. Meanwhile, workers at the chemical plant had to implement an emergency response. Thick, black...
Recall Issued for Bottled Water
Real Water, Inc. issued a voluntary recall for all of its “Real Water” brand drinking water because it might be linked to non-viral hepatitis. The FDA warning said people should not sell, serve, or cook with Real Water. Distributors have been notified of the recall...
Klien Gas Explosion Injures at Least Seven Utility Workers
In Klien, Texas, about an hour outside of Houston, in the 18700-block of Gleannloch Lakes Boulevard around 6 p.m. on Friday, March 5 an explosion rocked a Comcast crew when they punctured a gas line, according to the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office. The Comcast...
For Oil And Gas Workers, Job-Related Risks Extend Far Beyond Explosions
Employment in the oil and gas industry situates workers among the most dangerous jobs in the world. Unfortunately, breaking news stories about a fire or explosion that injured or killed multiple people air far too often. Large-scale catastrophic incidents, such as...
Chambers County Lineman Killed and Another Critically Injured in 106 Ft Fall
An industrial incident in Chambers County, Texas on early Sunday morning left one lineman dead and another in critical condition. The incident occurred just outside the city limits of Mont Belvieu, Texas to the east of Houston. Investigations into the tragic events...
Traffic Deaths Surge Despite Lockdowns
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the lives of Texans in unexpected, and unfortunately deadly, ways. Telecommuting, remote learning and online delivery have allowed millions to stay home, drastically altering the traffic patterns on some of the most congested...
Suit Against GM Over Deadly Crash Reveals Severity of Steering Sensor Problem
In November 2014, a 42-year-old mother and saleswoman lost her life when her 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV suddenly began to veer off the road, causing the woman to lose control and the vehicle to roll over and land in a ditch. The lawsuit filed by her late husband...
Man Sues Kroger After Slip and Fall Due to Leaking Refrigerator
On March 18, 2021, a Harris County resident filed a complaint in the Harris County District Court against Kroger Texas L.P. (hereinafter “Kroger”). The man asserts causes of action for premises liability and negligence against Kroger as a result of a slip and fall...
Kia Recalls Nearly 400,000 Vehicles for Fire Hazard
Kia recently issued a recall for 379,931 of its vehicles due to the risk of an electric short-circuit in the engine compartment, which could lead to a fire. The affected vehicles are the 2017 to 2019 Cadenza sedan and the 2017 to 2021 Sportage. Kia recommends that...
Is It Possible To Decrease The Dangers Of Construction?
In terms of the inherent potential for on-the-job injuries, the construction industry carries infinite risks. Balancing on scaffolding, working with power tools and operating heavy equipment can quickly create catastrophic accident injuries that often turn fatal. The...
Lawsuit Filed Over Tractor-Trailer Crash that Killed Three
Paul Potts has filed suit and claimed that trucker Jack Satterfield III drove recklessly while intoxicated and caused a massive crash that killed three people, including a 16-month-old girl and her father. Mr. Potts has also sued several engineering firms. Mr. Potts...
Your Rights as a Passenger in a Motor Vehicle Accident
As a passenger, you have many of the same rights you would have as a driver of the vehicle in a car accident. In fact, as a passenger, asserting your rights may come with greater ease since liability is generally not an issue for an injured passenger. Many passengers...
Ford Recalls Almost 2.6 Million Vehicles for Defective Airbags
Ford is recalling nearly 2.6 million of its vehicles in the U.S. to replace driver-side Takata airbags. Ford’s recall is in response to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recent January 19, 2021 opinion that denied Ford’s 2017 petition for...
Employers’ Responsibility To Their Workforce
When you clock in for your shift, you probably focus on efficiency in providing quality work for your employer. However, while dedication is important to maintaining your position, employment agreements work both ways. Employers also have an obligation to their...
Winter Storm Uri Brings Billions in Insurance Claims
Winter Storm Uri, the major winter and ice storm that hit Texas in February 2021, left the state reeling after millions of residents were left in the cold and the dark. The storm’s potential losses have been estimated to be between $10 billion and $90 billion dollars,...
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