The Dangers of Goodyear RV Tires | LE

April 9, 2018

The Dangers of Goodyear RV Tires

Defective Goodyear tires installed on thousands of recreational vehicles (RVs) allegedly caused crashes that injured or killed nearly 100 people in the past two decades.

David Brose
March 14, 2018

Five Safety Tips for Spring Break Road Trips

My daughter’s spring break begins next week. Thankfully, she’s not old enough to drive, so I don’t have the concern that other parents may feel when their kids head off for spring break road trips.

Brett Emison
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March 6, 2018

Why Lax Medical Device Regulations Threaten Public Health

After an exhaustive study of the safety and efficacy of artificial hip implants, The New York Times has published an article that examines the risks of metal hips and other medical devices that go untested and largely unregulated.

Mark Emison
Case-to-Remember
February 5, 2018

Unknown Danger: Why Reclined Car Seats can be Deceptively Unsafe

Many readers don’t know this, but it’s possible that tilting your vehicle’s seat back to rest or take a nap can dramatically increase the risk of serious injury or death.  Even though this issue is just as important as that of defective tires, most consumers and passengers don’t understand these risks, auto makers (like Ford, GM, Chrysler and Toyota) have known of this danger for more than 40 years.

Mark Emison
January 30, 2018

Congress Calls for Increased Regulation to Improve Passenger Vehicle Safety on U.S. Highways

Trucking accidents are much more destructive and devastating than a collision involving two passenger vehicles. The sheer difference in size and weight between a tractor-trailer and […]

David Brose
January 19, 2018

Safety Alert: My First Doll Recall and its Dangers to Children

Defective products are not limited to vehicles, drugs, medical devices and other products that harm adults. In the latest consumer product to hit news for being […]

Mark Emison
December 28, 2017

Three Surprising Stats on the Dangers of Railroad Crossings

Though we are taught at an early age to look both ways before crossing the street, many adult motorists take for granted that a train […]

Mark Emison
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December 20, 2017

Underride Guards Can Save Lives

Underride guards on tractor-trailers are a necessity on America’s highways to protect people in trucking accidents. It is well known among those experienced in trucking accident […]

David Brose
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December 15, 2017

Bair Hugger Warming Blanket Lawsuits Will Proceed to Trial

In a critical victory for victims of Bair Hugger warming blanket infections, a Minnesota trial judge presiding ruled this week that the claims will continue […]

Brett Emison
December 15, 2017

The Dangers of Aftermarket Vehicles

According to recent reports, the aftermarket vehicle market will be shaken up by automated driving technology. But, what constitutes an aftermarket vehicle? In this post, we […]

Brett Emison
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December 6, 2017

Do I Have a Trucking Accident Case?

New records are being reached in shipments via truck in the United States, according to news reports this month. Recent crashes between semi-trucks and passenger vehicles have […]

David Brose
November 20, 2017

Tree Stand Hazards: What Every Hunter Needs to Know

Every autumn, thousands of Americans take to the woods for deer hunting. What’s rarely discussed are the inherent dangers of hunting from elevated tree stands. […]

Langdon Emison