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Category: Wrongful Death
A Closer Look at Wrongful Death Claims
A loved one’s tragic, untimely death can impact their spouse and children in so many ways. Beyond the loss of their companionship and support, the death of a parent or spouse can be financially devastating. In cases where a careless or negligent act caused a tragic death, family members may consider filing a wrongful death[…]
Red Light Deaths Going Up
In 2017, drivers running red lights killed nearly 1,000 pedestrians and bicyclists – and caused thousands of other injuries. This is the highest the number has been in the last 10 years, so the American Automobile Association (AAA) is urging drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians alike to use caution and pay attention at traffic signals. According[…]
Senator Says Trampoline Parks Cover Up Deaths
A Connecticut senator, Richard Blumenthal, claims that trampoline parks circumvent justice and legal repercussions by forcing participants to sign arbitration waivers. Arbitration waivers are legal documents that forbid individuals from filing legal claims in a court of law if they are injured. Instead, an arbitrator – not a judge – hears the injury victim’s complaints;[…]
September 15-21: Child Passenger Safety Week
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) is sponsoring this year’s Child Passenger Safety Week, which will be observed September 15-21. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for children in the United States, but many of the fatalities are completely preventable. Statistics on Child Passengers and Motor Vehicle Accidents According to the[…]
PA Traffic Fatalities on the Decline
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for individuals under 55 in the United States. PennDOT (or the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation) is committed to promoting safe travel across the state. In 2017, PA saw its lowest number of traffic fatalities on record for the last 90 years – altogether there were 1,137[…]