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Due to their massive size and weight, trucks can cause catastrophic damage in an accident. Passenger vehicles often underride trucks, shearing off tops and leading to severe injuries. Truck braking distances are also longer. Head-on collisions and rollovers have high fatality rates. These factors make truck crashes disproportionately deadly. Underride guards are safety devices…

All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are popular recreational vehicles for outdoor adventures. However, they can also be dangerous, especially when operated by minors. In Iowa, there are specific laws and regulations regarding ATV operation and accidents involving minors. When accidents occur, determining liability can be complicated. ATV Laws in Iowa for Minors In Iowa, there are…

Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) are an important motorcycle safety technology that is becoming more prevalent on motorcycles in the United States. ABS helps motorcycle riders maintain control and safely stop their motorcycles during emergency braking situations. However, there are implications related to motorcycle ABS for riders, manufacturers, and insurers in Ohio. This article explores…

Soft play centers, also known as indoor playgrounds, have become increasingly popular venues for children’s birthday parties and playdates. With large structures filled with slides, ball pits, and climbing areas, they provide hours of entertainment for kids. However, with increased usage comes an increased risk of injury. When accidents happen at soft play centers…

Wearing protective gear like helmets and pads is an essential part of many sports. Helmets, in particular, are designed to prevent traumatic brain injuries and concussions. But what happens when the helmet itself is defective and fails to protect the athlete as intended? This article examines manufacturer liability for defective athletic helmets in the…

New cars today contain more lines of code than the Space Shuttle. As vehicles become increasingly connected and automated, they open drivers and passengers up to new risks from hacking and software flaws. While incidents so far have been limited, cyber risks represent an emerging area of auto product liability that Florida plaintiffs, attorneys,…

When you buy a car in Virginia, you expect it to be up to a certain standard. You assume that manufacturers have a duty of care to their consumers, and you assume correctly. There is an undeniable expectation that big assets like vehicles, where your safety is threatened in so many external ways, are…

It is written into the law of every state that vehicle manufacturers are liable if their product is faulty and causes injury or death. There has been a rise in this type of case in the last few decades as car ownership becomes more accessible than ever, and people are driving more frequently too….

A vehicle is a substantial investment for most people, so they want one that does not have defects and that they will get value and utility from. However, there are situations where this isn’t possible due to various reasons, such as defective parts or poor design. Several laws protect consumers and require manufacturers to…

Have you ever taken a close look at the number of fatal car crashes that happen in Alabama? It’s a number that can seem rather alarming and leave people to question why it’s as high as it is. According to Drive Safe Alabama, there is a car crash reported every three minutes and 55…