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Guardrails are designed to keep motorists safe, but what if a certain brand of them could end up actually harming you?Our attorneys are investigating claims that Lindsay Transportation Systems’ X-LITE guardrail end treatment may be unreasonably dangerous and defective after the guardrails were… Read more
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You show up at the marina, hand over a credit card, sign a stack of papers on an iPad, and twenty minutes later you're piloting a 40-foot yacht out of the harbor. It feels like renting a car. Legally, it's closer to buying one—for the day.That single sentence in the paperwork you barely… Read more
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Drowning Risks on the WaterDrowning is one of the most serious risks associated with boating and other maritime activities. A person can enter the water unexpectedly after a collision, sudden turn, large wake, equipment failure, or fall from the vessel.Other incidents may occur during swimming,… Read more
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Car accidents are more than just stressful events—they can upend your entire life, and dealing with insurance companies afterward can make matters even worse. Many policyholders assume that their car insurance providers will honor claims in good faith, but disputes over settlements, denied… Read more
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Ever heard a lawyer speak and wonder what the heck they were saying? It can sometimes feel like lawyers have their own language, especially if you’ve never been involved in a claim before. The justice system uses many terms with specific definitions, which may be different from the way… Read more
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As consumers, we rely on companies to provide products that are both innovative and secure. However, sometimes even the most trusted brands can put consumers at risk. This year, some of the biggest names have experienced significant recalls, reminding us of the importance of vigilance and… Read more
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The following product recalls have been announced this week—make sure you’re in the know. 2015–2019 Ford VehiclesFord is recalling almost 1.5 million of its 2015 –2019 Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln MKC, Mustang, Ranger, Transit, Transit Connect, Econoline, Edge, Expedition, F-250 SD, F-350… Read more
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Repairing potholes requires a city to spend a considerable amount of money out of an annual operations budget. However, potholes pale in comparison to the amount of money a county has to pay out because of the development of a sinkhole.In 2017, a woman driving in the Studio City section of Los… Read more
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According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Local fire departments responded to nearly 1.4 million fires throughout the United States in 2019. The fires caused 3,700 civilian deaths and 16,600 reported civilian injuries. Property damage caused by fires in 2019 exceeded $15… Read more
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Boaters depend on steering systems, engines, controls, fuel systems, navigation equipment, and safety devices to work properly.A steering failure can send a vessel into another boat or dock. A defective throttle may prevent an operator from slowing down. A fuel-system problem may cause a fire or… Read more
