Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral known to be strong and heat resistant. It has been used in thousands of products including, but not limited to insulation, automotive parts, molded plastics, construction materials, and even baby powder. Exposure to asbestos can lead to a diagnosis of mesothelioma or lung cancer…
In certain circumstances negotiating a deal comes to us naturally. We negotiate on the purchase of a house or a car, our salaries — maybe even with the vendors at the farmers market. Yet, when an insurance company offers us a settlement for injuries we’ve sustained in a car accident,…
The growth of ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft have undisputedly increased convenience for Americans in need of transportation. Instead of hailing a cab or calling ahead for a driver, you can obtain a ride in just of few clicks on an app. Unfortunately, a recent study released by researchers at…
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 14,955 lives were saved in 2017 as a result of wearing a seat belt. Of the 37,133 that were killed that year in a traffic accident, 47% of them were unrestrained. NHTSA estimates that 2,549 of those died could have been…
New data shows that people who enjoy playing racing video games are actually worse drivers in real life. Since 1980, video games have played a large role in the lives of children and adults alike. Racing games, specifically, are particularly popular. But research from the United Kingdom indicates a love…
Last December, an engineer one day shy of retirement, died while exercising on a treadmill in Oregon. His widow filed a lawsuit against the gym on his behalf for $13 million because the only staff member at the 24 Hour Fitness in Portland did not know how to respond to…
Firefighters face many dangers, from burns to collapsing structures, but sometimes the greatest dangers come from smoke. Firefighters are at particularly high risks of getting cancer due to the chemicals they inhale in smoke, which expose them to pernicious carcinogens. Gilbert Aguirre, who received a diagnosis of chronic myeloid leukemia…
If you are involved in an accident, you will likely have to deal with one or more insurance companies. Although you can try to negotiate with them on your own, you might be better served by hiring a personal injury attorney to represent your interests instead. There are a few…
Whether you caused a car accident or were a victim of one, there are six steps you should take immediately following the accident. First, check to see whether you are injured. If you can move, try to get out of the car, but remember that just because you cannot immediately…
If you are injured in an accident, and you decide to sue the negligent party, you are usually much better off hiring an attorney to represent your interests. He or she (hopefully) specializes in injury law and will know the ins and outs of representing your claim. He or she…
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