Excedrin Recall & Tylenol Murders: Defective Medication Seals Are Still a Problem
We have all encountered the frustration of pill bottles that just will not open. Sometimes it’s the foil that always seems too strong; sometimes it’s the dreaded “child safe” cap that only children seem able to open. But these measures do serve a purpose. Even the most benign, over-the-counter medication can be dangerous if taken…
Read MoreToro Recalls Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard
Winter storms are sweeping the United States from coast to coast, and many people are purchasing and using snowblowers for the first time. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging people to check the make and model of their machines, as they recently posted an announcement for a nationwide recall of certain Toro snowblowers…
Read MoreSuper-Sized SUVs? More Like Super-Sized Blind Spots
SUVs, short for sport utility vehicles, are vehicles that combine the spaciousness of a minivan with the sport capabilities of a truck. SUVs have more horsepower and a higher ground clearance than a regular car. They’re also one of the most popular vehicle choices across the country for their versatility and features. However, one of…
Read MoreCongressional Report Finds Arsenic and Other Metals in Baby Food
As parents, we do our best to make sure our kids have safe and healthy food to eat. For some parents, that may mean only buying organic. For others, it may mean buying the trusted brands we ate as kids. That is why a recent report from the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Economic…
Read MoreThe 3 Big Reasons for Tractor-Trailer Accidents
There are many reasons why a tractor-trailer is so dangerous. From the required stopping distance, blind spots, size, weight, and height, to the experience of the driver and the road conditions; a truck accident can be devastating. There are thousands of truck accidents on the roads of Arizona every year resulting in hundreds of injuries…
Read MoreGeneral Motors Jumps into Data Collection Industry
General Motors Co. announced in mid-November that it has jumped into the data collection industry with the help of its subsidiary, OnStar. The vehicle manufacturer entered into the insurance field with the hopes of securing lucrative data that is generated by cars connected to the internet and those that are autonomous. In what appears to…
Read MoreTucson Makes List of Worst Cities to Drive In
Close to 85 percent of Americans drove to work each day before the Coronavirus pandemic hit the United States. For most commuters, the trip to and from work takes more than an hour in each direction, adding more stress to already stressful lives. It has been reported that the average American spends more than 54…
Read MoreIncrease in Sexual Assaults at the University of Arizona in 2019
The University of Arizona released its Annual Security and Fire Safety Report in November and it showed an alarming increase in sexual assaults at the school in 2019. The data in the report shows that there were 14 sexual assaults in 2018. In 2019, there were 40 reports of sexual assault at the school, according…
Read MoreFatigued Trucker Facing Manslaughter Charges Following Deadly Crash on Route 85
A 62-year-old truck driver from Riverside, California is facing manslaughter and aggravated assault charges after causing a deadly crash on November 24 that killed a Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) detention deputy. The accident happened on State Route 85 in Buckeye, which is just outside of Phoenix. According to court documents, Jorge Yanez Campos was…
Read MoreWrongful Death Lawsuit Filed by Estate of Actress Naya Rivera
The estate for late actress Naya Rivera, in conjunction with her ex-husband Ryan Dorsey, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of their son. The son, 5-year-old Josey Hollis Dorsey, survived a harrowing ordeal that claimed the life of his mother in July 2020. The wrongful death lawsuit was filed on November 16 to…
Read MoreThree-Year Low for Arizona Traffic Fatalities Last Year
Arizona experienced a three-year low for traffic fatalities in 2019, according to data released in the Arizona Motor Vehicle Crash Facts Report for 2019, which is produced by the Arizona Department of Transportation. This measurement was just one of multiple categories of data that saw a decrease from 2018 to 2019. Other categories that saw…
Read MoreBurn Hazard Leads to Recall of Crock-Pot 6-Quart Express Cookers
The holiday season isn’t the best time to learn that your favorite express cooker has been recalled, especially when there’s not enough time in the day to cook the meals you are craving the most. Millions of people have been relying on express cookers to help feed their families during the Coronavirus pandemic. With children…
Read MoreCar Accidents and Road Safety During the Holidays
It’s the holiday season, which typically means increased traffic as people travel to visit their loved ones. While travel may be reduced this year because of coronavirus precautions, drivers should still be on high alert for the potential dangers while they’re on the roads. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, about 91% of all…
Read MoreParking Lot Perils and Slippery Shops: Staying Safe During the Holidays
Hanukkah starts on December 10, and Christmas follows two weeks later. With so little time before the holidays end, shoppers who may have ordered presents online could be more likely to enter brick-and-mortar stores instead for last minute items. All the hustle and bustle is good for local businesses, but it can create some dangers…
Read MoreWaymo One Offering Driverless Taxi Service in Phoenix
The future of driverless cars is here for passengers in metro Phoenix. Are you ready? Autonomous vehicle company Waymo recently announced a driverless taxi service available to the general public. Up until the coronavirus pandemic, you may have recognized Waymo’s familiar Chrysler Pacifica vans around the East Valley. Although these taxis were autonomous, they still…
Read MoreOutdoor Dining During Coronavirus: The Sidewalk Menace
In light of state and city health regulations around COVID-19, outdoor dining is more popular than ever here in Arizona. Because restaurants are restricted in how many patrons can be indoors, many businesses are staying afloat by expanding their seating areas outside. You may have noticed some of your favorite eateries now have tables on…
Read MoreMulti-State Project Underway to Improve Trucker Parking on the I-10 Corridor
Route I-10 in Arizona is a massively-traveled highway that travels east to west through the state. To the west, I-10 goes into California, through the east into New Mexico, as well as dipping into Texas. The highway’s availability to these four states makes it a perfect corridor for tractor-trailers hauling freight back and forth. I-10…
Read MoreBrachial Plexus & Cerebral Palsy: Know the Risks during Childbirth
Having a baby should be a happy experience for expectant parents. Your biggest concerns are making sure your baby enters the world safe and healthy, and that you have a solid plan for making it to the hospital when the time comes. Unfortunately, even with the healthiest of new mothers and babies, an act of…
Read MoreRead This Before Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Personal injury law covers a pretty wide range of accidents and injuries in a variety of scenarios. Most people know that they might have a claim against the person or entity that caused them harm, but it’s important to take certain factors into consideration when making the decision to pursue legal action. The information below…
Read MoreTruck Backing-Up Accidents Can Be Deadly. Can White Noise Help?
Everyone – no matter where you live here in Arizona – is familiar with that obnoxious “beep beep” sound commercial trucks and vehicles make when they’re backing up. This sound is designed to alert passers-by like pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles when a truck goes into reverse. It’s supposed to let us know we should…
Read MorePurell Sued after Claiming Its Hand Sanitizers Prevent Illness
Health experts agree hand sanitizers are effective as a backup or in tandem to washing hands as part of a regimen for killing viruses, like the flu or MRSA. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also regulates these products, preventing manufacturers of these products from claiming they prevent any specific illness or disease.…
Read MoreHow Public Nuisance Claims Work
Public nuisance is one of the oldest actions of law in the country. In legal terms, public nuisance is defined as “an unreasonable interference with a right common to the general public.” It was traditionally used as a remedy relating to the use of land, usually brought by government entities. However, over time, public nuisance…
Read MoreWhy Are Truck Accident Claims Different from Car Accident Claims?
Motor vehicle accident claims can seem like they are pretty straight forward. In general, they all work the same way. You get injured, you get better, you hire an attorney who either settles your claim or sues the responsible party, and you get on with your life. What you don’t often see is all of…
Read MoreWhere Do Most Truck Accidents Happen in Arizona?
Truck accidents can happen anywhere at any time but every state has known trouble spots where motor vehicle crashes seem to be a normal occurrence. Arizona is no different. We have many highways and backroads that lend themselves to causing injury and death on a regular basis. Some of these dangerous roadways are frequented by…
Read MoreFAQs about Arizona’s Newly Increased Insurance Policy Limits
Anyone who drives knows that insurance coverage is just part of the privilege you pay for to enjoy the freedom of car ownership. By the time you get through paying for your car payment, maintenance, gas, and insurance, it can be a tough bill to swallow each month. The Grand Canyon State isn’t making it…
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