Construction workers in California are no doubt aware that they belong to one of the deadliest industries in the nation. Employers, for their part, should consider a few steps toward a safer construction site: planning, risk management, prudent scheduling and staffing...
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Month: July 2020
Self-driving vehicles not advanced enough to avoid most crashes
Anyone injured in a serious car accident here in Pasadena, California, can have a chance at recovering damages, provided that he or she did not share most of the blame. Perhaps this is your situation right now. Perhaps there is some question, too, of whether the...
Common causes of truck accidents
Because of their larger sizes and heavier weights, truck accidents can be particularly dangerous. While a typical vehicle weighs around 4,000 pounds, a commercial truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Drivers in California and other parts of the United States who are...
Driver safety systems reduce accidents
When you are buying a vehicle in California, you are faced with a choice of whether to opt for advanced safety features. These can make your driving experience safer and reduce the chance that you are in a crash. However, they will add to the cost of a car and make it...
The elements of legal malpractice
Attorneys in California and elsewhere have an ethical duty to protect their client's interests. If your attorney fails to live up to his or her obligations, it may be possible to file a legal malpractice case. Take a look at some of the elements that you'll likely...
Ikea criticized for selling dangerous dressers
Tip-over accidents kill or injure hundreds of children each year in California and around the country, and a worrying amount of these tragic incidents involve dressers made by Ikea. The Swedish furniture giant has paid at least $96 million to settle lawsuits brought...