Wrongful Death
The Issue Behind the Not So “Smart Key”
Dangers of Smart keys The new fancy addition to new vehicles is now posing a threat to its drivers. The keyless entry vehicles with smart key technology are making it difficult for drivers to know whether their vehicle is shut off or not. In 2010, a 29-year-old woman, Chastity Glisson, died in house from carbon monoxide poisoning.…
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That GM Loaner May Not be Safer
Sean Kane – Safety Research and Strategies Inc. Last week, General Motors attempted to pour oil on its troubled waters with an offer of free loaner cars for consumers awaiting a fix for the wandering ignition defect that is linked to at least 13 deaths. But, Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety (CARS) says that a loaner…
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NHTSA Announces a Timeliness Query Investigation Regarding GM’s Delayed Recall
NHTSA announces investigation On February 19, 2014, Lance Cooper submitted a Timeliness Query to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) about General Motors’ prior injury disclosures to that agency about certain GM ignition switches. On February 26, 2014, NHTSA announced that it was going to open an investigation. Cooper and others have alleged…
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Melton Family Commends NHTSA Probe into GM Cobalt Recall
News Release Melton Family Commends NHTSA Probe into GM Cobalt Recall February 27, 2014. ATLANTA, GEORGIA (February 27, 2014- Ken and Beth Melton, parents of a 29-year-old Georgia woman who died in crash linked to an ignition switch defect, praised the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for opening a Timeliness Query into General Motors’ recall…
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Would you quit texting and driving if it could land you in jail?
Texting and Driving = Jail Time You’ve seen the commercials, watched the news, and seen the billboards. You know not to text and drive. According to statistics, these efforts are not stopping most people. Although the dangers may not be obvious or important to you, texting and driving could end up putting you in jail.…
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Why Lawsuits Matter to Safety – GM Recall was 9 years and 6 deaths too late
Why Lawsuits Matter to Safety Many people only associate lawsuits with negative feelings, but lawsuits can be vital to your safety. Why is the Ford Pinto no longer available? Lawsuits. What improved the protection of your airbags and seat belts? Lawsuits. What changed the way your baby’s crib was manufactured to prevent deaths? Lawsuits. A…
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Luxury vehicles score low on new safety test
Luxury vehicle safety Although the new luxury model has all the bells and whistles and has a reputation for being the best on the market, it may not be the safest. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reported that in 2012 only 3 out of 11 midsize luxury cars scored a “good” rating on…
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Super Bowl XLVII Safety
Super Bowl Safety As Super Bowl Sunday approaches and you start to plan your parties and events to watch the game, there are a few things to keep in mind. Thousands of people will gather in homes, bars, and restaurants to celebrate and watch the game, and then those people will all drive home. According…
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The Growing Epidemic of Prescription Painkiller Abuse
Prescription Painkiller Abuse Meet Karen, a 40-year-old mother who has had back pain for several years. Karen went to her primary physician and was prescribed a generic version of Vicodin. After taking the Vicodin for a few weeks the pain returned and Karen ended up at several pain specialists who gave her different forms and…
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Featured Clients: Y.G. and Toby George
There are some people who firmly live out their beliefs in giving back to the community. Our client and friend, Toby George, is one of them. Although we met Toby as a result of the tragic death of her brother, Victor Sims, it was an honor to represent her and her family. Toby and Victor…
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