The District of Columbia is considering proposals to increase the safety of bicyclists. Legislation has been introduced to assess point on a motorist’s driving record for bicycle-related traffic infractions while also making it easier for bicyclists to move through intersections. The legislation recognizes the growing ridership by bikers, and the increased number of collisions...
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Our Washington DC Injury Lawyers Talk About Cerebral Palsy Treatment Options
Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition that permanently affects muscle function and fine motor skills and often involves cognitive and linguistic impairments and developmental delays. Causes include birth injuries, genetic factors, infections, brain injury, Reye’s syndrome, and toxic chemical...
Read MoreOur Washington DC Injury Attorneys Discuss Asbestos Risks in the Automotive Industry
Asbestos exposure has been linked to mesothelioma, lung cancer, throat cancer, and other serious illnesses. Workers in certain occupations, including the following, continue to be at increased risk of developing an asbestos disease: Auto mechanics Aircraft mechanics Railroad workers ...
Read MoreIs that the Pearly Gates I See?
Last time, we discussed fines as a deterrent (or lack thereof) for reckless driving. But are there other penalties that could be enforced? In today’s economy, Americans have been forced to cut back in all areas of their spending; this includes insurance costs. One consequence to poor driving is adding points...
Read MoreWashington DC Personal Injury Attorneys Discuss Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury
When a sudden blow to the head disrupts normal brain functioning, the victim has a traumatic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries range from mild to severe and can result in permanent impairments. TBI victims may experience memory problems, behavioral and mood changes, sensory problems, and difficulty...
Read MoreIt’s Cheap to Drive Badly
The drivers with the lead foot I referenced in my last post seem to come with no serious threat of repercussions. Specifically, the average penalty for most driving offenses is $25 or $50. Compared with the fine amounts for parking in a handicapped space ($250) or covering tags ($500), it is obvious that DC...
Read MoreA Look at Child Passenger Safety
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identifies motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of death for children ages one to 12. In 2009, 1,314 children ages 14 and under died in car accidents in the United States, and approximately 179,000 others were injured. One of the...
Read MoreWhy Defective Tires Are Dangerous
Prior to the introduction of tire pressure monitoring systems, flat tires and blowouts caused an estimated 414 deaths, 10,275 non-fatal injuries, and 78,392 transportation accidents each year in the United States, according to a 2003 report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In an effort to reduce the number of tire-related
Read MoreFOIA: An Untapped Resource
In a previous post, there was a mention related to the unanswered service requests that the DC Government receives in regards to cases that have been filed. One request and notification was in reference to trees along the 3200 block of Adams Mill Road NW. Our office obtained these specifics through FOIA, which is...
Read MoreProducts Liability in the Automotive Industry
As consumers, we expect the products we buy to undergo rigorous testing, to be constructed with quality materials, and to be designed with the utmost safety in mind. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. All too often, products enter the marketplace with design and manufacturing defects that pose serious risks to consumers.
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