Did you know that the District of Columbia offers a safety seat program for the parents of young children? For information about Project Safe-Child, you can visit the District Department of Transportation site by clicking here. The program allows DC parents to purchase infant, toddler and booster...
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Metro Smoke Incident: Did Subway Ventilation Systems Work?
Updating a blog post we brought you recently, a report provided to Congress showed that the ventilation fans in the smoke incident near L’Enfant Plaza on January 12 were not working properly at the time of the event, actually pulling smoke into train cars. According to CBS News, officials...
Read MoreHow Can I Avoid a Crash After an Emergency Roadside Stop?
Have you ever experienced a flat tire on the interstate or a mechanical issue that has caused you to move your vehicle to the side of the road? If you experience a mechanical problem or emergency that causes you to pull over on a...
Read MorePedestrian Accidents: What Are the Busiest Intersections in D.C.?
As we reported in our blog last week, the D.C. metro area has one of the worst pedestrian accident rates in the country, experiencing about one death per week. Sadly, D.C. had a higher rate of pedestrian deaths per 100,000 residents between 2003 and 2010 than all but two states in the country.
Read MoreAirbag Recall: Have More Vehicle Models Experienced Issues?
The previous year was not the best for vehicle manufacturers and 2015 has gotten off to a poor start when it comes to recalls. As we have reported in previous blogs, several manufacturers have recalled millions of vehicles over airbag defects. The defective Takata airbags can allegedly open with...
Read MoreMetro Smoke Incident: Have Injury Lawsuits Been Filed?
If you have been following our blog, you may be aware that there was a smoke incident near L’Enfant Plaza on January 12, resulting in dozens of injuries and the death of one person. Metro officials have provided very little detail about what occurred during the incident, although preliminary...
Read MoreWho is Liable for a School Bus Accident?
Have you ever wondered who is held liable when a school bus accident occurs? It really depends on the outcome of an investigation and local laws. Keep in mind, if a negligent bus driver causes an accident and someone is injured...
Read MoreHow Many Pedestrians Are Killed Each Week in D.C.?
As we reported in Monday’s blog, pedestrian accidents are a serious issue in Washington D.C. The district had a higher rate of pedestrian deaths per 100,000 residents between 2003 and 2010 than all but two states in the country. With this in mind, WTOP-TV recently reported that 52...
Read MoreDoes D.C. Offer a School Crossing Guard Program?
Have you ever wanted to make a difference in your community by making it safer? Are you aware of a few busy intersections in your neighborhood that may require school guards? If so, you may want to check out the District Department of Transportation’s (DDOT) School Crossing Guard Program. The program helps students who are...
Read MoreShould I Seek Damages for a Spinal Cord Injury?
Did you know that spinal cord injuries are incredibly expensive for victims? According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the cost of living with a spinal cord injury varies greatly depending on the severity of the injury and the age of the victim. For...
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