As we have reported recently several times in our blog, there have been more than 14 million vehicles containing Takata airbags recalled from 11 automakers. The airbag recall has occurred because they allegedly open with too much force and spray occupants with shrapnel. In the U.S., some of the recalls have been limited to geographical...
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DUI Accidents: Can I Hold an Impaired Driver Liable?
If you are injured or your loved one is killed in a drunk driving accident, you need to contact our personal injury attorneys as soon as possible. Keep in mind, driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) are not only criminal offenses—drivers who operate...
Read MoreAttorney Kelly Fisher Active in Community Projects
The attorneys at Koonz, McKenney, Johnson & DePaolis L.L.P. are very proud to announce that associate Kelly Fisher recently agreed to co-chair the 2015 Food from the Bar Campaign. Fisher, a personal injury attorney, represents victims of
Read MoreAre Bike Sharing Programs Leading to More Head Injuries?
Did you know that more than two-thirds of cyclists killed in bicycle accidents in the U.S. over the last year were not wearing helmets at the time of their crash? This alarming statistic comes on the heels of a study conducted by Washington State University that found that...
Read MoreHas a Stryker Hip Implant Injured You? Settlement Reached
http://youtu.be/uuxfF_bZZXQ Unfortunately, for victims of defective medical products, the injuries and pain associated with a device can be tremendous. In addition to suffering, if the defective device is a joint implant, it can require costly surgery to correct, on top of rehabilitation and therapy. If you have been victimized by
Read MoreAre Distracted Driving Citations Increasing in Washington D.C.?
http://youtu.be/cM38U4jU2zs If you watch the video above, our attorneys will discuss the dangers associated with distracted driving. According to a study done by the University of Utah, someone using a cellular phone to check email, text or talk, is just as dangerous behind the wheel as an intoxicated person is. Scarily, even though many drivers know the...
Read MoreWrongful Death: How Does a Devastated Family Move Forward with a Lawsuit?
As we reported on Monday, if your loved one is killed in a vehicle accident involving a reckless driver, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Each year, more than 30,000 Americans are killed in
Read MoreAre Bicycle Accidents Increasing in the U.S.?
Unfortunately, the number of fatal bicycle accidents in the U.S. appears to be on the rise, according to a study conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association. The Washington Post, using data provided by the association,...
Read MoreTakata Airbag Recall: Contact Us Immediately If You Have Been Injured
On Wednesday, we discussed the Takata airbag recall affecting Toyota and Honda vehicles, and personal injury cases linked to the reported defects. The airbags allegedly could open with too much force and spray occupants with metal shrapnel. The recall recently affected more than 247,000 vehicles, including 2002-05 Lexus SCs and the Toyota Corolla, Matrix, Sequoia...
Read MoreAirbag Recall: Is My Vehicle Safe?
In our next set of blogs, we are going to discuss the recall crisis affecting Takata-made air bags in older Toyota and Honda cars. On Friday, we will blog about a disturbing story involving a woman who was allegedly killed by a defective airbag following a crash, even though authorities believed she was stabbed. First, if...
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