Even a well-designed product can have defects that have the potential to harm consumers.  A product defect can be the result of improper manufacturing that departs from the intended design for that product.  When a manufacturing defect such as contaminated prescription drugs or a faulty metal hip replacement causes injuries to consumers, the manufacturer can...

When you hear the word “catastrophic” you know it must be something serious.  Generally speaking, a catastrophic injury is an injury so severe that it leads to either a long-term medical condition, a permanent disability or shorter life expectancy.  There are various different types of catastrophic injuries commonly associated with personal injury claims.  One example...

If you have been injured while using a product that you purchased, you may have a product liability claim.  These types of injuries are not uncommon, as thousands of consumers are injured each year from using a defective product.  There are three basic types of defective product cases: manufacturing defects, design defects and failure to...

Personal injury claims are generally based on someone else’s negligence.  In other words, you are injured because someone else acted negligently and caused you to be injured in some way.  If you can prove your claim, that is – prove that the other person was negligent and caused your injury, then you may be entitled...

The unfortunate reality is that hit-and-run accidents are more common than you think.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of fatal hit-and-run crashes is increasing from 1,274 in 2009 to 1,449 in 2011.  Most, if not all, states have statutes that make leaving the scene of an accident a crime, with...

If you or someone you know has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of someone else, getting your case resolved is probably the top priority.  The sooner everything can get back to normal, the sooner you can move on.  But, how long will that take?  While your personal injury attorney cannot make any...

A simple walk through your neighborhood could be dangerous if the sidewalks are not well-maintained.  Time and the elements inevitably take their toll on the sidewalks, resulting in cracks in the pavement.  Over time, tree roots may also start to break through the concrete leaving a dangerous condition. So, what happens if you trip on...