Recently and ever increasingly civil jury decisions have been overturned in Texas and across the country and steps have been taken by lawmakers to restrict access to courts in civil matters. One of the most important components of our American society is the ability for a jury of our peers to decide disputes between parties. [...]
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported today that Toro has recalled the Toro Power Clear Snow blower and the Toro 20 inch recycler mower. According to the CPSC website there were approximately 18,000 snow blowers recalled in the US and 6000 lawnmowers. The hazard was described as a carburetor that can develop fuel leaks and [...]
Every week should be fire safety month – because fires begin in the home year round. While fire officials offer a series of training sessions and educational materials during Fire Safety Week – their message is always a valuable one. Perhaps the most important advice they offer (besides installing smoke detector devices and keeping fresh [...]
Perhaps one of the most valuable agencies in all of the federal government is the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration or NHTSA – established in 1970. The organization is part of the larger Transportation Department and their mission is simple – “save lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes”. Their responsibilities are actually quite diverse and [...]
It might sound kind of funny but heated car seats are burning folks. And if you are one of the car seat burn victims it’s not a funny story. Some car manufacturers are selling cars with heated seats as a “luxury” item and a lot of people are buying those cars. Unfortunately, for paraplegics and [...]
In Houston, Texas today a police officer rescued a victim from a burning car and was burned as a result. According to reports, the car fire accident happened on Highway 59 in Houston. The officer reportedly saw and SUV and a Cadillac collide on the highway and catch fire. In rescuing a victim the officer [...]
News reports indicate that Toyota will issue a recall affecting approximately 245,000 Lexus vehicles. The stock prices for Toyota apparently fell following news of a potential recall. Fuel system recalls are particularly significant because of the consequences that can occur if fuel catches on fire. All of us have heard of the cases in the [...]
Houston leads the nation in fatal drunk driving accidents. It is a dubious distinction and one that Houston officials are trying hard to rectify. While criminal prosecutions are on the upswing from drunk driving arrests, many times for the victim the only real justice is the civil lawsuit, knowing someone is in jail does not [...]
Burn injuries are some of the most painful for persons to endure. Whether they’re caused in a car accident or through the negligence of someone – the person who has been burned will likely have a lengthy recovery and rehabilitation period. Consider the following information about burns from car accidents. Few people stop to realize [...]
Safety regulators have issued citations in connection with the investigation of the safety practices of two Houston companies. The safety violation allegation by OSHA is part of an enhanced effort by OSHA to protect workers. One of the safety violation allegations was related to failing to provide adequate breathing protection for workers, according to reports. [...]
