2012 February Archive

A new study conducted by the Highway Loss Data Institute suggests that laws banning handheld cell phone use or texting while driving may not considerably decrease the risk of traffic accidents, according to Cnet.com. Experts instead suggest dealing with the problem of distracted drivers in general. The research for the study was collected in New York, California, Connecticut, Washington, D.C., and other neighboring [...]

If you have been stopped by a police officer on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey, it is important to understand that the process of gathering evidence against you begins the very second you are stopped. In fact, it may begin even before that. Anything you do or say during the New Jersey DWI traffic stop can be used against you in court. In addition, items that are found in your vehicle suc [...]

Being arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) in Maryland is a very serious and potentially life changing occurrence. Because there are so many ramifications for someone facing DUI charges, it is important to understand what occurs during a DUI arrest. If police make mistakes or violate an arrestee’s rights, then it is possible that an experienced DUI defense attorney can have the c [...]

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that millions of electric toothbrushes that have been heavily marketed to children, may cause serious face and mouth injuries. Although the brand names vary, they are all called “Spinbrush.” The FDA has received reports of serious injuries resulting when the brush head has either popped off or broken off in the user’s mouth or near the face. Because of the hi [...]

To be recognized for a ranking that is only given to less than 1% of professionals is a great honor that doesn’t come without years of tireless and committed work. Medical Malpractice Lawyers has included Philip Russotti of the New York personal injury law firm of Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin among the Top 1% Trial Counsel for Medical Malpractice Plaintiff Attorneys in 2012 for New York. MedicalMalp [...]

As Arizona rollover accident lawyers, we were surprised to hear about the many events that took place before one man’s death on February 14 in Tucson. According to KVOA News, a 28-year-old man was involved in an accident with two other vehicles while at a drive-thru near 12th Avenue and West Lerdo Road at about 11:15 p.m. He first rear-ended one vehicle and then backed into the front of another before fleeing the [...]

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is recalling 40,915 tires as the result of a tread defect which can cause partial tire tread separation. This can cause damage to the vehicle and/or lead to tire failure, which can in turn cause a serious car accident. The Tires The tires affected by this recall were manufactured from the 9th week of 2009 thr [...]

Tweet A new study by Canadian researchers reported on by USNews.com has found that those who choose to drive within three hours after using marijuana are at double the risk of being involved in a car accident. According to the study by researchers at Dalhousie University in Halifax, the risk of driving under the influence of marijuana is only slightly less dangerous than drivin [...]

A 49-year-old man was charged with driving while intoxicated after a traffic accident in Barnegat. According to a news report in The Asbury Park Press, the crash occurred outside a former A & P supermarket plaza. The driver of the vehicle that was hit, a 19-year-old local resident, reported to police that a tan Mercury Grand Marquis had hit her vehicle and driven away from the scene. The woman also provided pol [...]

As Tucson bicycle accident lawyers, we hope everyone had a great time at the 13th annual Kona Bike’s 24 Hours race. The race took place in the Old Pueblo at Willow Springs Ranch this past weekend. The race mostly took place over a 16.1 mile Sonoran Desert course. The riders raced for 24 continuous hours. More Information about Tucson Bicycle Accidents Tucson bicycle accidents can be caused by drivers who [...]