There are many examples of product defects that can cause serious injury. For example, sometimes chemicals (such as roundup weed killer) can have unintended consequences – such as causing prostate cancer. These products work exactly as designed, and the defect that...
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Why do construction workers suffer so many TBIs?
According to the Mayo Clinic, falls represent the number one reason why people suffer traumatic brain injuries. Consequently, construction workers like you face an increased risk of sustaining one. Think about it. How many of your construction tasks require you to...
Who is legally responsible for a trucking accident?
It is nearly impossible to drive anywhere in California without seeing at least one tractor-trailer. After all, the modern economy requires fast delivery of goods to consumers and businesses across the country. Still, a collision with a semi-truck is likely to leave...
Long-haul trucking among unhealthiest occupations, study says
Long-haul truckers, those who make runs that last at least overnight, play a vital role in California's booming economy, as they deliver goods to businesses and individuals across the state. Consequently, it is nearly impossible to drive in the Encinitas area without...
What do you know about pain management medications?
After getting into a rideshare accident, you suffered several injuries that leave you in constant pain. You want to talk to your doctor about pain management medication, but you may feel overwhelmed by your options. Mayo Clinic describes various medications designed...
The link between air brakes and semi-truck fires
Most commercial trucks on the road across California and the rest of the nation contain air brake systems, which rely on a steady stream of compressed air to keep them working properly. Air brakes are particularly common on larger, heavier trucks. Yet, there are...
Why do drivers hit bicyclists so often?
Bicyclists often suffer from a higher rate of severe injury than any other type of driver on the road. On top of that, bicyclists often seem to end up struck by the drivers of covered vehicles quite often. Why exactly do drivers tend to hit bicyclists? Can anyone do...
6 ways that a bicyclist may stay safe on California roads
Bicyclists understand the joy of two-wheeled transportation along with the health benefits. But they also know about the dangers they face from motor vehicle drivers. A driver mistake can lead to a serious injury or even a fatality to bicyclists. According to the...
Positive trucker drug tests up 13% nationwide
When the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration saw a growing problem of substance abuse among commercial truckers, it created a Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. The clearinghouse is a national database that logs truck drivers with drug or alcohol infractions. It...
How do third-party claims help injured job site workers?
The good news is that California work fatalities have largely declined over the past couple decades. According to data from the Department of Industrial Relations, work fatalities have mostly declined since 1999. The bad news for construction workers, subcontractors,...