Product Liability
Wrongful Death Attorneys in Asheville
What to Look for…
The Devastating Impact of a Wrongful Death Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or unintentional actions is a heart-wrenching experience. The emotional and financial toll it takes on families is unimaginable. But did you know that the deceased’s estate has the right to seek compensation for such a tragic loss? Understanding Your…
Read MoreCan Tire Defects Contribute to Serious Auto Accidents?
The Hidden Risks of Tire Defects Tire defects are a common cause of tire blowouts and can contribute to dangerous auto accidents. Tire defects, often resulting from manufacturing or design flaws, are a prevalent cause of tire blowouts. These defects can lead to tread separation prematurely, much before the tire reaches the end of its…
Read More“Do I have a Defective Product Liability Case?”
“If you have been injured or hurt because of a bad product, you may have a defective product liability claim” Product liability law dictates the liability of manufacturers for injuries that result from defective and unreasonably dangerous products. This area of the law covers a broad range of products including automobiles, building materials, industrial machinery…
Read More16 Most Common Causes of Trucking Accidents
Truck vs. auto accidents are considered more dangerous than the typical car crash due to the truck’s incredible weight and size. A typical passenger vehicle usually weighs about 4,000 pounds on average while a truck (an 18-wheeler in particular) weighs up to about 80,000 pounds. Therefore, it’s easier to realize why truck accidents are…
Read MoreBalancing the Scales and the Golden Rule [Personal Injury Cases]
Balancing the Scales Fairly in Your Personal Injury Case In court rooms across America you will often find a picture or a statute of the Lady of Justice, a blindfolded woman holding a sword and balance scales. The blindfold represents the impartiality and objectivity of the law. The law does not let outside factors, such…
Read MoreBreach of Warranty & Product Liability Under NC Law
A warranty is an express or implied representation of fact that is upheld by law against the person or organization who offered it… Product liability law addresses three kinds of warranties on the basis of a product’s quality or usability which in their most simple form are: Express warranty: an explicit representation by a merchant…
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Personal Injury Trial vs Settlement
(Pros & Cons)
Settlement vs Trial in Personal Injury Cases? According to an article in the Law Dictionary … 95 percent of personal injury cases end in a pre-trial settlement, meaning that only 5 percent of personal injury cases go to a jury trial. In fact, most personal injury lawyers will spend their pre-trial time preparing a case…
Read MoreWhat Causes Trucking Accidents?
The Top Causes of Big Rig Trucking Accidents Trucking accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, including death. In fact, in 2018 alone more than 4,000 people died in motor vehicle accidents involving large trucks. On average that’s more than 10 people a day. Accidents involving large trucks like 18 wheelers, semi-trucks, tractor trailers, and other…
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Losing Consciousness After a Head Injury?
(Traumatic Brain Injuries)
Experienced Unconsciousness After a Serious Head Injury? Unconsciousness is when someone appears to be asleep and suddenly becomes unable to respond to stimuli. The length of time someone is unconscious can vary from a few seconds, like when someone faints, or for long periods of time. If someone is unconscious, they may stop breathing or…
Read MoreConstruction Worker Injuries and Fatalities – Causes and Prevention
Construction Injuries and Fatalities – Common Causes The risk of personal injury is quite high on construction sites, where sometimes dangerous industrial trucks, power tools and scaffolding can be found. Many accidents resulting in personal injury are caused by negligence, improper use of tools, poor planning, and failure to use protective equipment. And, many of…
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