The Biggest Automotive Defect Recall Scandals
The recent news of the Volkswagen “Diesel-gate” cover-up sent another shockwave through the auto industry. The Volkswagen scandal is a culmination of the efforts and practices the company began or continued to engage in when it set the goal of surpassing Toyota as the world’s number one automaker. Volkswagen did, indeed, announced that it had […]
Can I Sue After an Aggressive Driving or Road Rage Incident in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is a diverse state. In the areas where major cities like Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh are located the roads are often filled with a high volume of vehicles all jockeying for position and trying to reach their destination. However, if you were to head out to the more rural parts of the state, you […]
Are Bicycle Accidents and Injuries Common in Pennsylvania?
As generations change, so do decisions regarding a large variety of personal and consumer preferences. Whereas the suburbs were part of the quintessential American dream for more than half a century, a changing economy and changing preferences has created a renewed interest in car-free urban living. Cities across the nation have begun experiencing something of […]
Who Regulates Zip Line Rides? Recent Zip Line Deaths Raise Question About Zip Line Safety
Ziplines are marketed as providing a safe, but enjoyable way to have fun in the great outdoors. Whether they are marketed as a standalone attraction or as part of a challenge course, summer camp, corporate retreat, or other team-building exercises, the zip line is unequivocally presented as a safe activity. However, the truth regarding zip […]
Insurance Adjusters Who Fail to Act in Good Faith May Face Personal Liability
In the early days of the consumer economy legal notions regarding the relationship between consumers and product manufacturers largely insulated the manufacture from most product liability actions – even when the result was foreseeable or likely. Potential personal injury lawsuits in this era were largely guided by and characterized by the concept of privity of […]
NTSB Report in Fatal Bus-Truck Crash Identifies Problem in Commercial Bus Flammability Standards
Commuters, students, and people simply looking to travel from point A to point B may have a wealth of available transportation options. Others may be limited to relatively few choices. However, for most Americans looking for some form of mass transit, at least motor coach service via public or private bus is available. Commercial buses, […]
How Dangerous are Barbecue Grill Propane Tanks?
A backyard barbecue is a safe and enjoyable way for families, friends, co-workers and others to spend time together while enjoying great summer food and weather. In the past, however, party hosts would have to deal not only with the difficulties that charcoal can resent in starting a fire, but also the clean-up of burned […]
NJ.com Reveals the Most Dangerous New Jersey Amusement Parks
When a family, teen, or friends set out for a day of fun and sun at a theme park or amusement park, they expect to be protected from known risks and dangers that are present at the park. Park-goers rely on the actions of regulators and park employees to identify and correct issues before they […]
Ford Recalls More Than 430,000 Vehicles Due to Software Defect
2014 may have been the year of the automotive recall after the Takata airbag recall and GM ignition defect saw a record number of vehicles recalled. In fact, the record was smashed as early as October of last year. By year’s end, nearly 64 million defective vehicles had been recalled across 803 recall campaigns. This […]
Beware of Improperly Maintained Pools at Hotels When on your Family Vacation
Summer weather means that families throughout the United States will set out on summer trips to fairs, carnivals, amusement parks, and other family-friendly destinations. Many of those vacationers may decide on an attraction located somewhere in Pennsylvania as their destination. Regardless of where you decide to visit, you will undoubtedly need somewhere to stay. Usually, […]
