In the aftermath of continuing safety concerns with the Megabus, the coach line out of Chicago offering cheap fares to more than a hundred cities, federal investigators have been forced to take a close look at the company's operations. It's also important to understand that, from a legal perspective, the owners and operators of the Megabus have a greater duty to take measures to ensure the safety of passengers than does an ordinary citizen. Under the law, the Megabus (and all other buses, … [Read more...]
Seasons Greetings and Happy New Year from Aronberg & Kouser
December 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Federal Limits on Truckers’ Hours on the Road
December 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Under many state and federal laws, an over-the-road trucker can carry a load weighing as much as 80,000 pounds. Compare that to the weight of an average automobile—now around 4,000 pounds—and it's pretty obvious where the most damage will be done if a commercial truck collides with a car. Recognizing the serious risks that semis, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers and big rigs can pose, state and federal legislators have placed strict regulations on truckers and the companies for whom they haul … [Read more...]
Teen Drivers and Car Accidents in New Jersey
December 21, 2015 by Leave a Comment
According to a study conducted by the state of New Jersey, motor vehicle accidents are the primary cause of death for people between the ages of 16 and 20 in the state. In the years the study was conducted (2009-2010), nearly 80 teens died as drivers or passengers in car crashes. In 2009 alone, there were almost 48,000 collisions involving teens. Authorities say that the most common cause of teen motor vehicle accidents is distracted driving, with the use of handheld devices a leading factor. … [Read more...]
Common Medical Negligence Myths
December 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
When you have sought medical treatment for an injury or illness, your expectation is that, at a minimum, you won't get worse because of medical carelessness or negligence. But it happens a lot, contrary to what insurance companies will try to tell you. In fact, many of the arguments that insurers make about medical malpractice or negligence suits are simply without merit. Here are some of the most frequent: Medical malpractice claims are causing doctors to stop practicing medicine—A recent … [Read more...]
New Jersey Hospitals and Medication Errors
December 7, 2015 by Leave a Comment
One of the serious risks that come with hospitalization is tied to the medication you receive while there. If you get too much or too little, you get it at the wrong time, or—worst case scenario, you get either the wrong drug or no drug at all—it can have a dramatic impact on your health and your recovery. According to a recent study, nearly four million people every year are victims of medication errors in the nation's hospitals. In response, many hospitals have implemented a system called … [Read more...]
The Trek Bicycle Quick Lever Release Recall
November 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Earlier this year, Trek Bicycle Corporation, out of Waterloo, Wisconsin, issued a safety recall notice for a number of its bicycles. The recall affects all bikes equipped with disc brakes and a front quick release lever, if that lever can be opened wider than 180 degrees. According to the safety recall notice prepared by Trek, if the quick release is left open or is not properly adjusted, the lever can catch in the front disc brake. If that happens, the front wheel may fall off or the brake can … [Read more...]
