Inspired by the Ignition Switch Defect, Lara’s Law Passes
Hearing that a law intended to address defective vehicles that you have poured your heart and soul into following the death of your child due to an auto defect would typically be a time for quiet reflection or even a mild celebration. However, the parents of Lara Gass are anything but pleased with the bill’s […]
Products Liability Lawsuit Preparation Begins Long Before The Lawsuit Is Filed
Product liability lawyers often tout their skills and abilities at trial and when negotiating with the insurance company. These are certainly important parts of a comprehensive handling of a defective products case that results in catastrophic injury or wrongful death. However, these aspects alone, will not adequately protect the case of an injury victim. Furthermore, […]
PA Supreme Court to Determine if Jury Should Evaluate Product Danger Under Tincher Standard
At The Reiff Law Firm our Philadelphia product liability lawyers are proud to fight for Pennsylvanians and Philadelphians who have suffered serious, life-altering injuries due to defective products. Our product liability attorneys are proud and honored to have represented individuals in an array of matters including defectively manufactured products, defectively designed products, unreasonably dangerous products, and […]
Gaps in National Doppler Radar Coverage Exacerbate the Risk of Truck Accidents Due to Severe Weather
Any individual from a near-novice driver to an experienced professional CDL driver understands that poor weather conditions can greatly increase the risk of a severe truck accident. Weather-related risks can include large snow and ice storms. However, most drivers are aware of the threat and risk posed by a major storm and can therefore work […]
Do Insurance Companies and Medical Examiners Have Your Best Interests at Heart?
On this blog, we frequently discuss how after a serious, life-altering injury the victim of an accident feels that he or she may be able to work with the other insurance company. Unfortunately, the insurance company for the other driver or company that manufactured an inherently dangerous and defective product typically does not have your […]
Even Small Bumps and Bruises to the Head Can Result in Significant Brain Injuries
People generally understand that violent impacts to the head, skull, and neck can result in severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Likewise, people also recognize that a blow to the head that results in a loss of consciousness often signifies that a serious injury has occurred and that emergency treatment should be sought. Similarly, an impact […]
When Can the Truck Driver Sue for a 18-Wheeler Accident?
In some commercial trucking accidents, the driver is not the one to blame – he or she is another victim of the trucking industry. Driving a truck is difficult work, with long hours and a high risk of injury if you are involved in a crash. Truck drivers haul heavy and sometimes hazardous cargo. They’re […]
The Most Deadly Trucking Routes in the United States
Truck drivers take their jobs seriously and endeavor to get to their destination both quickly and safely. But the nature of trucking means that a momentary lapse of concentration can have fatal consequences.
Despite GM Recall & Ignition Switch Repairs Cars Are Still Stalling
The GM ignition switch defect was permitted to linger uncorrected for more than a decade. During the time, the problem grew from one that affected, perhaps, a single vehicle line to one of the largest recalls in the history of the U.S. automotive industry. The recall resulted in millions of defective vehicle and, tragically, 124 […]
What to Do if Furniture Tips Over and Injures Your Child
Many parents engage in careful planning to child-proof their home and protect their son or daughter from the many hazards a young child or toddler might find. For instance, parents may lock cabinets to prevent young ones from being trapped inside or being injured by the products inside. Parents may also cover electrical outlets, and […]
