Month: April 2014

According to just released internal documents from General Motors, the design for the replacement ignition switch being installed on recalled vehicles was originally rejected in 2001 in favor of the faulty ignition switch.

Faulty GM Ignition Switch Design Allegedly Chosen on Cost

According to just released internal documents from General Motors, the design for the replacement ignition switch being installed on recalled vehicles was originally rejected in 2001 in favor of the faulty ignition switch. Consumer advocates from the Center for Auto...

When Does Harassment Become Workplace Discrimination?

When your boss treats you badly or unfairly, you may wonder if the treatment qualifies as discrimination and what your rights are. Not all unfair treatment is discrimination, but getting a legal opinion can dispel any confusion you may have. If you believe you are...

Safety Guidelines in Spotlight after Bus Crash

After the tragic bus crash that killed 10 last Thursday, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is reevaluating safety standards on bus design, truck design, and highway design. The NTSB is gathering evidence at the site of the crash, interviewing witnesses,...

Animal Owners Responsible for Injuries Caused by Dog Bites

Dog bites are more common and far more severe than most people realize. In the United States, a person is treated for dog bites every 40 seconds. Although this is a shocking statistic, it still doesn’t take into account that only about one quarter of dog bites are...

10 Killed, Dozens Injured in Fiery Bus/Truck Collision

A FedEx truck crossed a grass median on Interstate 5 and crashed into a charter bus carrying Los Angeles high school students with plans to tour Humboldt State University on Thursday, April 10th. Both drivers, three chaperones, and five students were killed in the...