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A 2017 report by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) outlined how there had been at least 25,000 cases of battery fires involving over 400 different types of electronic devices during the previous decade. It’s likely that number has only grown during the past seven years since that report was published, given how the…
Have you been struck and injured by a drunk motorist, or did a loved one lose their life while an intoxicated driver was at the wheel? If so, this is one of many examples of when you might be eligible to hold the bar that served the person who caused the crash liable in addition…
As someone who has endured a lithium battery fire, you’re well aware that these incidents not only leave behind physical injuries like burns and residual physical pain and disfigurement but also bring to the forefront a whole host of mental health concerns. Below, we’ll share details about the most commonly reported emotional trauma that occurs…
So, you had a car crash along NC Hwy 86, 57, along I-40 or I-85, on South Churton Street, or elsewhere in and around Hillsborough. Now, not only are you left with a severely damaged vehicle on your hands, but even worse, you’ve suffered serious injuries that you’re going to need extensive treatment for in…
The use of lithium batteries, although there are many different types, depending on whether they’re being used in a smartphone or vehicle, has soared in recent years as government regulators have urged environmentalists and scientists to identify more sustainable forms of electricity. The uptick in the use of these battery-powered products has made an impact…
Many of us get behind the wheel of our car without thinking twice about it. However, we should. The most recent report published by the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles, its North Carolina 2021 Traffic Crash Facts report, highlights how our state saw 276,026 auto accidents that year. Of those, 74,639 resulted in injuries…
From smartphones to power tools, smart watches, and fitness tracking devices to e-cigarettes, laptops to e-readers, laptops, small appliances, digital cameras, power tools, and kids’ toys, these are just some of the many consumer products that feature lithium-ion batteries, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. We list out all these items that come equipped…
The statistics surrounding drunk driving accidents are staggering. At least 30% of all auto accidents can be blamed on alcohol intoxication, and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this same factor resulted in at least 13,384 fatalities on American roadways in 2021. These collisions are completely preventable if people would not drink…
There are many positive reasons to take a motorbike out for a ride. In the spring and summer, you may do so to enjoy the warm air flowing through your hair, and in the fall, you may take your cruiser motorcycle for a spin to take in the changing colors of the leaves. Recreation aside,…
Determining liability is necessary if you were hurt in a crash with a tractor-trailer and you plan to request compensation for your injuries. While many parties can be held liable following a truck-involved collision, fleet companies are one of the more common defendants listed in lawsuits. If you’re curious about how attorneys go about investigating…