Dangers of Augmented Reality Video Games Pokémon Go, an augmented reality game, was released unto the wild July 6th, 2016 and may have already passed Twitter in the number of users. A staggering statistic that Ni-antic, its creators, and the Pokémon Company must be ecstatic about. The game released for mobile devices on iOS and […]
Tire Blowout Lawsuits
More than 15 years after the Bridgestone/Firestone tire recall involving Ford Explorers and other SUV and light truck rollovers, massive auto recalls are in the headlines almost daily. Faulty tires may have faded into the background of our consciousness, but they are still a serious problem. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), tire […]
In-Vehicle Communication Technology is Not as Safe as You Think
The problem of distracted driving is plaguing the roads of America. In 2014, 3,179 people were killed as a result of distracted drivers (according to the official US government website for distracted driving: distraction.gov). Many people think that this problem can be avoided by using hands-free communication devices and other in-vehicle features. However, recent studies […]
A Declaration of Happiness
This 4th of July, make a Declaration of Happiness! Not sure what that is? Check out our infographic below. Full Text: A Declaration of Happiness In the summer of 1776 a declaration was made on the East Coast of Colonial America. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that […]
Tips on How to Avoid Identity Theft
Summer is here and it seems to be a time for fun, sunshine, and fraud. Last year, there were 13.1 million reported victims of fraud that resulted in losses of nearly 15 billion dollars. The following information is designed to help you identify scams and how to avoid being a victim. What Kinds of Scams […]
Autonomous Car Moral Dilemma
No one wants to make a hard moral decision, but have you ever thought what would happen if a machine could make one for you? The idea becomes even more interesting, it seems, when that decision could be the difference between life and death. A study was recently published that shed light on how people […]
The Importance of Tire Safety
You may take tire maintenance for granted, but you really shouldn’t. Your car’s tires actually affect maneuverability, fuel economy, riding comfort, braking distance, and tire life. More important, your tires could cause a wreck and serious injuries. The following article is intended to inform you on why it’s important to maintain your tires, and what […]
Negligent Security Claims
Every property owner, manager, or occupier has an obligation (or a “duty of care”) to provide adequate security to prevent criminal actions against guests, customers, and other people visiting the property. When poor security conditions lead to an assault, robbery, rape, or murder of a person on someone else’s property, the owner or manager of […]
Tort Reform
When you are injured because of someone else’s negligent actions, in most cases, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Lay people often refer to this as personal injury law or negligence law. However, lawyers know that the proper term is tort law. Like any other type of law, tort law can be changed. […]