Archive: August 2016

NY1-TV New York reports with the Takata airbag recall expanding to now affect nearly 70 million vehicles, car owners are facing delays for repairs a replacement parts supplies dwindle. Federal officials are now advising drivers affected by the recall to “Ask for a loaner car if parts aren’t available to get your airbag replaced.” From the […]

The AP reports that the NHTSA said Fiat Chrysler failed to disclose “some deaths, injuries and other information to the agency as required by law.” Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx “told reporters he will call a meeting in Washington with all auto industry CEOs to address a long list of failures to meet reporting requirements. In the past […]

In a detailed report, the Washington Post analyzes the impact the NHTSA’s decision to recognize of Google’s self-driving software as a “driver” will have on liability. The article suggests that with the car’s software as the legal “driver,” automakers “may assume greater responsibility for crashes.” The article goes on to share policymakers, insurance companies, and experts’ perspectives […]

This video isn’t “fun” but it will certainly make you feel small. The Known Universe.

This article is from the Social Security Administration’s blog at blog.socialsecurity.gov. Many people think that disability is something that happens to someone else. Unfortunately, disability is unpredictable and can happen to any person, at any age. Millions of Americans live with disabilities. Disability affects those afflicted and their families. Social Security’s disability program provides medical and […]

Some of the most controversial of all of our laws, immigration laws are a tool of the government to secure the boundaries of the country as well as regulate movement through these boundaries. Many people know a lot of the basics of immigration law. However, there are many interesting parts of the law that are […]

Not all legal matters require the experience of an attorney or lawyer to rectify the situation. For example, fighting a speeding ticket or appearing in a small claims court will not require an experienced lawyer to handle. Larger situations will, however, such as a personal injury case or a bad divorce. In those situations, experience […]

Taking the bar exam is probably one of most stressful events in a law student’s life. For years you have prepared, and now it feels like your entire future is dependent on the results of this test. Before you let the stress consume you, know that passing the bar exam is within your reach and […]

What could be more frightening than a giant mutant spider dog?

Your life can change dramatically the instant that you’re in a car accident. Along with the physical damage to your body, you’re likely to suffer monetary damages too. Those legal implications are part of the law of personal injury. Consider these factors. Hospitalization and Medical Bills A night at the emergency room, a surgery and […]