Prius windshield causes ‘ghosting effect,’ could distract drivers
Defective products are always scary for consumers; but they are even more frightening when they involve a motor vehicle. Car manufacturers need to ensure that their processes are as fail-proof as can be; and makers of motor vehicle equipment need to use quality materials and methods to ensure the safety of drivers, passengers and others […]
read moreVolvo creates exterior airbag to help protect pedestrians
About a decade ago, the European Union made some radical changes to their pedestrian safety laws. Car manufacturers in the region took notice; and as a result some major breakthroughs were made. Some vehicles in Europe are now equipped with pedestrian sensing systems to reduce the chances of an accident occurring. When you consider data […]
read moreMedical Devices Health Alert: J & J Announnces Another Recall
The Cartwright Law Firm is issuing this Health Alert related to potentially faulty Medical Devices: Johnson & Johnson, already subjected to thousands of lawsuits following the 2010 recall of their ASR all-metal hip implants the company sold world-wide, has now recalled a second type of metal hip component it says was sold only outside of […]
read moreA few tips to prevent a potentially painful dog bite
Dogs are great pets when trained properly. When their owners are loving; when they take them out for walks regularly, when they properly socialize the dog; and when they take them to the veterinary clinic to ensure they are healthy; a dog can be a tremendously nice animal. But under the tutelage of a negligent […]
read moreThe Cartwright Law Firm In the News!
In the News, The Cartwright Law Firm is suing the City of Alameda on behalf of Raymond Zack, who drowned Memorial Day, 2011, while the City’s firefighters and police looked on and did nothing to prevent his death. Yesterday, arguments were heard in Alameda County Superior Court over claims by attornies for the City of […]
read moreSan Francisco moves forward with Great Highway improvements
In the past, we have talked about the convoluted nature of some intersections in San Francisco, and how these complicated areas can be a factor in (or directly cause) a pedestrian or bike accident. The city is pushing forward with a few major safety plans that call for improved infrastructure, which should help. In addition, […]
read moreConsumer Alert! Urgent! Hyundi and Kia Inflated Mileage Claims, Class Actions Unfold!
The Cartwright Law Firm is issuing another Urgent Consumer Alert to infom consumers about an issue that may affect owners or lessors of Hyundi’s and Kia automobiles. The Korean automakers, Hyundai and Kia (owned by the same company, but operated independently), are facing lawsuits over inflated claims about their vehicles’ fuel efficiency. After complaints that […]
read moreUrgent Consumer Alert: Mirena IUD Failure Causes Real Harm!
The Cartwright Law Firm is issuing this urgent consumer alert regarding a contraceptive device known as the Mirena IUD. The device, manufactured by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and is used by more than 2 million women in the United States, was originally approved by the FDA in 2000 for contraception, and later as a treatment […]
read moreRoad safety organization laments ‘complacency’ of state lawmakers
In our last post, we talked about how our city of San Francisco is taking steps to improve pedestrian safety by better enforcing sensitive pedestrian areas. The increased presence of police officers will deter motor vehicles from travelling at unsafe speeds, and make them less likely to make a risky driving decision. However, what is […]
read morePedestrian safety initiative to take effect in San Francisco
Pedestrian safety is a two-way street; both literally and in terms of wordplay. While pedestrians need to obey street signs, observe good judgment and cross the street, motor vehicle drivers need to travel at safe speeds at all times (but especially around crosswalks or near pedestrians) and they need to be on the lookout for […]
read moreElectric vehicles required to produce more noise
Obviously, one of the greatest features of hybrid and electric vehicles is that it is a green vehicle, producing little or no harmful emissions. To do this, many of these vehicles lack an internal combustion engine (or only use one at higher speeds). As a result, these vehicles are very quiet at lower speeds — […]
read moreSan Francisco’s 2012 pedestrian fatalities bring focus on safety
With a little under 20 pedestrian accident fatalities last year, San Francisco’s Mayor Ed Lee announced a plan is being drafted to improve pedestrian safety in the city. Expected to be finalized and implemented early this year, the plan hopes to reduce pedestrian accidents that result in serious injuries or death by 25 percent by […]
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