FMCSA Announces New, Tougher Rules for Unsafe Trucking Companies
As we discussed at the time, in November the National Transportation Safety Board furiously dressed down the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for missing or ignoring obvious warning signs before catastrophic accidents. Leaders called for an investigation into whether the FMCSA had allowed commercial trucking and intercity bus companies to continue operating despite numerous safety […]
read moreConsumer Alert: Michelin Recalls 1.2 Million Pickup/SUV Tires
Tire-manufacturer Michelin has announced a major tire recall. Approximately 1.2 million tires manufactured over a two-year period and distributed in the U.S. may have a defect that causes the tire treads to separate, resulting in rapid tire deflation. This tread separation can cause the vehicle to swerve out of control and crash. Unfortunately, these tires […]
read moreWith 4 Out of 5 Car Seats Used Incorrectly, Is Your Child Safe?
According to the child safety organization Safe Kids Worldwide, four out of every car seats are installed or used incorrectly. The problem is so common you might think these mistakes aren’t critical, but they can be. It is estimated that some 30,000 children are injured and almost 500 are killed in car accidents despite being […]
read moreIn national event, CHP focusing on faulty truck brakes this week
The California Highway Patrol is taking part in a focused enforcement and education event this week aimed at finding commercial vehicles with faulty or poorly maintained braking systems. The nationwide event, “Brake Safety Awareness Week,” runs through Saturday. “Our goal is to reduce the number and severity of highway collisions caused by faulty brake systems […]
read moreAre vehicle design flaws increasing the risk of accidents?
When Consumer Reports reviewed Chevrolet’s 2014 Impala, it gave the sedan top marks — except in one crucial area. “Rear visibility is the biggest liability because of a high rear deck and short rear window,” the nonprofit’s review read. According to the Detroit News’ Auto Insider, limited and obstructed visibility are becoming increasingly common design […]
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 […]
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