Charleston, WV - CHARLESTON -- A Marietta, Ohio, man and his wife are suing 66 companies after he claims he developed emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis because of exposure to heavy metals and chemicals.
Pedestrian accidents are happening more and more. With all the drivers on the road today there seems to be less attention paid to the pedestrian. If you have been involved in an accident where injuries were sustained, make sure that you are very clear about your rights. Even when contacted by an insurance company regarding any benefits or settlements regarding your pedestrian accident, it may be better to have legal representation. Something to consider when pursuing a pedestrian accident case is, who has your best interests in mind, the insurance company or your lawyer.
Many children who ride in child safety seats are improperly secured. A survey of more than 17,500 children found that only 15% of children in safety seats were correctly harnessed into correctly installed seats (Taft 1999)