Indeed, the Nissan driver and occupants  should be thankful that  the  foolhardy decision to drink and drive did not result in all of their deaths–or cause a fatal crash that could have taken countless more lives. Sadly, every day the decision to drink and drive ends with just such a conclusion.

If  someone else’s bad decision causes you injury or results in the death of the loved one, you can pursue the guilty in court.  Contact us today for a free case evaluation to educate yourself on your rights  under personal injury law and receive due compensation for your injuries.

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Proctor and Gamble, a Cincinnati based company, voluntarily alerted the proper authorities in  the United States, Germany and the Untied Kingdom, where three lots of the spray had been sent.

This newsflash adds Proctor and Gamble onto a long list of businesses that have had to recall products because of potential contamination. With so many instances of consumer products being consistently compromised via the production process, one has to wonder how often  Americans are placed at risk.

Alarming statistics

Annually some 76 million Americans become ill via the use of products that have been  tainted by a  bacterial or viral source.  Some of the symptoms of these f illnesses induced by these products include but are not limited to:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Fever and chills
• Gastrointestinal upset
• Dehydration

More often than not sickness  and injury is brought on via food consumption, with meats, fruits and veggies being the highest risk group for contamination.  Of course, individuals can bring the issue upon themselves by failing to observe safeguards like cleaning cooking services or cooking food thoroughly.  On average, however, prior product contamination accounts for  a vast majority of the .

Sadly, some  300,000  people will be hospitalized because of   these contaminated  products and of this number, some  5,000 will die.

keeping them honest

With such shocking data it is easy to see why government regulatory entities like the FDA put stringent rules in place when it comes to  consumer food and drug manufacture.  Thankfully, many in the industry have become self-regulating, taking it upon themselves to contact the proper authorities when a problem arises .  Still, when one considers the fact that 76 million Americans are sickened by  consumer products every year, one has to wonder  how often companies, unknowingly or otherwise, allow products to hit the shelves with harmful bacteria or viruses lurking within them.  Scarier still, there may not be a way to increase safeguards to ensure consumer safety even if those numbers are high.

Of course, conventional wisdom  dictates that we  make sure our kitchen counters are clean  and we cook our food thoroughly to kill harmful bacteria, but how do we protect ourselves
from contaminated nasal sprays, lotions or foodstuffs like raw veggies and fruits.

What you can do

Individuals who have been harmed by tainted products can file a product liability lawsuit via a personal injury lawyer.  When you pursue a negligent company  via litigation, you do two very important things 1) you hold the business accountable for their actions and 2) you  receive financial compensation for your  injuries.

The latter outcome can enable you to pay the ensuing medical costs associated with your illness as well as  protect you and your loved ones finances.

If a contaminated consumer product like a food  or health and beauty item has caused you injury, take action today.  Call the law firm of Slaughter and Slaughter to obtain financial reparation and bring attention to  the negligent company that hurt you.   In this way, you aid others as well as yourself.

Contact us today and receive the assistance you need to pay your medical bills and safeguard your economic future.

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The woman was hit by a 43-year-old man who was driving a van that was traveling slowly through the  lot. Authorities revealed that the van collision occurred near the northeast corner of Broadway and Palomar Street around 6:45 p.m. but the driver had to be told by onlookers that he had hit the woman before he stopped.

It was then that the driver looked out his window and noticed the pedestrian lying under the van with her legs straddling the front left tire.

Could the accident be avoided?

There are so many variables that can occur with any given car or pedestrian related accident.  One of the very first questions that may be asked for example, is was the driver inebriated?  Seeing as he was unaware he had struck somebody, there is a good chance that was the case.

He could also have been otherwise distracted or impaired, a fact that investigators consider when such an accident occurs.

It would appear at first glance that the pedestrian   had done nothing wrong as she was not in the middle of a street when the accident occurred.  Forensic specialists on the other hand, could assess the situation to see if this was indeed the case.

What happens next?

When an car accident like this occurs it can take a bit of time to sort things out.  Once liability is uncovered, an accident victim can file a claim against the person responsible for their injuries.

A personal injury lawsuit is often times necessary to ensure that an individual that is damaged in a collision is compensated for related medical costs and lost wages.  For those who are seriously  hurt after a wreck or pedestrian accident, financial reparation can also safeguard their life savings, which may be placed at risk due to the cost of long term rehabilitation and treatment.

Contact a reliable personal injury lawyer

When you or a loved one had been seriously hurt in an accident, it pays to seek the counsel of reputable personal injury attorneys.

Our legal team at Slaughter and Slaughter is well equipped to handle your accident case and will fight diligently to make sure you get the financial restitution you need.  The money recovered can be applied to medical treatment and lost wages.  You can also receive financial damages for your pain and suffering.

Contact the law firm of Slaughter and Slaughter today for a free case evaluation and learn what you can do after a debilitating car accident threatens you and your family’s economic future.

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The Accident could have been Much Worse

Authorities indicate that the child was wearing a properly fitted bicycle helmet which mitigated his injuries.   It is certain that the injuries would have been far worse if this was not the case.

In this incident, no criminal or civil charges had been brought against the driver who hit the boy.

Had the circumstances been different, and the boy had been seriously hurt, the parents may have been well within their rights to pursue the driver via a personal injury lawsuit.

Other scenarios

But lets say that they boy was hit by the negligent driver and the helmet he was wearing, although properly fitted, failed to work as promised.  The boy could have sustained serious head trauma which caused grievous permanent damage.

The family of the boy would then be able to pursue the manufacturer of the head gear in court via product liability litigation. This is because manufacturers of consumer products, especially those designated for safety, have an obligation to protect the public from harm.

When their products do the very opposite, they can be open to product liability litigation.

Riding Smart

The boy who wore the proper head gear is a lesson to all.  When we take the time to wear the safety equipment when riding bicycles, we may reduce our chances of serious injuries.

But even in the best of circumstances a bicyclist can be hurt in a car crash or even killed.  If the very safety equipment that was meant to save their lives malfunctions, the tragedy can be compounded.

Thankfully victims of a horrendous bicycle accident can recover compensation for their injuries by retaining the services of a savvy personal injury attorney.

Contact Slaughter and Slaughter today

If you or a loved one has been injured in a  bicycle versus car accident, you do have legal due recourse.  Contact our law offices today for a free consultation with our personal injury attorneys and learn what your legal options are.

We must always try to be safe whether our mode of transportation is a bike or car, but when calamity strikes, personal injury lawyers like the ones found at Slaughter and Slaughter can help injured victims recover financial compensation to pay for medical ills and to protect you and your family’s hard earned financial future.

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In 2007, some 1,309 ride related injuries occurred at fixed ride parks like Knott’s Berry Farm.   While a fraction of those required serious hospitalization ( roughly 3%) ,  enough  of these mishaps leave deep scars, both physical and mental, that last a life time fro their victims.  Also, there are approximately 5 amusement-ride deaths annually.

Indeed, numbers don’t matter when one loses a treasured family member.

This means that while it is important to relax and have fun while visiting parks, it is also advisable to keep the safety of loved ones in mind during your stay.

The Knott’s Berry Farm Accident

At the well  known Knott’s Berry Farm, the fun and wildly popular Xcelerator roller coaster was shut down and currently  remains closed after two people were injured.   The cause of the accident was a broken cable which snapped shortly after the coaster launched ay 4 p.m. Wednesday.

After the cable snapped loose, it snagged and cut the leg of a 12-year-old boy while a man had to be treated for back injuries due to the terrific jarring motions caused by malfunction. Paramedics pulled the man and boy from the ride and both were taken to area hospitals with mild to moderate injuries.

The state division of Occupational Safety Health and Buena Vista Park Amusement park will investigate the unfortunate incident and until such time the ride will be closed.

The Xcelerator was not full during the amusement park ride accident and usually seats about 20.  It also boasts speeds of 80 mph which it reaches in about 2.3 seconds.

Amusement Park Liability

Usually, such an error can be linked to improper maintenance and care of the machines.  Coasters and other park rides are supposed to be routinely checked and maintained for suitability.  When they malfunction, it could be a clear indication that someone was not doing their jobs.

When this is shown to be the case, injured park participants can pursue financial compensation via a personal injury lawsuit.

What to Do After an Amusement Park Injury

Whenever an accident occurs at a place like Knott’s Beery Farms, it brings home that fact that calamity can strike anywhere at any time.  No place is exempt when it comes to serious personal injury.

If you or a loved one has sustained an injury due to an amusement park ride or facility, contact the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter to set up an appointment with a personal injury attorney.

The initial case evaluation is free and you may just be able to obtain financial compensation for you or your loved ones injuries.

Contact us today toll free  888.207.5321 or call 858.909.9090 at and see what we can do to help you after a day of fun  in the sun turns into a horrific and tragic nightmare.

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When we hears a story about a child being hurt in a car accident it is difficult for us not to be moved.  Our hearts also immediately go out to the parents who are suffering alongside their precious child.  One also wonders if something more could have been done to prevent the tragedy.  For example, even if the child darted into traffic, was the driver speeding?  Could he have avoided hitting the baby?  Only a thorough investigation can provide the answers.  If authorities conclude that the driver is at fault, he  is then liable for the toddlers injuries and can be pursued in court via personal injury litigation.  Our San Diego personal injury attorney has extensive experience in dealing with auto accidents and catastrophic injuries.

When a child is hurt parents have the ability to receive justice via the civil court system.  Call our law offices today to learn more about your legal options in this regard.  You can talk to a personal injury lawyer for free and discover what you and your family can do to receive reparation as well as fair treatment.

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At least one person was taken to a local area hospital.  The condition of the others drivers or the extent of injuries were not known at press time.

More and more multiple vehicle accidents are happening every day and the cause is clear.  Driver distraction rates are rising, what with the use of cell phone use during driving.  Other causes, like road rage or simple driver negligence could be the culprit.  Considering that 95 percent of all auto accidents are due to driver error, one can reasonably assume someone was doing something they were not supposed to when the above tragedy occurred.  If you have been ensnared in a multiple car accident and were seriously injured, there is hope.  Contact our law offices today for a free legal consultation and receive the financial damages you need to pay for lost wages and mounting medical bills.  Car accident victims have legal rights, call our personal injury lawyer today and fight for them.

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Investigators surmise that the accident occurred as the car was making the transition from the southbound lanes of I-215 to the westbound lanes of Interstate 10. Amaya died at 9:05 p.m. Sunday after succumbing to his injuries.  He was pronounced dead at Loma University Medical Center.

Even seasoned investigators and medical personnel can hardly take the untimely passing of a child.  When it is caused by something senseless, like a manufacturer’s defect, it can be especially troubling.  Unfortunately, most rollover accidents are a result of  faulty vehicle construction.  If this is the case with little Amaya, his parents will be able to sue the car’s manufacturers for wrongful death via a product liability lawsuit.  If you have been involved in a similar rollover incident and suffered injuries or the death of a loved one, contact us.  A personal injury lawyer will sit with you to discuss your legal options and help you recover financial compensation for your loss and injuries.

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