Number Of Accidents Involving Cell Phones, Texting, Must Be Reduced, Seattle Attorney Kenneth Selander Jr. Says

Selander, of the personal injury law firm Selander O’Brien, says Washington State’s ban on texting while driving must be coupled with law enforcement, education. Seattle, Washington, January 23, 2010 — Driving while sending text messages is banned in Washington State, and talking on a cell phone while driving poses a serious danger, a Seattle personal…Keep Reading

More Than One In Every Four Traffic Accidents Involves A Cell Phone, New York Attorney David Resnick Warns

Study underscores dangerous link between texting and crashes, says Resnick, of NY’s David Resnick & Associates. New York, NY, January 23, 2010 — When you get behind the wheel of an automobile, put your cell phone away and focus on driving, says New York attorney David Resnick. That simple decision could save your life or the…Keep Reading

Recall Targeting Popular Children’s Products Announced After Serious Injuries, Death

Victim’s Advocate Fears Troubling Trend of Dangerous Infant, Children’s Products Alexandria, LA, January 21, 2010 — Within the past two days, the U.S. Consumer Safety Product Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of over two million children’s products including drop-side rail cribs and popular Graco strollers. The recalls were initiated after the products were linked…Keep Reading

Houston Lawsuit Alleges Personal Training Sessions Left Woman With Serious Injuries

Case filed by Texas attorney Wyly Brad T. Wyly alleges negligence on the part of the Houston health club and its staff. Houston, Texas, January 21, 2010 — Nanette Plunkett hoped the Fitness Connection would help her lose weight through a personal training program. Instead, the health club’s staff caused her to suffer serious injuries…Keep Reading

Hardison & Cochran Partner With Road Guardians To Promote Motorcycle Safety

Goal of national group is to reduce injuries and fatalities among motorcyclists. Raleigh, NC, January 14, 2010 — When the weather turns warm and the sun stays out longer, some residents of North Carolina may opt to go with two wheels rather than four in their daily travel. The subtracted number of wheels on the…Keep Reading

Raleigh Family Law Attorney Charles R. Ullman Cautions Separated Spouses About Social Networking Sites, Texting

Information gleaned from online posts and text messages can be a gold mine for an aggrieved spouse, says Ullman, founder of Charles R. Ullman & Associates. Raleigh, NC, January 14, 2010 — People mistakenly assume that their text messages or information posted on social media pages are private and viewed only by those they wish.…Keep Reading

Illinois Attorney Offers Suggestions For Safer Motoring In 2010

Greater use of seat belts and child restraints in the U.S. could save an additional 5,000 lives annually, says lawyer Patrick A. Salvi of Chicago’s Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. Chicago, Illinois, January 8, 2010 — Buckling up every time you get in the car and putting young children in approved seats are simple safety…Keep Reading

South Carolina Attorney Offers Tips To Drive More Safely In 2010

The simple step of buckling a seat belt could save an additional 5,000 lives annually, says Columbia lawyer Bert Louthian. Columbia, S.C., January 7, 2010 – As the new year gets under way, a South Carolina personal injury attorney is reminding motorists to wear a seat belt or use a child restraint because those safety…Keep Reading

New York Personal Injury Attorney Urges City To Keep Reducing Asbestos Exposure

Attorney Joseph W. Belluck of Belluck & Fox LLP says overhaul of NYC asbestos abatement program marks progress, but more safeguards needed New York, NY, January 6, 2010 — New York City needs to continue reducing the risk of exposure to cancer-causing asbestos until it is non-existent, a New York attorney said. Attorney Joseph W. Belluck,…Keep Reading

Pennsylvania Lawyer J. Christopher Munley Named To Multi-Purpose Stadium Authority

Authority oversees a 10,982-seat minor league baseball stadium just south of Scranton, Pennsylvania. Scranton, PA, Jan. 5, 2010 — Attorney J. Christopher Munley, managing partner of the law firm Munley, Munley & Cartwright, P.C., of Scranton, Pennsylvania has been appointed to a seat on the Lackawanna County Multi-Purpose Stadium Authority. Munley was appointed by the Lackawanna County…Keep Reading