Soft, comfortable, contoured – yes … but are they safe? While not typically considered a safety feature, a poorly designed automobile seat can cause devastating injuries in an accident. Most often, seat defects cause serious injuries in rear-end collisions.[1] Because these collisions are so common, safety advocates argue that vehicle seats should be “the first line…
With the high number of deaths occurring on our nation’s highways, vehicle safety is a top concern. Roof strength is a critical component to survival in a rollover accident, yet roof crush standards continue to insufficient to ensure adequate occupant protection in rollover events. Recent testing and data show that roof strength has a significant…
When evidence that is necessary to successfully litigating your claim is destroyed, some states recognize a tort for destroying that evidence. Spoliation is defined as “the failure to preserve property for another’s use as evidence in pending or future litigation.”[1] In order to successfully bring a spoliation claim there are numerous issues of proof that must…
Trailers are synonymous with family recreation and travel, however, there are serious dangers involved when towing a trailer. Unfortunately, the public has not been adequately informed of the defects and dangers with many trailers, and the public does not know how best to react in dangerous trailer sway situations. Trailer sway is a phenomenon that…
In 2003, the Yamaha Rhino ATV was introduced into the market.[1]While anticipating the debut of the Rhino, one magazine described it as a machine that will “haul two people, carry loads of gear, and eat up the off-road trail.”[2] Despite its popularity since its introduction, a disproportionate number of Rhino accidents have been reported in the…
Seatbelts are arguably the single most important safety feature in your vehicle, and when properly designed and utilized save countless lives. However, when they fail to perform as intended or malfunction due to a defect in their design or manufacturer tragic results can occur. A review of reported accidents through public sources and a survey…
We’ve heard the reasons before – my child wanted to be held, the seatbelt was uncomfortable, I was only going a short distance, he’s too big for a car seat. While parents’ hearts and minds may struggle with this safety issue, with very few exceptions, they want the best for their children. While technology and…
Orlando, FL – Henry N. Didier, founder of the Didier Law Firm, an Orlando-based products liability firm, was named as one of Orlando Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 for 2008. The list includes honorees from across industries including banking, politics, financial management, public relations, law and business. Honorees are chosen by the Orlando Business Journal…
Only 1.9% of Lawyers in State Bar Receive Honor Orlando, FL – Henry N. Didier, founder of the Didier Law Firm, an Orlando-based products liability firm, was named as one of FLORIDA TREND’S Florida Legal Elite™ for 2008. More than 18,000 votes were received, and 1,170 lawyers were recognized. According to the magazine, this year’s…
Before you tow you should consider: Know Overall Weight – Be aware of the actual weight and the ratings of all of your equipment. Distribute Tongue weight – Most trailers require 10% to 15% of their total weight to be on the tongue to work correctly. Adequate Towing Capacity – Your towing vehicle should have a towing capacity…