Albuquerque is already grappling with temperatures rising into the high 80s. As May 29 is the last day of school for students in the Albuquerque public schools, parents will soon be faced with bored kids looking to cool off and have fun by going swimming. Pools are a...
3 types of product defects
Defective products can cause serious harm to consumers. But defects do not always look the same. There are three different categories that consumers need to be aware of, especially if they have suffered injuries. In any of these categories, it may be possible to seek...
3 potential medical consequences of dog bite attacks
People typically view dogs as friendly and even helpful. Most dogs are happy to interact with humans. A small minority of dogs may have prior trauma that makes them anxious around humans. Others may have mental defects because of inbreeding. Dogs occasionally bite and...
Do people ever recover from spinal cord injuries?
Spinal cord injuries can occur under many different circumstances. A fall, an incident involving an unsafe product or a motor vehicle collision could damage someone's spinal cord. People with spinal cord injuries may require lifelong medical care that can cost...
3 mistakes that can limit recovery after a slip-and-fall
People often expect a simple compensation process after a slip-and-fall. After all, businesses generally carry premises liability insurance for these types of situations. Those hurt while patronizing a business may expect insurance providers to work with them....
My child is hurt at a public pool. Who is liable for damages?
As a parent, there is no greater fear than seeing your child hurt. The situation can be even more devastating when that injury occurs at a public pool. Who is liable for their injuries, and how can they be held accountable? Liability can fall on multiple parties To...
Warning signs of defective products: what consumers must know
In today's fast-paced consumer market, companies release products at an unprecedented rate, promising convenience, efficiency and innovation. However, not all products meet safety standards, and defective products can pose severe risks to consumers. Identifying the...
Is a minor dog bite worth taking legal action for?
When a dog bites, it's often a reaction to something. Sometimes, they might attack out of fear or nip when they're excited. But what if it's someone else's dog and its teeth graze or pinch your skin? Does that justify legal action? Pursuing a personal injury lawsuit...
If you have been assaulted at a place of business, who is liable?
Violent interactions with another person can occur with minimal warning. Some people take it personally when the person sitting next to them at the bar cheers for the other team during the football game. An individual trying to rob a store might assault someone in...
My child was hurt at daycare. Can I sue?
When you entrust your little one to a daycare facility, you expect them to return home unharmed. No parent ever anticipates receiving a call informing them that their child has been in an accident. Still, playground accidents at daycare facilities are all too common,...