07

May

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Trucking Accidents Related to Brake Failures & Defects

Commercial trucks, big rigs, 18-wheelers, tractor trailers, and so forth are all used to haul massive amounts of cargo across the country. In fact, the federal weight limit on a commercial truck is 80,000 pounds in most instances, which includes both the weight of the truck and a...

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Category: Truck Accidents


07

May

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Signs of Negligent Driving Habits: How to Spot Dangerous Motorists On the Road

Every driver has an unshakable responsibility to act safely behind the wheel and never endanger other drivers or pedestrians. This is a duty often ignored by negligent drivers, though, as evident with the number of serious car accidents across the country each day. It is good pra...

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07

May

Be Safe On 4th of July: Fireworks & BBQ Tips Everyone Needs to Know

Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, might just be the most popular national holiday in the United States. It makes sense, too, as everyone seems to love barbecues and fireworks. In order to keep the celebrations family friendly and safe, though, preparations and plans need t...

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07

May

Safety for Your Summer Road Trip: Prepare & Plan Ahead

Summer road trips and vacation season are here again. Are you planning on packing the family in the car and seeing some of the best sights our country has to offer? Before you hit the highway, take a look at these general road trip safety tips everyone should know. By keeping the...

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07

May

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Is PTSD Directly Caused by Brain Injuries?

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a violent act or severe physical trauma, like oxygen deprivation for an extended period of time. The consequences of a TBI can vary dramatically, such as memory loss, total loss of motor control, uncontrolled mood swings, and chronic he...

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Categories: FAQ Brain Injury


07

May

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Parties That Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in California

When someone passes away due to the negligence of a separate party, it can allow the filing of a wrongful death claim under California law. While you may want to act fast and file a wrongful death claim when you lose a loved one in an accident, like a car crash or truck accident...

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Categories: FAQ Wrongful Death


07

May

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Is the Risk of Birth Injury Changed By the Size of a Newborn?

Medical malpractice that causes a newborn to suffer a birth injury, like cerebral palsy or brachial plexus injuries, seems often related to manual hardship while trying to deliver the baby. An unprepared or under-experienced doctor may pull or twist the newborn dangerously to com...

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07

May

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How Bad are Truck Driver Schedules to Cause Trucker Exhaustion?

There are thousands of truck accidents on American highways every year. A large percentage of all of those truck crashes are known to or believed to be caused by truck driver exhaustion. If the average truck accident can cause catastrophic injuries, then why are so many truckers ...

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Category: Truck Accidents


07

May

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How a Medical Provider's Error Can Cause Birth Asphyxia

Birth asphyxia is a severe and life-threatening birth injury. It is caused by oxygen deprivation during or after a child is born. The consequences of extended oxygen deprivation can cause immediate and permanent health conditions in the newborn. Complications caused by birth asph...

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Category: Birth Injuries


07

May

Mr. Habbas Named to National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Habbas & Associates is pleased to announce that the firm’s founder Mr. Habbas has been selected for inclusion in the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC)! This is a tremendous achievement that speaks volumes about Mr. Habbas’s commitment to clients, and place...

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Category: News


07

May

Police Records Are Instrumental for Your Drunk Driving Injury Case

Nearly 30% of all traffic-related deaths in the United States are caused by drunk drivers. Law enforcement agencies around the country are hard at work to stop intoxicated motorists before they cause another devastating car accident. At the least, they try to respond immediately ...

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07

May

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Spinal Cord Injury Treatments are Expensive

The consequences of a spinal cord injury can include paralysis, debilitation, chronic pain, and much more. While these health conditions are severe, they are not untreatable. Even paralysis might be reversible in some cases due to amazing advances in medical sciences and technolo...

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