Scaffolding Manufacturer Targeted in Suit after Construction Site DeathsIt

It has long been known that construction jobs rank among the most deadly in terms of workplace fatalities, but defects in the manufacture of a workplace safety device may have contributed to the risky environment in at least one Texas fatality. Several construction workers were killed on an Austin worksite when scaffolding attached to a large condominium development collapsed, causing three laborers to plunge to their deaths. A lawsuit that has been filed in the incident claims that scaffolding manufacturer American Mast Climbers created a defective product and did not attach sufficient safety warnings to the equipment. Several contractors and subcontractors that were involved in the project have also been named in the suit.

If you or a loved one has been placed in harm’s way by a defective or substandard product, we can help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.

GM’s Bankruptcy May Disrupt Defective Device Lawsuit

After a car crash that left 8-year-old Amanda Dinnigan catastrophically injured two years ago, evidence came to light suggesting that a faulty seatbelt mechanism in the family’s GMC Envoy may have been to blame. A lawsuit stating as much was filed on behalf of Amanda, who is now a quadriplegic whose medical care costs exceed $500,000 annually.

Amanda Dinnigan is only one of more 1200 plaintiffs currently involved in personal injury claims against GM. Unsure of what their fate will be in the aftermath of the company’s recent bankruptcy, these litigants are banding together and demanding protection. One request that has been made is that Congress set aside funds to compensate victims who may have been injured by defective GM products. However, a final determination of the best course of action has not yet been made.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product or device, time is of the essence. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.

California Family Files Wrongful Death Claim Against Toyota

In 1997, a single-vehicle car crash caused the death of an 18-month-old infant. The accident occurred when the baby’s mother lost control of the Toyota truck she was driving and ran off the road, hitting a tree.

The crash was later attributed to a defect in the Toyota’s steering relay rod, a problem that had been identified by the company and was the target of a later recall. However, the California family in this case claims that Toyota failed to properly notify them of the problem. The lawsuit goes on to criticize Toyota’s recall notification system, which statistics show typically results in only 30% of affected vehicles being repaired.

If a defective product or device has resulted in an injury for you or a family member, you need the expert advice of an experienced team of personal injury attorneys. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.

Blink-182 Drummer Files Suit in Fatal Crash

After playing a free concert at the University of South Carolina on September 19, popular musician Travis Barker and several of his crew members chartered a jet to return to Los Angeles. Soon after takeoff, the aircraft crashed, killing both pilots and several passengers. Barker and key personnel sustained major burns and other injuries. Although the causes of the accident have not been definitively determined, the lawsuit alleges that both mechanical defects and negligence on the part of the pilots played a role in the crash. A trial date has not yet been set in the case.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, we’re here to help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.

New Lawsuits Add to Utility Terrain Vehicle Safety Concerns

Although utility terrain vehicles have long been a target of safety concerns, two recent injuries sustained by drivers and passengers of the model known as the Yamaha Rhino have added even more fuel to the fire. Critics claim that the Yamaha Rhino’s design is fundamentally flawed, with a top-heavy center of gravity that increases the risk of the vehicle flipping and rolling over. That’s exactly what happened in the cases that precipitated the two most recent lawsuits against Yamaha. In two separate incidents, an 11-year-old Tennessee girl and a 47-year-old Georgia man sustained serious injuries in rollover accidents.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, we’re here to help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.

Company that Manufactured Defective Ax Ordered to Pay $1 Million

Schenectady, New York resident Richard Van Norden was chopping wood in his backyard in November 2003 when the ax he was using broke apart, launching a sharp piece of metal into his eye. Despite undergoing emergency surgery, Van Norden lost vision in his eye, impacting his ability to continue his work as a crane operator. A judge agreed that the design of the ax was defective and that its manufacturer, the Mann Edge Tool Company, was to blame in the incident. A combined judgment of more than $1 million was awarded in the case.

Have you or a loved one sustained an injury caused by a defective product? If so, you need the advice of an experienced team of personal injury attorneys. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.

Safety of Medical Devices Thrown into Question by Supreme Court Decision

In a recent landmark decision, the Supreme Court moved to limit consumers’ right to sue for damages related to design flaws in medical devices. According to the highest court in the land, FDA approval of a medical device should be evidence enough of its safety and reliability – and consumers are therefore prevented from bring lawsuits challenging device safety at the state level. The controversial decision is seen as a boon to the rapidly growing medical supply industry, already a $75-billion-dollar-a-year behemoth.

If you or a loved one has suffered as a result of a faulty medical device or another treatment, you should talk things over with a highly-qualified personal injury lawyer. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.