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December 18, 2017

Washington Amtrak Accident Attorneys

An Amtrak train derailed from a recently renovated track on December 18th of 2017, leaving at least six dead and dozens more wounded. The shocking scene caused the 132-ton train to crash into the southbound lanes of Interstate 5, which is the busiest travel corridor in the northwest United States. The train was carrying 77 passengers as well as crew…

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Car Accident Auto Accident Lawyer

December 18, 2017

Three Shocking Stats That Prove the Need for a California Car Accident Attorney

In the aftermath of an accident, victims may be left feeling understandably helpless and confused about what comes next. A car accident attorney in California ought to be your advocate and trusted counsel when legal action is justified. California accident victims ought to prioritize healing and spending time with loved ones while the attorney handles the insurance company and the…

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Uber/Lyft Accidents

November 20, 2017

Ride-sharing Accident Lawyers

Ride-sharing has become an increasingly important industry since Uber's founding in 2009 revolutionized transportation options, particularly for residents in large metropolitan areas. The convenience and affordability of being connected with a driver mere minutes away via smartphone has helped Uber and Lyft to skyrocket to valuations of $70 and $11 billion, respectively. Although ride-sharing services have become an increasingly important part…

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Auto Accident Lawyer

October 28, 2017

Why California Traffic Deaths Continue to Rise in Recent Years

Estimates from the National Safety Council (NSC) found that 3,680 motor vehicle deaths occurred in California during 2016. This alarming statistic represents a 13% increase over the estimated 3,249 traffic deaths from 2015. During the same time period, traffic fatalities increased nationwide at a six percent rate, meaning California's increase far outpaced the national average. Percentages aside, purely looking at…

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October 28, 2017

5 Key Auto Accident Statistics in Washington State

While auto accidents are something people rarely wish to think about or discuss, the fact remains that auto accidents are a tragic and unfortunately common reality. These five important auto accident statistics will shed light on some of the most important facts to know concerning Washington accident, all while underscoring the need for a car accident lawyer in Washington if…

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Motorcycle Accident Injury Tips

October 28, 2017

The Five Laws California Motorcyclists Need to Know

Motorcycle fatalities and serious injuries in California are a significant public safety issue in the state. In California's 2015 Annual Performance Report from the California Office of Traffic Safety, statistics showed that motorcycle fatalities and injuries have been on an upward trend. While the OTS goal was to reduce motorcyclist fatalities by 25 percent from the 2008-2012 five-year moving average,…

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Blog | Wrongful Death Lawyer Personal Injury Attorney

October 23, 2017

The Ledger Law Firm Retained By Las Vegas Shooting Victim

The Ledger Law Firm has been retained to represent shooting victim Douglas Cotter, who was seriously injured in the Las Vegas shooting, the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history. On October 1, 2017, a gunman fired into a crowd enjoying a concert from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. 58 people were…

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Pedestrian Accident Attorney

October 18, 2017

Pedestrian Accident Statistics in Victorville

Every year in the United States, thousands of injuries and fatalities occur due to pedestrian accidents. According to the California Department of Public Health, 254 pedestrian fatalities occurred in the Victorville area from 2007 through 2012. In addition, 1,645 pedestrians sustained non-fatal injuries. There are high numbers that reveal a huge safety concern for pedestrians in the Victorville area. What’s…

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Mesothelioma

October 9, 2017

Asbestos and the EPA: Asbestos Thrives While People Die

Chemicals and New Laws Keep the EPA Busy Asbestos is composed of complex chemical properties that are simply life-threatening. Asbestos still remains in decaying manufacturing sites, unused shipyards, old railroad tracks, old buildings, and old cars. While asbestos remains on site, it pollutes the soil, the air and the water. Over 30,000 people have confirmed deaths from mesothelioma and asbestosis. …

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Mesothelioma

September 26, 2017

Asbestos Lawsuits: Compensation After Asbestos Exposure

Many companies wrongfully exposed workers to asbestos throughout the better part of the 20th century. Each day, those same workers are being diagnosed with asbestos-related cancers, incurring medical costs for treatment, and experiencing numerous other consequences which can all be traced back to their exposure. In many cases, compensation is available to these asbestos victims and their family members. Whether…

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Mesothelioma

July 17, 2017

California Appears Ready to Impose Deposition Time Limits in Asbestos Cases

On July 3, 2017,California's State Assembly was poised to vote on a new law that aims to significantly alter deposition procedures for many asbestos cases filed in the state of California. As it stands, the bill has been read a third time and was amended on July 10th, inching ever closer toward being passed. Asbestos plaintiffs and defendants alike should…

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July 14, 2017

Long Beach Mesothelioma Lawyer

20th Century Naval Veterans Were Exposed to Asbestos for Decades Asbestos is well-known for its fire proofing capabilities, which naturally was a desirable property on Navy vessels. Unfortunately, this fact led to Navy ships being constructed with toxic asbestos from the 1930s until the early 1970s, when the Navy finally stopped outfitting ships with asbestos. The end result of the Navy's…

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Mesothelioma

July 11, 2017

Asbestos Attorney Says Major Changes In Long Beach May Create Quiet Dangers

Long Beach is a major city that does not hesitate to enact massive change. And they do not waste time. The city just completed a gleaming new courthouse and they are now in the process of tearing down the old one. The old, former courthouse, a mid-century design from 1958, may have been state of the art half a lifetime…

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Attorney-Lawyer

July 10, 2017

California Mesothelioma Lawyer Helps Victims Find The Money

Does California Need Asbestos Reform? From 1999 to 2013, more Californians died from asbestos-related ailments than any other state, with 21,338 asbestos-related deaths. When asbestos fibers are inhaled, mesothelioma is a common outcome, even if the symptoms take decades to materialize. Unsurprisingly, then, California also had the highest number of mesothelioma-related cancer deaths from 2001 to 2010. With dire statistics like these, it is arguable that California…

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Car Accident

September 19, 2016

TESLA Autopilot Accident Death A Cause For Concern

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla Motors, has long touted the safety of his luxury electric cars. Then on May 7, 2016, there was a fatal accident involving a Tesla Model S car being driven on autopilot, which crashed into a tractor-trailer driving across the highway. The Tesla driver, a 40-year-old Ohio man, died. The truck driver, who survived the crash, said the Tesla…

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March 17, 2016

In the Event of a Car Accident: A Stitch in Time Saves Nine

Car accidents happen all the time, but it’s hard to prepare for this type of eventuality because you don’t think it will happen to you, so if and when it does, it becomes very personal. The steps you take after a car accident can determine whether or not you receive compensation for the collision, and the amount of the compensation…

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Attorney-Lawyer Legal Services

February 21, 2016

An Ounce of Prevention and a Pound of Cure

Automobiles are necessary to our existence; unfortunately, they can also damage our lives, and in some cases, even end them. There are many factors that can cause or contribute to an automobile accident, including: Inclement weather Poor vehicle maintenance Testing or conversing by cell phone Inattention or sleepiness Distractions Illness medication Alcohol Speeding Lack of visibility No one can predict…

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February 2, 2016

Just in Case of a Car Accident-Forewarned is Fore Armed – Arm Yourself with Knowledge

Car accidents can have far-reaching results, especially when the driver or passengers suffer injuries in a collision. Medical bills are a certainty, legal issues are a definite possibility, and an injury accident can generate collateral events that add up to long-term physical and mental stress. Law enforcement will likely be involved, as well as medical professionals, and sometimes the courts. Injuries…

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January 21, 2016

What are the common causes of 18 wheeler truck accidents?

Big trucks like 18 wheeler are an important part of our economy. They carry goods across the country all day and night, delivering much-needed products rapidly. Unfortunately, those 18 wheelers can also cause considerable damage if in an accident. Not only are the trucks themselves heavy and powerful, but the cargo they carry can also be dangerous and cause harm. A…

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Legal Services Personal Injury Lawyer | The Ledger Law Firm

January 2, 2016

Surprising Reasons Why an Employer is Liable for an Employee’s Auto Accident

Car accident attorneys in California caution employers that they may have liability for employee auto accidents, not only if they occur when an employee is driving in a company vehicle, but in some cases, while an employee is driving personal vehicles. Here are some examples from car accident attorneys in California: Company Parties and Events A car accident law firm…

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