Posts by Kendall Law Group LLC
New Headlight Rule Should Enhance Road Safety
To battle the US trend of increasing traffic fatalities, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued its final ruling which will permit the use of adaptive driving beam headlights on new vehicles. These headlights have been commonplace throughout Europe for several years and use LED lamps that can focus beams on darkness in…
Read MoreNew Rule Allows Teens to Drive Semis Across State Lines
A new truck driver apprenticeship program will allow truck drivers under the age of 21 to travel across state lines. This federal program aims to solve the trucking industry’s need for over 80,000 drivers and the supply chain issues posed by COVID-19. Many Safety advocates object to these changes on the basis that they place…
Read MoreDangers of Semi Trucks
We’ve discussed the numerous dangers posed by large commercial vehicles on the roadways in several previous blogs. This month a semi-truck driver convicted on multiple charges in connection with a fatal April 2019 crash on Interstate 70 near Denver, Colorado, was sentenced to 110 years in prison. On October 15, 2021, Aguilera-Mederos, 26, was convicted…
Read MoreTraffic Fatalities Are On the Rise
Despite fewer people being on the roads since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, traffic fatalities are on the rise. A staggering 38,680 people were killed on American roadways in 2020. The latest evidence suggests that after decades of safety gains, the pandemic has made U.S. drivers more reckless – more likely to…
Read MoreKLG: Additional Awards & Recognition
Brad Kendall is rated the highest possible rating of 10 out of 10 on Avvo.com. Avvo.com rates all legal professionals based upon information in an individual’s profile and other publicly available information, such as client and peer reviews, a proven track record of ethical behavior, experience level and case results, allowing consumers to compare prospective…
Read MoreAuto Accident Delayed Injury Onset: Why You Should Never Ignore Symptoms
Car accidents happen in the blink of an eye but can leave lasting impacts on your health and well-being. While some injuries are immediately apparent, others may not show symptoms until hours, days, or even weeks after the incident. Understanding the potential for delayed injury onset and the importance of seeking prompt medical attention is…
Read MoreTrucking Company Negligence
Crashes involving large, commercial vehicles are statistically more dangerous than those involving passenger vehicles alone. The higher chance of danger is elevated by such contributing factors including the large size and weight of commercial vehicles, truck driver skill levels, truck maintenance, and the type and amount of cargo being hauled. The legal weight for most…
Read MoreFELA v. Workers’ Compensation
When a railroad worker is injured on the job, he or she is not eligible for workers’ compensation benefits but is instead covered under a law called the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). FELA was enacted by Congress in 1908 in response to the dangerous conditions faced during the United States’ railroad expansion. In the…
Read MoreWho’s At Fault (And Why It Matters)
After an automobile collision, liability and fault are directly linked to your potential for recovery, or your chance of recovering monies for your injuries, pain and suffering, out-of-pocket expenses and lost wages. For a party to be held liable, they must be found at fault to some degree. To determine fault, juries and insurance companies…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Medical Bills After a Personal Injury
After a personal injury, it can be difficult to manage your medical bills. If you have private health insurance, we recommend providing this information for the payment of your related bills. Insured individuals typically pay less for charges according to contractual agreements with their health insurance company, significantly reducing their overall medical damages and personal…
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