According to the USFEF, there are over 40 million lawsuits filed each year in the United States. Lawsuits have clearly been booming in recent years, and that is exactly why it’s more important than ever to brush up on your legal know-how. Today we’re going...
Construction is possibly the highest-risk industry one can work. The nature of the jobs are very dangerous, and they require extensive training and safety measures. Although they are fairly common, The Cochran Firm believes that the majority of construction accidents can be prevented. Too many...
When was the last time you actually paused and read the pool rules? If you’re like the majority of Americans, it has probably been a while. However, the ever-present aluminum signs posted in nation-wide aquatic facilities remind us that the fun-filled, Summer activity can be...
Every year thousands of new products hit the market. As consumers, it’s easy to assume that these products have undergone proper testing and are safe. However, that is not always the case. To regulate the release of these new products and ensure their continued safety...
Compared to the average 2.5 ton car, semi-trucks weigh an average of 40 tons. This vulnerability of smaller vehicles makes it no surprise that when a semi-truck and automobile collide, severe injuries and fatalities occur. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), only...
There are a variety of ways that a construction accident can occur. Whether you are working on site or just a pedestrian passing by. You can get injured from falling debris, falls, electrocutions, explosions or burns, slips and falls, machinery accidents, getting trapped, overexertion, or...
Thousands of cyclists are injured each year in automobile accidents. Furthermore, given the obvious size and weight difference between a bike and car, many of these accidents are fatal. In 2019, 846 bicyclists were killed in traffic accidents and the majority of them occurred in...
When you or someone you love is injured in an auto accident, you have the right to seek compensation for medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and more. However, there are various myths or misconceptions about auto accident lawsuits that often dissuade people from hiring...
No matter what type of personal injury case you are dealing with, determining fault is not always clear. And identifying negligence is typically even more so difficult in cases of medical malpractice. When you go to seek medical treatment, a team of trained experts work...
With the most recent, nationwide spike in COVID cases, it’s more important than ever to take precautions for you and your family this holiday season. Just like you, we want nothing more than to spend this time of year with those we love. However, to...