Tesla’s Self-Driving Semi Is Already Crossing the Country

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Tesla’s Self-Driving Semi Is Already Crossing the Country

Technology is evolving faster than ever, and the trucking industry could see itself revolutionized sooner than anyone thought. Back in January 2018, we wrote about self-driving technology and how some trucking companies are pushing to make autonomous trucks a reality. Less than a...

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Texas Car Accident Deaths Drop, But State Still Has Most Deadly Roads

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.

Recent government data shows that while deaths on Texas roads dipped in 2017, the state is now home to the nation’s deadliest roadways. Figures released in October by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show 3,722 people lost their lives on streets and highways i...

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Study Confirms Understanding of Most Effective Mesothelioma Treatments

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, November 7, 2018.
Study Confirms Understanding of Most Effective Mesothelioma Treatments

The results of a long-term study on the effectiveness of mesothelioma treatment by Belgian scientists should bring comfort and confidence to patients currently receiving care or who are about to begin their journey. The study, published in November 2018 in the scientific journal ...

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“Black Box” Data: What Is it and Why Is it Important in Truck Accident Lawsuits?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, October 31, 2018.
“Black Box” Data: What Is it and Why Is it Important in Truck Accident Lawsuits?

Airplanes have “black box” recorders, but did you know that trucks have similar technology? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) requires all commercial trucks and buses to have electronic logging devices (ELDs) onboard. Most commercial trucks also have som...

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Drivers Don’t Just Cause Truck Accidents–Truck Defects Can Be to Blame, Too

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.

When many people think of truck accidents, they think of negligent truck drivers who fail to pay attention behind the wheel. But truck accident cases are often much more complex than that. The cause of the accident may actually be defective truck parts that prevented the truck dr...

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Top 4 Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Personal Injury on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.

Every spinal cord injury happens differently and changes the injury victim’s life in a unique way. Still, there are commonalities. In the United States, motor vehicle accidents cause the most spinal cord injuries. Falls, violent acts and sports injuries are also to blame. 1. Ca...

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Who Is at Risk for Mesothelioma?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, October 10, 2018.

Like any other cancer, mesothelioma can be scary. People who hear about it in the news or on TV, or who see their friends and coworkers struggle with it, worry if it will happen to them. The truth is that the biggest risk factor for mesothelioma is asbestos exposure. People who w...

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Childbirth in the U.S. Can and Should Be Safer

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Medical Malpractice on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.

Are you pregnant and hoping day in and day out for a safe delivery? If so, you might want to reconsider having your baby in a U.S. hospital. Other developed countries, such as Canada, Germany, France, England and Japan all have lower rates of maternal deaths than the United State...

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Safety Week Underscores Importance of Truck Brake Maintenance

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.

When we hit the road as part of our daily routines, we are all putting significant faith in the idea that we will arrive at our destinations safely. We can be the most experienced and defensive drivers, but one thing can go wrong and tragically impact our lives. Truck accidents s...

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Poor Truck Maintenance Can Kill Innocent Drivers

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, September 26, 2018.

Eighteen-wheelers are dangerous enough, let alone when an inexperienced driver gets behind the wheel. But if the driver or trucking-company fails to keep the rig in safe operating condition, the consequences can be even more disastrous. Federal, state, and industry rules and guid...

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