In 2015, an Amtrak train traveling from Washington to New York derailed in Philadelphia, killing 8 people and injuring about 200 others. One year later, Amtrak was ordered to pay $265 million to those affected. This January, the company quietly added a mandatory arbitration clause to the fine print of its ticket
The rate of pedestrian fatalities is increasing. From 2017 to 2018, pedestrian deaths went up by 14%. In November of 2018, there were 292 pedestrian crashes in the D.C. region – more than any other month. According to Michael Farrell of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG), this added risk can be
At Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., we want to wish you a very Happy Halloween. We also want to help you celebrate in the safest way possible. That’s why we’ve compiled the following set of safety tips: If You’re Behind the Wheel As trick-or-treaters roam the streets, drive with extra
Whether you know it or not, you and your loved ones have likely agreed to hashing out any potential legal claims with a contracted service provider through arbitration rather than the civil justice system. A form of alternate dispute resolution which keeps matters private and unfairly tips the scales in
A new school year is an exciting time, and while new teachers, courses, and classmates may offer plenty of reason to feel happy about the year ahead, there are as many reasons for students and parents to be concerned about safety. From a practical perspective, schools are filled with an
A bipartisan bill introduced by a Republican and Democratic senator is proposing a major change for the trucking industry: capping the top speed of commercial trucks at 65 MPH. Here are some details about the bill: The bill – The Cullum Owings Large Truck Safe Operating Speed Act of 2019 (S.2033) was introduced
Harvey Weinstein has tentatively agreed to a $44 million settlement to resolve a number of lawsuits filed by women who have accused the Miramax co-founder of sexual misconduct, a suit filed by the New York State Attorney General, and other pending claims against the film producer and his former empire. Though a
A bicyclist has much less protection than a motorist in an accident, which can make a bike accident with a car particularly traumatic. During this difficult time, it may be hard to think clearly, but it is important to take the proper steps following the accident to ensure your rights
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At Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., our car accident attorneys fight tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve, handling every aspect of your case to protect your rights. Trust us to stand by you and advocate aggressively on your behalf.
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