Metier Law Firm is dedicated to helping injured victims and their families find comfort, safety, and strength when they need it most. We’re also dedicated to helping our communities stay safe and informed, and this section of our blog contains a wealth of information you can use to educate yourself about various aspects of personal injury law. We discuss motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, car accidents, and other serious injuries. We also discuss what to do after being injured, what to expect when working with a personal injury attorney, and so much more. We update our blog with new content frequently, so check back often for the latest news and updates.
Spring is just around the corner, and when the weather warms, people break out the grill. While there is no denying how delicious food can be when it is grilled, we must also consider how dangerous grilling can be when it is not done properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between 2005… read more
As the days slowly begin to warm, you may be considering trying out some new warm-weather activities. Depending on which activity you choose, you may be required to sign a waiver of liability. Liability wavers are designed to shield business proprietors from legal repercussions should you get hurt. Such waivers are rarely ironclad, though, especially… read more
We wrote earlier this week about the differences in FDA recall classifications. As we mentioned, Class I recalls pose the highest risk to patients. In a recent Class I recall, St. Jude Medical announced at the end of 2011 that its Riata defibrillator leads could potentially injure or kill patients. An estimated 79,000 patients remain… read more
When a drug you are prescribed is recalled it can be a little alarming. Not all recalls are equal, though, and knowing the difference between them will help you understand when you should worry. Drug recalls come in three classes; Class I, Class II and Class III. A Class I recall indicates that a drug… read more
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the agency responsible for ensuring that our medications are safe. If the FDA determines that there is a problem with a certain drug, it will request that the manufacturer recall the product. There are several reasons why the FDA will demand the recall of a drug: It is… read more
When you are working in a hazardous job, the potential for injury is always present. You are required to move quickly to get your job done, yet remain aware of all the dangers surrounding you. Falling is a danger present on a variety of work sites. The majority of workers are cautious when working at… read more
You may have used ladders all of your life, but not following proper ladder safety procedures could land you in the hospital. Gravity is unforgiving, and a fall from even a small height can cause serious injury. If your job involves ladder use, following the guidelines below will help you avoid an unexpected workplace accident.… read more
Working in the oilfield or in other industrial professions, you may be required to operate a forklift. Forklifts save time and prevent injuries by carrying heavy loads with ease, but they can become dangerous very quickly when operated by an untrained or reckless driver. Safetytoolboxtalks.com has some excellent guidelines for safe forklift operation: Buckle your… read more
If you are considering consulting an attorney for your injury, you may be curious to know what happens in a bench or jury trial. A trial happens only after the “fact-finding” phase, also known as discovery, takes place and only if the parties cannot come to an agreement on their own. A trial is held… read more
The pre-trial phase of your personal injury lawsuit will involve what is known as the discovery process. The discovery process involves gathering information about either party, allowing each side to gather evidence and build their arguments for trial. This process can be time consuming, expensive and frustrating. There are five steps to the discovery process:… read more
