Wrongful Death Archives

The elements of a successful wrongful death claim

Posted on June 23, 2017July 11, 2022

Losing a loved one unexpectedly is one of the most difficult things that any family can go through. Not only does it bring significant emotional duress and mental suffering, it can also bring financial struggles for your family, both immediately after the accident and long into the future. If you lost a loved one due […]

What to do when a loved one has died in a nursing home

Posted on May 5, 2017July 11, 2022

You probably remember the day your parent moved into the nursing home you had carefully chosen together. Such times are often highly emotional, and many adult children experience worry and anxiety, wondering whether they made the right choices for their loved ones. Whether your parent spent only a few weeks in residence before passing away, […]

Fiat Chrysler Fined $105m Over Recall Mismanagement

Posted on July 27, 2016July 11, 2022

Admitting to federal safety law violations, Fiat Chrysler has agreed to pay $105 million, submit to federal oversight, and hire an independent monitor. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fiat Chrysler had mishandled 23 recalls affecting approximately 11 million vehicles. The $105 million fine comprises two components: a $70 million cash fine and […]

Judge Confirms Record Breaking Verdict Against Fedex

Posted on July 27, 2016July 11, 2022

In the largest jury award in New Mexico history, a judge agreed to uphold a jury’s decision to grant $165 million in a wrongful death suit against FedEx. FedEx said it plans on appealing the decision. The lawsuit stemmed from a 2011 crash involving a FedEx truck in which a mother and her four-year-old daughter […]

Ikea Announces Tip-over Hazard For Chests & Dressers

Posted on July 23, 2016April 20, 2023

IKEA recently announced that it would begin offering free wall-anchoring repair kits for its child and adult dressers after two reports of child deaths. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a repair program, in conjunction with IKEA North America, that offers free wall anchoring kits for IKEA chests and dressers. According to incident […]

8 Dead, 44 Injured After Charter Bus Rollover

Posted on May 16, 2016July 11, 2022

On Saturday, a charter bus was traveling to Eagle Pass, Texas when it crashed and rolled over, killing eight people and injuring 44 others. Seven of the individuals died at the scene of the accident on Highway 83 and one other died at the hospital. There were 52 total passengers on board. According to reports, […]

Connect With The Wyatt Law Firm, Ltd. Online!

Posted on April 5, 2016July 11, 2022

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Defective Respironics Ventilator Lawsuits

Posted on March 2, 2016July 11, 2022

Some claim that Respironics brand ventilators are defective and can lead to patient injury or death. Respironics is self-described as a “leader in the sleep and respiratory markets.” The company manufactured a variety of different ventilators to help people living with conditions like sleep apnea and other respiratory disorders. Respironics has issued various recalls of […]

Resolve To Seek The Compensation You Deserve This New Year

Posted on January 7, 2016July 11, 2022

For many individuals, the New Year brings with it a sign of hope, potential, and possibility. As the clock strikes midnight, many people make resolutions to better themselves and make this the best year they have had yet. Unfortunately, not everyone is privileged enough to pursue normal goals and dreams. For some, this year can […]

Permian Basin, Eagle Ford Traffic Fatalities Reach Near 700 in 2014

Posted on July 6, 2015July 11, 2022

Last year, traffic fatalities in the Permian Basin increased 16 percent from 365 to 424 while traffic fatalities in the Eagle Ford Shale region increased 13 percent from 240 to 272. In both regions combined, there were approximately 8,600 accidents that resulted in injury or fatality. Accidents in this region are attributed to – in […]