Entries by Pete Burns

When Cars and Trucks Collide, Serious Injuries Can Result

All car accidents have the potential to be serious, especially when high speeds are involved. Indeed, there is no doubt that car accidents which involve two passenger cars often result in serious or fatal injuries. When a large truck is involved, however, the injuries incurred by the occupants of the smaller vehicle are almost always serious. In […]

The Most Common Types of Medical Malpractice

FAST FACTS Out of 4,000 physicians surveyed, 48% said they had been named in a medical malpractice lawsuit. Surgeons and Ob/Gyns were the most named professionals in medical malpractice lawsuits. 49% of these physicians have been named in a medical malpractice lawsuit between two and five times. When you make an appointment with a doctor, […]

Proposed Orders in Coal Case

In the Coal Case, Judge Brooks ordered the attorneys to submit proposed orders on the pending motions for summary judgment. Both proposed orders are attached.  Plaintiffs’ central argument is that the Planning Commission lacked the authority to permit a coal handling facility as a coal mine. Plaintiff Proposed Order Defendant Proposed Order

Undue Influence: Financial Abuse of the Elderly

Unfortunately, as baby boomers began to reach retirement age, financial abuse of the elderly became a growth industry.  Fraudsters prey on the elderly because of their vulnerability, and the effects can be devastating to those who are too old, tired or confused to protect themselves.  If you suspect an elderly person is being exploited you […]