Recent Blog Posts
Are You at Risk for Chrysler Defect Injuries?
Recently, Chrysler has undergone major recalls on various vehicular makes. Everything from the 2005 Chrysler SRT8 to the 2015 Chrysler 200 has been under review by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), bringing to light many defects that could prove to be dangerous if they are not detected and dealt with appropriately. Seek… Read More »
What Your Insurance Can Do for You in Auto Accidents
Inattentive, distracted drivers are everywhere. Often, these drivers do not take into the account the wellbeing of others, and thus are the cause of many accidents. If you have been injured or have been in a car accident, then you could be eligible for compensation for damages done to both your vehicle and to… Read More »
Laura Shelley v. Eagle Parking, LLC
Alwyn Fredericks and Ken Barré, of Cash, Krugler and Fredericks, recently tried Laura Shelley v. Eagle Parking, LLC in Fulton County State Court in front of Judge Wesley Tailor. Sharon Andrews, of the Law Office of James C. McLaughlin, represented the Defendant in the two-day trial. This case involved an injury to Ms. Shelley’s… Read More »
Listeria Bacteria Forces Recalls in Major Food Brands
Food tainted with Listeria bacteria continues to dominate news cycles in the United States. The latest food feared to be contaminated is sunflower seeds, present in several well-known and prominent brands. While no one is known to have become sick or died yet, this comes on the heels of another recall of major brands… Read More »
Georgia Considers Special Trucking Lanes to Protect Drivers
As part of a broader transportation initiative announced earlier this year by Gov. Nathan Deal, the state of Georgia is considering installing semi-only lanes for truck traffic in certain areas within the state. While relieving congestion is cited as a goal for separating large trucks from cars and motorcycles, the primary reason for investigating… Read More »
What Happens if I am in an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle?
When you are in a car accident with another driver, the issue is usually pretty simple. It might not feel easy to deal with insurance companies, but there are no questions of law. If someone hits you in your car, their insurance would cover the damage to your car, medical expenses, and pain and… Read More »
I Think I Was Hurt by a Defective Vehicle
Not every car accident is caused by driver error. In recent years, it seems to be more common for vehicle defects to lead to crashes or to exacerbate situations. There have been countless vehicle recalls over the past 10 years, many of which include defective airbags, seat belts, and other crucial vehicle components. If… Read More »
Product Liability: Understanding Improper Warnings
Our lives are filled with different products that we use frequently throughout the day, from our homes to our cars and just about everything in between. Each of those products can be filled with a variety of other parts or products that ensure that everything runs properly. Individually and as a whole, these products… Read More »
Lead Paint in Premises Liability Law
New houses built these days do not use lead-based paint. However, older houses built before 1978 do, and it may be in your walls, ceilings, and exteriors. Lead is highly poisonous, and as the nation has seen in Flint, Michigan’s lead pipe crisis, the damage can be extensive and long-lasting. Prolonged exposure can lead… Read More »
CK&F At GTLA’s Annual Convention
CK&F’s David Krugler and Alwyn Fredericks were a part of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association’s Annual Convention. Alwyn Fredericks was a co-chair for the trucking program on Ten Ways to Be a Better Truck Accident Attorney. David Krugler presented at the trucking program on the topic of Investigating Medical and Alcohol Issues.