Will The Auto Industry Keep Funding The Takata Recall?
One of the largest auto parts manufacturers in Japan is reeling as the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration prepares to expand the largest consumer safety recall ever. Over 23 million vehicles have already been recalled, and with more vehicles being added to the list every day, Takata Corp. could soon find itself drowning in […]
Four Things Young Lawyers Need To Know
Colson Hicks Eidson partner Julie Braman Kane just finished an interview with the Young Lawyers Division of the Florida Bar. In her interview, she talked about her family, her efforts to be a leader in the Florida legal community, and what she has learned about growing into the best legal professional she can be. So […]
Tragedy In The Lone Star State: Did The Takata Defect Strike Again?
If you have a car that has been recalled in the Takata defective airbag scandal, you need to get your vehicle repaired immediately, says the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA.) This comes in the wake of another deadly crash that leaves two parents wondering why they hadn’t heard of the Takata recall before now. […]
Supply Vs Demand: Can Takata Replace All The Defective Inflators Being Recalled?
It has been eight years since the defects in Takata airbag inflators were discovered and recalled, but the auto industry is still reeling from the massive recall. So far we have only just discovered what caused the defects, and now—as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) determines if even more vehicles need to be recalled—automakers […]
Is Arbitration Turning Civil Court Into Corporate Court?
Have you heard of arbitration? It’s a separate legal system used by corporations to handle disputes with employees and consumers. The institutions that use this system claim that it is fair and faster than the regular court system, but what they won’t tell you is that they can influence arbitration in their favor, and they […]
Nuclear Runoff In Biscayne Bay? What Is The Government Doing About This Problem?
The University of Miami has found something that could affect everyone living in Coral Gables and the surrounding area. A spike in the radioactive element called tritium could indicate a problem that the Florida Power & Light company has ignored for years, but what do Floridians need to know about this contamination? Is There Nuclear […]
Daily Fantasy Sports Legalized In Indiana? Does That Mean It Should Be Legal In Other States?
Daily fantasy sports continues to stew in a pot of controversy, but progress is being made as lawmakers sort through the legal details of the highly popular online activity. States like Virginia and Indiana have just signed DFS bills into law, but the differences in these laws could leave the fate of DFS uncertain. Daily […]
Did Florida Just Dodge Another Oil Spill Disaster?
A new energy bill is being blocked by Florida Sen. Bill Nelson. The Senator believes this bill could open a gateway to oil drilling off the coast of Florida, and after incidents like the BP oil rig explosion, the Senator doesn’t want to risk his state. Did Florida Just Dodge Another Oil Spill Disaster? Colson […]
Murder at Sunset: How Arbitration Clauses Are Causing Elder Abuse
She was friendly, and at the age of 100, this nursing home resident was known for walking the halls and asking fellow residents if they wanted a hug. She was so nice that she even befriended her latest roommate, a woman who had been diagnosed with anxiety disorder, delusions, dementia, depression and paranoia. Murder At […]
Why Does Florida Lead The Nation In Motorcycle Fatalities?
For 10 days every year, Florida becomes the epicenter of the motorcycling world. Daytona bike week brings motorcyclists of all types from every corner of the US, and from across the world, but our state has a dark secret when it comes to motorcyclists on our street. Florida just happens to be one of the […]
