Author: Dixon Law Office
Huge Recall of Defective Bicycle Helmets
More than 31,000 Bell Exodus bicycle helmets have been recalled. Bell Sports of Scotts Valley, California, has recalled ALL Bell Exodus bicycle helmets sold between August of 2009 and March of 2011. The helmets were sold in the US, mostlyContinue reading
Bicycle Deaths
Everyone knows that riding a bicycle is great exercise and a wonderful way to experience the great outdoors. It can also be deadly. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, 630 people died in bicycle-related accidents in 2009. “ManyContinue reading
Once Every 10 Minutes
In 2009, more than 51,000 people suffered an injury while riding a bicycle that was serious enough to require a trip to the emergency room. That means about every 10 minutes, someone is injured in a bicycle accident. The sameContinue reading
Pedestrian Safety
Taking a stroll along the sidewalk is a pleasure most of us enjoy. However, when a driver is not paying attention, it can be dangerous. Dixon Law Office founder G. Grant Dixon III represented a woman who was walking on theContinue reading
Dangerous Vehilces – Small Electric Cars
They are popular in retirement communities. You may have seen them cruising around the treets of your neighborhood. The look like electric golf carts on steroids. The ave headlights, seatbelts, and seats but not much else. They are cute andContinue reading
Car Seat Safety – Children Under 1 Year Old
Before you take your new baby on the road, make sure you have a safe car seat. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, children less than 12 months old should be in a rear-facing car seat. Seats thatContinue reading
Pool Safety – Drain Covers Recalled
Summer is pool season. Whether you swim in a neighborhood pool or one in your backyard, you assume the pool has been designed and maintained properly. Sadly, that is frequently not the case. The Consumer Products Safety Commission has announcedContinue reading
June is National Safe Driving Month
Author Dixon Law OfficePosted on Categories Auto/Car Crashes, Children, Infants, Truck Crashes, Young Adults June is National Safe Driving Month. At Dixon Law Office, we have represented hundreds of clients who have been injured in automobile accidents. In 2009 alone, nearly 5,500 people died from accidents caused by distracted driving. Every single one of theseContinue reading
Kiddie Pool Dangers
In the last 10 years, more than 200 children under the age of 12 have drowned in “Kiddie Pools,” according to a recent article. These inflatable pools seem safe because they are small. The reality is they are very dangerous.Continue reading
Bicycle Accident Lawyer with Experience On the Bike and In Courtroom
Bicycle accident cases are personal for Dixon Law Office founder, Grant Dixon. “As a cyclist for more than 30 years, I know how dangerous it is for people riding on a bicycle,” Grant said. He has first-hand experience in the dangersContinue reading