Car Wrecks, 18 Wheeler Wrecks and Event Data Recorders
Many times in big car wrecks, particularly wrecks with 18-Wheelers, there can be disputes over how the wreck occurred. Who was speeding, who veered into which lane of traffic, who made first contact, or who was distracted are all questions that can arise. Most newer vehicles, and almost all 18 Wheelers, are now equipped with event data Read More
In a Car Wreck? What to do (or at least consider)
Injured in a car wreck? Suggestions on what to do and when to do it are below. These suggestions or tips are designed to apply to your typical car wreck. Other blog posts note that wrecks involving 18 wheelers or other commercial vehicles can be different and more complicated. You may need to consider hiring a lawyer almost immediately Read More
2014–Wins for Clients and Some On-Going Battles for Justice
We wanted to post a year in review style blog post for two purposes. First, to summarize for folks much of what we have been working on in the last year, and two, to remind folks that McMath Woods areas of practice are quite broad. This post will be updated over the next several days. McMath Read More
18 Wheeler Wrecks and Definition of Commercial Motor Vehicle
Recently there has been much talk and “traffic” about hours of service regulations for 18 Wheelers. Hours of service regulations define how much a driver can drive during certain periods of time and apply to Commercial Motor Vehicles. An important first question is what qualifies as a Commercial Motor Vehicle for purposes of the Federal Read More
McMath Woods has received a First Tier ranking in Little Rock in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for 2015.
We are pleased to announce that McMath Woods P.A. has received a First Tier ranking in Little Rock in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for 2015. To see our ranking, click here. For more information on the rankings, please see the press release below from Best Read More
Car Wreck Injuries and Insurance
We get calls all the time from injured folks who are worried about how their initial medical bills will be paid. Most people in Arkansas have what is commonly referred to as first party “med pay” coverage or personal injury protection (PIP) coverage on their vehicles. The amount of coverage available is usually at least Read More
Stryker Claim Registration Deadline
Just a reminder, there is a deadline for registration of claims in the Stryker hip proposed settlement. The deadline is December 14, 2014. By registering, you are not stating that you will participate in the settlement program. That decision does not have to be made at this time. You have until March 2, 2015 to Read More
5 McMath Woods Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine
Bruce McMath, Sam Ledbetter, Will Bond and Carter Stein were all recently recognized as 2014 Mid-South Super Lawyers by the Super Lawyers Magazine. Ross Noland was named a Rising Star. Bruce McMath was recognized in the category of plaintiff’s products liability work. Sam Ledbetter was recognized in the category of environmental litigation. Will Bond and Read More
Proposed Stryker Hip Settlement
Stryker has agreed to pay more than $1 billion to attempt to settle cases involving its Rejuvenate and ABG II hip implant devices. These devices were voluntarily recalled in July of 2012. McMath Woods P.A. has been handling these types of recalled hip cases and is currently reviewing the detailed settlement agreement that was finalized Read More