People convicted of drunk driving should have ignition interlock devices installed on their cars to keep them from starting the automobile if they are intoxicated. Federal safety officials are now backing this car accident safety plan. The National Transportation Safety Board said this DWI accident policy could be a major…
Recent reports in the news media have shown that livestock on farms near oil and gas drilling operations have been falling sick and dying. Many scientist and residents suspect chemicals used in drilling and fracking operations are poisoning animals through the air, water or soil. Earlier this year, Michelle Bamberger,…
I am amazed reading about a massive dust storm swirling reddish-brown clouds over northern Oklahoma that triggered a major accident along an interstate near Arkansas. According to news reports, the interstate had near blackout conditions. The storm caused a multi-car accident. According to news reports the interstate accident involved nearly…
A very unfortunate accident occurred in Sharp County. Four emergency responders were injured while helping at an accident in Sharp County. According to news reports a car lost control in a curve, hit a tree, and came to rest nearby. While emergency personnel were helping with the crash, another vehicle…
The hormone damaging chemical BPA, or bisphenol-A, can no longer be used to make baby bottles and sippy cups. The mandate of the Food and Drug Administration will have limited impact, because manufacturers have already stopped using BPA in these beverage containers. However, the FDA did not ban BPA use…
Whether you’re driving a vehicle, riding a bicycle, or walking, it is important to remember some safety tips that could save your life. At Pfeifer Law Firm, we are committed to helping you understand your roadway rights under Arkansas law and recover monetarily when you have been injured by someone…
One of the biggest challenges is getting young teenage drivers to understand that their actions behind the wheel can have serious implications. I recently read an article concerning a driver simulation computer that involves simulated driving and interactions with police, judges and emergency medical personnel in an 20-minute experience featuring…
An Arkansas boat accident victim died of injuries sustained following a two vessel boating accident on the Ouachita River in Ashley County Arkansas. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is investigating the Arkansas boat crash. This is the time of year when many Arkansas residents and tourists visit Arkansas rivers…
According to a recent news report, the federal government is considering closing dozens of courtrooms, many of which are located in small, rural communities, as part of an effort to cut costs. According to the report, six of the courts are located in Arkansas. Federal Courthouses in Arkansas are found…
I recently read a story about a study put out by Michelin North America that documents how common tailgating is in Arkansas and around the country. According to the study, 74% of drivers say someone tailgated them in the past six months. But only 11% admit to tailgating someone else.…