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This blog was started as a source for information and news regarding Texas personal injury accidents. This blog has since evolved to feature related stories from all over the country. Additionally, we hope our blog provides a place for personal injury victims and their family members & loved ones to express their concerns, raise new questions, or to share memories of a loved one who has suffered as a result of such an accident. We update our blog daily and will be happy to keep any and all memories or comments posted live for visitors to view at any time.

It is common for those who have suffered a personal injury to have unanswered questions such as:

  • "How did this accident happen?",
  • "What can I do to stop this from happening to someone else?", or
  • "How can I hold the guilty parties responsible?".

Often times the expertise of our law firm can benefit the victims and their families mentioned in these pages. If you have any questions or are in need of experienced legal council, feel free to contact us 24 hours per day. We are here to help you find answers.

1 teen and 2 small children hospitalized following a 3:00am car crash

Auto Accident news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

Two young children and one teenager were injured in an early Monday morning Dallas auto accident. Police say that at around 3:00 a.m., a driver ran a red light at Westmoreland Rd and Singleton Blvd in Dallas... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Mitsubishi to recall over 2,000 vehicles due to fire hazard.

Product safety news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Mitsubishi has announced that it will be recalled over 2,000 of its Galant model vehicles due to potential fire hazards. So far, there have been no reported injuries caused by this defect... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Florida hotel and condo collapse injures two.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 7, two people were injured in a hotel floor collapse in Sunny Isles Beach, FL. They were rushed to nearby hospitals. Officials are still investigating the incident... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Three injured in house explosion in OK, possibly caused by propane tank.

Legal news from Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 7, a home exploded in Blanchard OK. Richard Hoff, Tanya Summer, and Bella Summer were injured and rushed to nearby hospitals. Investigators believe a leaking propane tank caused the explosion... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Amtrak train collides with truck, injuring one, in White County, IN.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

In White County, IN a man has been sent to the hospital after his truck was hit by an Amtrak train. The victim's name and condition are still unknown. The investigation is ongoing... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Jessica Shull struck by car while crossing interstate to help crash victim.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 7, Jessica Shull was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street to help a previous accident victim. She is currently in critical condition... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Timothy and Nancy Prosser hurt in car accident in Ashland County, OH.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Timothy and Nancy Prosser have been injured in a traffic accident in Ashland County, OH. Police report that they were hit by driver Christopher Maimone. Both Timothy and Nancy Prosser were taken to a hospital. The investigation is ongoing... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/8/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Two young children and one teenager hurt in Dallas car accident.

Legal news from Texas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 7, three children were hurt in a car crash in Dallas, TX. The vehicle carrying the children was struck by a driver who ran a red light. The children are currently in unknown condition at a nearby hospital... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/7/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Hyundai set to recall 47,000 vehicles.

Product safety news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Hyundai is set to recall over 47,000 vehicles after discovering a problem with the door locking mechanisms. So far, no injuries have been reported related to this defect... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/6/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Robert Long Jr. hit by car while working for street department.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On February 24, Robert Long Jr. was injured in a hit and run accident in Mansfield, OH while working for the city street department. He suffered serious internal injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/5/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Man injured by hit and run driver in Aurora, IL.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 4, a 57-year-old man was injured in a hit and run accident in Aurora, IL. The victim was struck by a Chevrolet Blazer that had run a red light. The driver of the Blazer fled on foot but was caught by police. The investigation is ongoing... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/5/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Montana Legg hurt in Clay County car wash explosion.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On March 4, Montana Legg was injured in a car wash explosion near Bickmore, WV. Police report that the walls of the car wash collapsed in the explosion, crushing Legg's vehicle and injuring Legg himself. The incident is still under investigation... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/5/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

FDA set to recall possibly thousands of different foods.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

The FDA has announced that potentially millions of pounds of food are contaminated with salmonella. According to the FDA, public health risk is low. A list of recalled products can be found on the FDA's website... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/5/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

David Jauchius injured in motel fire in South Portland, ME.

Legal news from personal injury advocate Michael Grossman:

On March 4, David Jauchius was injured in a motel fire in South Portland, ME. Officials believe the fire was caused by a leaking propane tank. The incident is still being investigated... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/5/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

American Electric Lighting initiates outdoor lighting fixture recall.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

American Electric Lighting has announced a recall of roughly 900 outdoor lighting fixtures due to possible shocking hazards. So far, no injuries have been reported... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Baxter Internation recalls dialysis machines.

Product safety news from Dallas accidental injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Baxter International has announced a recall of its dialysis machine due to potentially fatal malfunctions. Baxter is currently investigating the product to find the source of the malfunction... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Children's Bangles being recalled due to unsafe levels of lead.

Product safety news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that Children's Bangles, a set of children's bracelets, are currently being recalled due to unsafe levels of lead... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Randolph Packing beef recalled due to E. coli risks.

Product safety news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Approximately 96,000 pounds of beef manufactured by Randolph Packing has been recalled due to E. coli contamination. So far, no injuries have been reported... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Marilyn Houston's home burned in fire caused by faulty dryer.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On March, Marilyn Houston's home was destroyed in a fire that officials believe was caused by a faulty clothes dryer. No one was injured. The investigation continues... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Pedestrian in Holyoke, MA injured by drunk driver.

Legal news from Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 3, a pedestrian in Massachusetts was hit by a drunk driver, Arthur Mitchell. Mitchell was charged with his third DUI and numerous other offense. The name and condition of the pedestrian are currently unknown... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Beaumont, TX motorcycle accident injures woman.

Legal news from Texas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 4, a woman on a motorcycle was rear-ended by a car. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital. Police are still investigating the accident... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Teenager in Franklin County, PA hit by pickup truck while crossing street.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 4, a Franklin County, PA teenager was hit by a pickup truck. He was taken to a nearby hospital. Police are still investigating... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Drivers report that Toyota repairs didn't work.

Toyota recall news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Consumers are reporting that their vehicles are still accelerating uncontrollably after supposedly being fixed by Toyota. Officials are investigating the incidents... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Dorothy McKeown and one other hurt when oxygen tank causes house fire.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Dorothy McKeown and one other were injured in a house fire in Illinois on March 3. It is believed that the fire was caused by an exploding oxygen tank. Both victims were taken to nearby hospitals... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/4/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

245,000 window blinds and shades recalled from Meijer stores.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Approximately 245,000 window blinds and shades are currently being recalled due to strangulation risks. These products were sold at Meijer stores and Expo Design Centers. No injuries have yet been reported... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Mazda CX-9 vehicles recalled due to seat heater malfunctions.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Mazda has announced the recall of approximately 12,300 vehicles due to seat heater malfunctions. These heaters can potentially overheat, causing the vehicle to catch fire. No injuries have yet been reported... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Officer Jason Freeman injured in accident while responding to a call.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 2, police officer Jason Freeman was hurt in an accident in Virginia. Freeman was responding to a call when he was rear-ended. He was knocked unconscious, but did not suffer major injuries... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Four school children in Anna, IL injured by drunk driver.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 2, four children were injured when Tara Haas rear-ended an SUV that was dropping off children at a school in Anna, IL. Haas was charged with drunk driving. The investigation into the incident is ongoing... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Bicyclist injured in San Francisco bus accident.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On March 3, a bicyclist was hurt when he was hit by a bus in San Francisco. The injured person was taken to a nearby hospital. Officials are still investigating the incident... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Kerwin Banks struck by car, receives multiple broken bones.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 1, Kerwin Banks suffered multiple broken bones after being hit by a car while running for a bus. Officials are still investigating the incident... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Fork and spoon sets for children recalled.

Product safety news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Fork and spoon sets manufactured by Peachtree Playthings are currently being recalled due to possible choking hazards for children. There have been no reported injuries so far... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Nissian recalls 540,000 vehicles over brake issues.

Product safety news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Nissan has announced that approximately 540,000 vehicles will be recalled due to issues with the brake pedal and petrol gauges. So far, no injuries have been reported due to these issues... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Hit and run accident in Phoenix critically injures man.

Legal news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On March 3, a Phoenix, AZ man was critically injured in a hit and run accident. The man was rushed to a hospital. Police are still searching for the driver... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/3/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Mark Byerly's home destroyed by fire, propane company blamed.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On February 11, Mark Byerly's home was destroyed in a fire. Byerly believes that the propane company working on the home at the time is to blame. No one was injured in the event, but Byerly's home was completely destroyed... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

New Toyota recall: leaky oil hoses.

Product recall news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Over 100,000 vehicles have been added to the Toyota recall for leaky oil hoses. Toyota claims that this is not a safety issue, but wants consumers to bring in their vehicles for repairs anyway... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Microwave fire in Ohio leads to concerns over safety.

Product safety news from product injury lawsuit attorney Michael Grossman:

Recent incidents with GE microwaves catching fire have raised concerns over the safety of these products. Investigators are still trying to determine whether or not these issues warrant a recall... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

BigBox Hocket Sets recalled due to safety issues.

Product safety news from Texas defective product injury attorney Michael Grossman:

BigBox Hockey Sets have officially been recalled due to high levels of lead, according to a recent U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission report. So far, no injuries have been reported... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

1.3 million GM cars recalled due to power steering issues.

Product recall news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

GM has announced that 1.3 million vehicles will need to be recalled due to a defect in the power steering mechanism that can cause these vehicles to lose control. So far, fourteen accidents have been linked to this issue... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

State trooper Starlena Wilson struck and injured by vehicle.

Legal news from personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On February 27, State Trooper Starlena Wilson was hit by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop. Wilson is in serious condition in a nearby hospital. The driver was charged with aggravated reckless conduct... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Salmonella contamination prompts Kroger to recall numerous products.

Product recall news from personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Kroger has announced that various products sold at its stores might be contaminated with salmonella. These specific products have been recalled. So far, no injuries have been reported... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/2/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Insurance companies' new philosophy.

Difficulties with insurance claims examined by personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

Insurance companies are changing how they deal with clients who have been in accidents. These changes may seem like they are helping clients, but this is absolutely not the case... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/1/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

New FDA study suggests that diabetes drug Avandia be banned.

Legal news from Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

A new FDA study has linked Avandia to serious heart attack risk, and suggests that GlaxoSmithKline, Avandia's manufacturer, knew of these risks and allowed the drug to be sold anyway. The FDA is currently investigating the situation... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/1/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Dallas man hurt in accident involving drunk driver.

Legal news from Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On February 28, a Dallas man was hit by a drunk driver, James White. The Dallas man was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. White was arrested for intoxicated assault... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 3/1/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Home in Sacramento CA destroyed by SUV.

Legal news from Texas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On February 25, a Sacramento home was destroyed by an SUV. No one was injured in the incident, though the property damage to the home was extensive... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/27/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Head-on collision blamed on construction zone layout.

Legal news from Texas personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On February 26, there was a head-on collision between a dump truck and a passenger car in North Carolina. The wreck was largely blamed on a confusing construction zone layout. Officials are still investigating... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/27/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Clyde Counts injured after being rear-ended by police officer.

Legal news from personal injury lawsuit attorney Michael Grossman:

On February 26, Clyde Counts was rear-ended by an unmarked Horry County police car as Counts prepared to make a turn. He was taken to a nearby hospital but has since been released. An investigation is ongoing... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/27/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Scottsdale woman hit by garbage truck while on bicycle.

Legal news from Texas personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

A woman in Scottsdale, AZ was hit by a garbage truck while riding her bicycle on February 25. She is currently in critical condition. An investigation into the incident is underway... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/26/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Sandra Sanburg injured in Illinois accident.

Legal news from Texas personal injury lawyer Michael Grossman:

On February 24, Sandra Sanburg was taken to a hospital after her vehicle was hit by a truck driven by Eric Potter. Potter was ticketed for the incident. An investigation is still underway... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/26/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Home owned by William Dehart destroyed by Jeffrey Dixon.

Legal news from Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

On February 25, a home owned by William Dehart was destroyed by a pickup driven by Jeffrey Dixon. Dixon was charged with a felony. No one was injured in the incident... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/26/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

Polident, Fixodent, and other denture adhesives containing zinc linked to major health hazards

Legal news from Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman:

GlaxoSmithKline announced recently that it would discontinue production and distribution of three denture adhesives due to health risks. The affected Poligrip products are ... read more

Posted by: Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman | Posted on: 2/26/2010 | Permalink Link to this Article

 

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