PANY CAR ACCIDENT WITH A WORK VEHICLE
DASHBOARD DETECTIVE
We have sued major publicly traded companies in order to get as much leverage as possible. Employers are responsible for negligent hiring, training, and supervision. If an employee has a bad driving record prior to employment, the employer should know and not allow that driver to operate a company vehicle. We have also seen situations when employers fail to provide training to drivers on the rules of safe driving. This can lead to a lawsuit for negligent training of the driver.
Four Common Dashboard Symbols and What They Mean
Here are a few examples of work vehicle cases we have handled:
As you run around town in your vehicle of choice, there is one thing you hope to never see inside that vehicle: the check engine light. This symbol, like many of the other symbols on the dashboard, usually tells you that something is wrong, but it’s not always clear what that is. Well, here’s a little help! Battery Warning This straightforward light looks like a battery with plus and minus signs. When it lights up and the engine is off , it can mean your car battery is draining and the alternator isn’t feeding a charge to the battery. If left unaddressed, the battery will die and you may need to jump-start your vehicle. Should this light come on while the engine is on , something may be wrong with the battery or the charging system. Check Engine Warning This light looks like a little motor. When it comes on, it means the vehicle’s computer detected a malfunction. You can purchase a car code reader to plug into your car, which will give you a code to look up online to find out what the problem is. (Some higher-end readers will tell you the problem outright.) In many cases, you will not be able to address the problem on your own. Engine Temperature Warning This symbol looks like a thermometer in water. If it lights up, the engine temperature is above the normal range. Check coolant levels and ensure there's not a coolant leak. While checking the coolant, make sure the engine fan is running properly and the radiator cap is secure. If all of these check out and the light stays on, further professional diagnostic and repair may be needed. Oil Pressure Warning This light looks like an oil can. When it lights up, it can mean the engine has lost oil pressure or there is a lack of proper lubrication in the system. If driving, find a safe place to pull over and check the oil level and pressure as soon as possible. If this isn’t taken care of, it can result in serious damage to engine components and a costly repair bill.
• A traveling salesperson for a multinational company violated the safe driving rules and crashed into our client in a rental car.
• A construction worker in a work truck failed to yield the right of way by exiting a private drive into oncoming traffic and injured our client.
• A dump truck driver did not pay attention to road conditions and rear- ended our client’s vehicle.
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• A taxicab driver failed to follow the rules of the road and slammed into our client, causing neck and back injuries.
BIRTHDAY CAKE BAKED OATMEAL FOR ONE (YES, REALLY)
INSPIRED BY ITSTAYLERMARIE.ORG
Did you know that January is National Oatmeal Month? If you tend to think of oatmeal as boring, this fun dessert-themed recipe just might change your mind. To go all out, top with a candle and a dollop of whipped cream.
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1 browning banana, mashed
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Splash of vanilla extract
1 tsp brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder
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2 tsp sprinkles
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat your oven to 350 F and prepare a small oven-safe dish. 2. In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the sprinkles. 3. Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish. 4. Bake for 25 minutes or until the oatmeal is golden brown. 5. Let the oatmeal cool slightly, top with sprinkles, and dig in!
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