Category: Accident Analysis / Reconstruction Mind the Gap: (Platform-to-Railcar Gap) TASA ID: 1013 This article addresses two critical safety issues that affect passengers using subway and commuter rail platforms: Platform-to-railcar horizontal gap and Platform-to-railcar vertical gap. Read more
Category: Accident Analysis / Reconstruction Forensic Analysis of Injury and Death by Asphyxiation TASA ID: 1785 If you were to dive into a pool and hold your breath, how long could you spend underwater? Probably less than a minute unless you conditioned to lower your metabolic rate like a meditating Yogi. However, with practice, many people can hold their breath for about two minutes. What do breath-hold diving, suffocation, strangulation, and drowning have in common? Read more
Category: Accident Analysis / Reconstruction Assembling Materials for Your Accident Investigation/Reconstruction TASA ID: 366 The more information the accident reconstruction analyst has in the beginning of the investigation, the better advantage(s)he has in analyzing your case. Contrary to popular belief, every accident is different in some form. However, gathering the basic information on most accidents remains constant. Read more
Category: Accident Analysis / Reconstruction, Transportation Trucks and Truck Accidents: Considerations for Litigators TASA ID: 189 Truck accidents are unique in many aspects. One that may be of special interest to litigators is that, even without causing personal injury, truck accidents can be expensive and involve property damages far above those typically generated by light vehicle accidents. Read more
Category: Accident Analysis / Reconstruction, Auto Safety, Product Liability, Transportation Auto Manufacturer's Liability in Pedestrian Injury Cases-Effect of Automobile's Front Structure Design TASA ID: 3190 Over the years, there have been several product liability litigations regarding pedestrian injuries and the front structure designs of the vehicles alleged as the significant factor. This topic was the subject of intense research many years ago, and there may be U.S. legislation in the near future. Read more
