Detroit Legal Issues Blog

Electronic cigarettes have become very popular since they were introduced to the public. While these are preferred to regular cigarettes by many, they aren't a completely safe option. You have to consider the composition of the cartridges with the liquid you will vape. You also need to look at the design of the device to find even more potential hazards.

When you purchase a vaping device, you assume that the manufacturer put a safe product out. This might not be the case. In the news in recent years, there have been many reports of these devices exploding. You can think of these explosions in the same manner as that of fireworks. You wouldn't knowingly hold a firework that you know will explode in your hand. You certainly wouldn't put it in your mouth. Yet, this is possible when you have an e-cig.

As companies try to wrap up road construction projects before the first snowfall, drivers in the Detroit area need to be careful when they approach these zones. Some drivers aren't going to be safe when they come upon them. Whether they are distracted, drunk or just driving recklessly, they can cause serious accidents. These might result in injuries that last a lifetime, such as those to the spinal cord or brain.

As you can imagine, getting into an accident now could mean that you are going to spend the entire winter trying to make it through the snow to make it to doctor appointments. This is a difficult prospect in the Motor City.

Many drivers know that they should be on the lookout for other drivers who appear to be drunk. What you might not realize is that this isn't the only form of impairment you need to be aware of. Some drivers are high on drugs or too tired when they get behind the wheel. They might exhibit signs of impairment.

Here are some signs that you need to watch for if you are on the road:

• Driving slower than the speed limit
• Accelerating rapidly
• Almost hitting objects
• Braking suddenly and without reason
• Straddling the center line
• Weaving or drifting
• Not using headlight from dusk to dawn
• Leaning forward abnormally
• Turning suddenly or using a wide radius
• Tailgating other vehicles

Have you ever opened a package and wondered why something that seems so simple has such a massive set of instructions? In many cases, it doesn't seem like all that information is necessary. Some individuals won't even read through all those pages, but they are actually very important.

Manufacturers who create products must be sure that they are warning consumers about the possible dangers of the item. They need to instruct them on how to use the product safely. When clear instructions aren't included in the packaging information, there is a chance that the company might face legal action if a person is harmed by the product due to something that isn't covered.