Seat Belts are some of the most obvious pieces of auto safety equipment, yet many drivers and car passengers still do not avail themselves of lap belts and shoulder restraints. The evidence is overwhelming that they work to reduce injury and save lives. The Washington Post reports that seat-belt use by Americans has bumped up…
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Giving is what being an effective and empathetic trial lawyer is all about. If you cannot give of yourself, then you will not be an effective advocate for someone who has no voice. At this week’s USAT National Championship, Doug Landau again demonstrated that giving is second nature to the third generation lawyer. On Friday…
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The costs of medical care are on everyone’ mind these days. Having worked for the incoming President of the American Medical Association (“AMA”), Doug Landau has long advocated for positive changes in the delivery and economics of the delivery of medical services in the United States. The subject is complex, and there are many competing…
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The bike dismount area at this weekend’s National Triathlon Championship was the scene of crashes, “near misses” and equipment going in all directions. However, race officials did the smart, safe thing – the changed the course for the USAT Sprint National Championships which will be contested at high speed and on wet pavement. The rain…
Continue readingThe rubber stamp used to be lethal weapon in an insurance company’s arsenal. A “DENIAL” by a health insurance company used to be the final word on treatment for many American families. However, it’s a new day for American consumers; the Affordable Care Act enlarges the rights of insureds to appeal denials. These rights include…
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