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What Should Bicyclists Know to Keep Safe in Omaha?

By Jason Bottlinger on June 29, 2021

Omaha is a bicycle-friendly community. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in April 2019 to celebrate the completion of a 38-mile bike trail network, as reported on 3 KMTV. More than 600 signs at over 400 Omaha locations are posted on the trails in this network. These signs are designed to help cyclists navigate in unfamiliar areas, alert motorists to watch for bicycles, and assist bicyclists in a number of ways.

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Posted in: Bicycle Accidents

How to Get the Most Out of Your Motorcycle Accident Claim

By Jason Bottlinger on June 18, 2021

Motorcycle riders are completely unprotected in a crash and much more likely to suffer serious injuries than passenger vehicle occupants. If you have been hurt in a motorcycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you will want to get the most out of your Omaha personal injury claim. An experienced injury attorney can help you do just that.

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How to Recover Compensation in a Monsanto Roundup Claim

By Jason Bottlinger on June 15, 2021

Since October 2015, Monsanto has been embroiled in over a thousand lawsuits regarding Roundup’s lack of a warning label on its active ingredient: glyphosate, which some experts have linked to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. While the company has continued to fight back, there have been major wins for plaintiffs, including several multi-million-dollar jury verdicts.

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Posted in: Product Liability

Congratulations to the 2021 Bowties and Books Scholarship Winner

By Jason Bottlinger on June 3, 2021

Many great journeys start with the pursuit of knowledge, and the decision to go to college is not one most people make lightly. Picking the right school, debating about a major, choosing a career path – there are so many questions you have to ask yourself, and you can never predict what you will find along the way.

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Holding Peloton Accountable for Tread+ Injuries

By Jason Bottlinger on June 1, 2021

Peloton, the workout equipment manufacturer that became infamous for 2019’s strangest holiday commercial, has made headlines once against for a far more serious issue. Since launching its high-class treadmill Tread+, the manufacturer has faced public backlash following reports that multiple children and pets were injured by the device. This culminated in March 2021, when a 6-year-old child was killed by a Tread+, which eventually forced the company to recall the device on May 5, 2021.

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And the 2021 Bowties and Books Finalists Are…

By Jason Bottlinger on May 25, 2021

Since announcing the 2021 Bowties and Books Scholarship, Bottlinger Law L.L.C. has been busy reading each applicant’s essay. This was a difficult task given the fact that we received over 1,000 applications, but our team was up for the challenge. Following an intense and lively debate, we have decided on 5 finalists for the 4th annual Bowties and Books Scholarship, one of whom will go on to win a $2,500 scholarship!

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How Auto Recalls Save Lives

By Jason Bottlinger on May 14, 2021

Getting letters or emails from your dealership about an auto recall may seem like an inconvenience, but these simple documents include important information. Recalls warn drivers about safety defects in their vehicles that can lead to serious injuries. Unfortunately, it often takes more than one collision for companies to issue recalls.

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Determining Who Is Responsible for a Truck Accident

By Jason Bottlinger on April 30, 2021

Commercial truck accidents remain one of the most dangerous types of collisions on the roads around Nebraska, killing multiple drivers and pedestrians every year. If you were injured or lost a loved one in an Omaha truck wreck, you may be looking for someone to hold accountable for your medical bills. But these cases are complex and require an in-depth investigation to determine how the collision occurred and who is responsible.

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Nebraska’s Laws on Automated Vehicles

By Jason Bottlinger on April 12, 2021

Self-driving cars may sound like a futuristic endeavor, but newer and newer technology is being developed and tested every day across the country. As exciting as these vehicles sound, there are still many questions about how safe they will be and how drivers should respond in a wreck. While laws surrounding these vehicles are still in the early stages, it is important for every driver to understand their rights after a collision with a self-driving car.

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Posted in: Car Accidents

The Long-Term Damage of Facial Fractures

By Jason Bottlinger on April 5, 2021

Fractures in the face and skull can absolutely transform someone’s life. The bones of the skull lock together in an intricate manner. When any section is broken, the injury can result in deep scars and disfigurements, brain damage, and disabilities. To recover from a facial or skull fracture, you require extensive medical treatment, multiple surgeries, and months of pain and suffering. However, if your injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence, then you may be able to cover all of your damages in a personal injury claim.

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