Investigating Beyond the Collision: Traffic Signals, MOT, and Case Strategy
In this episode, traffic engineer Nick Brady explains the fundamentals of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) and traffic signal analysis, detailing how work zones and signal timing are meticulously designed and documented. He describes how his engineering background enables him to investigate crashes by reviewing construction plans, signal timing data, and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) to determine if standards were met. Brady highlights the "going beyond the collision" approach, using broader site context—such as advance signage and work‑zone layout—to uncover contributing factors that typical crash reconstructions might miss. He shares two case examples: a low‑data signal‑related crash where signal timing analysis provided plausible scenarios, and a work‑zone crash where contract and construction documents revealed potential setup deficiencies.
Rig Collapse Anatomy and Resulting Legal Issues
In this episode of the Best Insurance Law Podcast, Dr. Janine McCartney explains the anatomy of onshore rig collapses, detailing the types of drilling and completion rigs, common causes of instability such as outrigger failure and poor ground conditions, and...