The average human body is usually robust and resilient enough to survive the physical knocks and bumps to be expected in life relatively unscathed. However falls from height in course of employment are unfortunately of a different magnitude altogether and usually not expected – and the combination of the initial
According to the most recent statistics, in 2010 there were 30,196 fatalities due to car accidents in the United States. Unfortunately that huge number, though shocking, isn’t really that surprising considering what we see on the roads every day. We know that motor vehicle accidents are all too common, and most
You have been arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and now you are facing your future with uncertainty. The first thing to consider is the fact that you cannot change the past. The arrest has happened and the court date has been set. Now, it’s your turn to take
Riding a bike is something everyone enjoys, from young children to adults. Some people enjoy leisurely riding their bike on a sunny afternoon, while others rely on their bicycle as their primary method of transportation. Bicycles vs. Motor Vehicles Cyclists who are mingling with traffic, such as motor vehicles and
A vehicular homicide charge, also known as vehicular manslaughter in some states, involves killing someone during a traffic accident. However, there are several conditions that must be met before this specific charge can be applied. For example, the responsible driver needs to be found negligent of doing something unlawful that
Dealing with a DUI can be difficult enough from a financial standpoint, but there are also several other important factors that will have an impact on your life. For example, if you are convicted of a DUI, it is possible that you will lose your job. Although this is definitely
Making jewelry may be a creative endeavor but now there is a legal side to consider before selling it online or in stores in the state of California. California’s Metal-Containing Jewelry Law limits the amount of lead levels in jewelry and mandates that jewelry sellers warn potential customers about jewelry
The financial and legal consequences that a DUI will cause can be astronomical. In fact, many experts estimate that the true cost of a first-time DUI ranges from $5,000 to $15,000. When you consider how much of a negative impact this will have on your life, it is easy to
Each year, more people in the United States die from prescription medication overdoses than from overdoses of cocaine and heroin combined, the CDC reports. Abuse of prescription drugs, especially painkillers, has become a serious crisis around the world. If you think the problem only impacts those who willingly go looking
A 65-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash after he was struck by a vehicle and dragged on the street for 75 feet. According to a CBS Los Angeles news report, the fatal pedestrian collision occurred the night of July 2, 2013 at the intersection of Alameda and Oak
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