Even today, some people believe that certain omens bring bad luck. They may dread the sight of a single magpie, feel worried when a black cat crosses their path, avoid walking under ladders, or refrain from opening umbrellas indoors. Although these signs might be considered irrational, the findings of one
Dentists often provide a valuable service, helping us maintain oral hygiene and preventing us from suffering problems such as gum disease. However, despite these benefits, many of us do not enjoy visiting these professionals. According to the NHS, one in every four Britons could have a phobia of dentists. Therefore,
Having a baby is perhaps one of the most rewarding experiences that life has to offer. Unfortunately, transporting newborns—and for that matter, children of any age—can often prove to be quite difficult. Despite their best efforts, most parents still make a number of potentially fatal errors when it comes to
Businesses use a waiver/release contract to try and eliminate the possibility of a lawsuit in the event a customer gets hurt participating in the company sponsored activity. Anyone who has rented a jet ski or boat has probably been asked to sign a waiver release stating they would not hold
In early 2013, the NFL passed a new rule prohibiting runners and defenders from lowering their heads “and striking a forcible blow with their helmets when outside the tackle box.” The rule was met with much criticism from fans and players alike; however, the regulation comes in light of mounting
According to a survey conducted by Liverpool firm O’Connor’s, a fifth of personal injury firms in the north-west of England are considering closure. An estimated 100,000 jobs could be lost over the coming year as a result. It is the smaller firms that will be most affected as larger
Facebook is one of the most popular social networking sites in the world, and this has led to unforeseen legal consequences for many users. For example, there have been several recent cases that have used information that was posted on the defendant’s Facebook wall to help prove their guilt. Additionally,
Medical practitioners are amongst some of the most trained professionals in the world. In all honesty, if there’s one professional service that we’ll all need in our lifetime, oftentimes before we even begin to form memories, it’s medical care. Unfortunately, the neglectfulness of doctors, nurses and other practitioners can sometimes
Consumers Union, a consumer advocacy group, has urged the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to adopt a proposed rule requiring metal hip implants to be reviewed through the agency’s premarket approval (PMA) process to prove that the devices are safe and effective. The group sent a comment letter to
Individuals who are arrested for a DUI in Florida can expect to deal with stiff fines, community service, an interlock ignition device and the possibility of jail time. Additionally, they will also face a long list of other financial and personal issues that can make it very difficult to bounce
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