Legal 
26th June 2009
Tort laws are created to assure accident victims that the offender will be punished for his negligent or reckless acts. The law also guarantees that a victim is entitled to file for claims to cover the expenses and damages caused by the accident.
These...
26th June 2009
Since the introduction of Water Park in the late 1940s, this recreational area has become popular especially for families with small children. But its popularity comes with a price. According to statistics, drowning is the second leading cause of preven...
26th June 2009
On the early morning of March 29, 2009, Adrianna Bachan, 18, and Marcus Garfinkle, 19, both college students, were crossing on a street when suddenly they were hit by a speeding vehicle.
According to some witnesses, Garfinkle was caught in the windshie...
26th June 2009
Generally, the federal and state laws are pro-labor and have been made to protect the rights and welfare of workers who are considered to be the lifeline of the economy.
To provide workers with more protection against abusive companies and employers, t...
26th June 2009
Q: If I slip, trip, or fall in someone else’s property, is the owner of the premise liable?
A: Yes, if you sustained injuries and the owner has failed to do his ultimate responsibility of providing safety for other people.
Q: How can I determine i...
26th June 2009
Whistle blowers are protected by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) which states that any employee who reported illegal activities of his company, participated in legal proceedings against his employer, or exercised his rights should not be har...
26th June 2009
Being a pro-labor society, federal and state laws have been created to protect workers from unfair labor practices such as discrimination, harassment, hostility, and retaliation.
According to a recent study, one of the most common forms of employment...
26th June 2009
In June 2008, Esmin Green, 49, has been waiting for nearly 24 hours inside Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn to receive treatment when she suddenly collapsed on the floor.
A surveillance camera shows how Green struggled for 30 minutes to get up, jolt...
26th June 2009
Water park is a popular summer destination especially for teenagers and families with young children. But with numerous freak accidents which happened in this popular destination, some vacationers worry about their own safety and their children’s.
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26th June 2009
Wrongful death happens when a person dies due to negligence or recklessness of a third party. In this situation, surviving relatives of the victims can file claims to cover the damages against the liable person.
According to Los Angeles wrongful death...
26th June 2009
The federal and state laws uphold the rights of workers and protect them from all forms of employment discrimination based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, age, and disability.
Some Basic Employment Laws in the US
1. FLSA Minimum ...
26th June 2009
While motorbike accidents have the highest fatality rate in collision, experts said that riders can lessen the risks of being injured or even death if they will follow certain precautions and adopt a safe behavior in riding such as:
• Wear clothing ...
26th June 2009
The death of actress Natasha Richardson is a reminder that people should not ignore simple headache and nausea since these may be symptoms of traumatic brain injury.
In March 2009, while skiing with her family in Mont Tremblant resort in Quebec, Richar...
26th June 2009
There is no federal law that obligates employers to give severance pay to their workers who will be laid off or terminated, with the exception of some states which require companies to provide severance pay for laid off employees.
While giving severanc...
26th June 2009
Kells vs Sinclair Buick-GMC Truck
Larry Kells, 50, was a car salesman suffering from a degenerative disease called muscular dystrophy that weakens skeletal muscles and limits his motor skills. Because of this condition, he asked his company, Sinclair ...
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