Tag Archives: negligence
Who Is Responsible for Injuries Sustained in an Accident Caused by the Driver of a Stolen Car?
In negligence cases, it is relatively common for more than one party to be held responsible for a victim’s injuries. For instance, if an employee is driving a company car when she causes an accident, both she and the employer can be sued in court. This ability to hold a third party accountable for… Read More »
Healthy Hummus Turned Harmful
Fans of Trader Joe’s hummus will have to do without a few of their favorite flavors as a result of a recent recall of two specific flavors of the popular chain’s products. The two flavors have been found to be at risk of contamination with listeria, a dangerous and potentially deadly bacteria. Those who… Read More »
Can I Sue On Behalf Of Another Person?
When people we love and care for are mistreated or injured due to the actions of other people, we may want to make sure they are ok, and seek justice for them in any way we can. In some cases seeking justice may mean filing a personal injury lawsuit so as to help pay… Read More »
Protecting Good Samaritans To Encourage Response To Emergencies
When some people see another person in an emergency situation, their first reaction is to spring into action and render whatever aid they can at the moment. If the person in the emergency is conscious, in many cases they may offer their thanks for the assistance. However, in some cases, the rescued person may… Read More »
Who’s Liable If You’re Hurt on Public Transit?
Different rules typically apply to injuries that occur as the result of a government or public entity. Figuring out who is liable when you are injured on public transportation can be tricky to decipher. Riding on the bus, subway, or train is not inherently dangerous, but sometimes things do go wrong. If you are… Read More »
Negligent Security and Premises Liability
Whenever a criminal act occurs on business or private property, negligent security may be an issue. Property owners owe a duty of care to all persons who come onto their property for any reason. If landowners do not take the proper precautions to protect their visitors, crime victims may have a cause of action… Read More »
