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Bike-sharing Programs are both Beneficial and Risky

Bicycle-sharing programs have become popular in cities large and small across the United States, with recent programs rolling out in 2015 in Atlanta and Philadelphia, and future programs planned in Detroit and Louisiana.

Car Accident Cause by Passing in a “No Passing Zone”

Driving safely is the responsibility of every driver.

Pedestrians Hit While Jogging

Joggers and skaters are more likely than other pedestrians to be involved in road accidents

Was the Accident You Were Injured in Caused by Vehicle Defect?

There are many factors that can lead to an automobile accident such as drunk driving, vehicle operators drifting into the wrong lanes, speeding, and talking or texting on a cell phone. At times, accidents are also caused by vehicle malfunction.

Chest Injury Cause by Seatbelt in a Car Accident

Car accidents are a common occurrence across the United States. While many injuries can be caused by improper seatbelt use, there have been many cases where people have suffered an injury because of seatbelt use.

Home or Hospital: Best Place to Have a Safe Birth?

Despite the comforts of giving birth in your home, evidence overwhelmingly suggests that hospital births are safer, smarter, and a much better choice for new mothers.

An Overview of Mediation in California Personal Injury

Many personal injury cases end up in mediation. Litigation is often expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally draining. Mediation is generally a cheaper, faster, easier alternative to litigation.

California’s Good Samaritan Law

In California, there is no duty to rescue or assist another person who is in danger or in an emergency situation. This means that you cannot be held liable for not helping out; neither a lawsuit nor criminal charges can be filed.

Sports and Assumption of Risk

Sports and athletic activities can be dangerous to both players and spectators. Players risk being tackled, tripping while running, being hit with a ball or puck, or being fouled by another player.

Driverless Vehicles and Personal Injury

Recently, Google’s prototype driverless cars have been navigating the roads around Mountain View, California. They have been involved in two recent accidents, though the accidents were non-serious in nature, and were caused by other drivers.

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