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Toyota's Woes Likely To Grow as Product Liability Lawsuits Develop

Toyota, the carmaker whose name until recently stood for reliability, may soon be known instead as the carmaker subject to more product liability lawsuits than any other in history.

South Carolina’s Dog Bite / Dog Attack Laws

Man’s best friend can have a vicious side. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, it is estimated that 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year.

Hazards and Consequences: Texting While Driving in New Jersey

Though those driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol have long been one of the road’s greatest liabilities, recent studies show that those who text while driving may be even more dangerous.

Parenting Plans Allow Shared Responsibilities for Florida Parents

Important updates to Florida’s family law statutes require court-approved parenting plans that support shared parenting responsibilities.

Vets, Lawmakers Applaud VA Budget Increases

The rising demand for health care is squeezing the Department of Veterans Affairs, which in turn may be reducing the quantity and quality of health care for veterans.

The New Jersey Legislature Becomes One Tough Crossing-Guard

The New Jersey legislature recently passed a law targeting problematic behavior by motorists and pedestrians that frequently lead to accidents. The state has also supplied money to boost enforcement.

Work Injury That Worsens Over Time May Still Be Compensable Years Later

A recent case in Pennsylvania found that a viral exposure at work can be the basis for a workers' compensation award from resulting blindness that developed almost thirty years later.

Arizona Child Seat Belt Law May Get A Boost

Arizona child seat belt law is lagging; Arizona is one of only three states in the country where five-year-olds are not required to ride in a car seat.

Business Risk Management 101

The concept of risk management seems simple; perhaps that is why it is often overlooked. The unfortunate results of insufficient risk management are serious losses in dollars and management time.

The Cost of Medicaid: Eligibility and Asset Protection

Nursing home care can eat away a lifetime of careful savings in no time, but effective Medicaid planning can help protect some familial assets.

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