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Reducing Traffic Risks By Using Automated Enforcement

Police cannot be everywhere at all times and most drivers know it. As a result, many motorists on the road feel comfortable violating safety laws and engaging in speeding and other high-risk behaviors while operating vehicles. Drivers who break the rules will increase the chances of accidents happening.Β  Motorists need a strong deterrent from bad behavior in order to encourage them to be safe at all times. Automated enforcement could be one solution to this problem because automating the job of ensuring drivers obey the rules will mean many more drivers are ticketed for illegal behavior. The increased chance of being ticketed could work to

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Libel and Slander: The Basics of Defamation Law and Defamation Claims

When a false statement is made against an individual with the purpose of harming their reputation, it is termed defamation of character. It is a complex sort of civil injury or tort as it is difficult to prove in a court of law. How to Prove Defamation of Character In order to win a case of defamation of character, you must first of all, prove without a doubt that the statement about you is completely untrue. Once you have managed to prove that it is false, you must prove that the other person made the false statement with the intent of harming you. The statement

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Product Liability Personal Injury Claim

In 2012 and 2013, there were 94,960 product liability cases filed in federal courts in the United States. This accounts for 1 out of every 6 cases that were filed. In 2012, the median jury award for product liability lawsuit was $1,503,339.2 while the average award was $3,439,035. In recent years, the largest product liability cases in the US involved auto parts, silicone implants, and asbestos. Under the consumer protection act, you can now sue the manufacturer for injuries caused by a defective product. If you have suffered physical or mental injury or financial loss due to a defective product, you may be able to

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Motorcycle Accidents and Personal Injury Claims

According to federal government estimates, the number of motorcycle deaths in 2013 per mile traveled was 26 times more than the number of deaths caused by car accidents. Due to the risk of serious head injury in motorcycle accidents, the use of helmets is important. They are about 37% effective in preventing death and about 76% effective in preventing injuries of the brain. According to the US Department of Transport, there were 4,612 motorcycle-related deaths in 2011. According to NHTSA, this is a 2% increase over 2010. Each year thousands succumb to motorcycle accidents. Personal Injury Claims for Motorcycle Accidents There are many issues that

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How to Avoid Motorcycle Accidents

For those who love motorcycles, there is nothing that beats a ride on a powerful two-wheeler. It is also much more economical than a car. However, motorcycles come with many risks too. Serious accidents can result from motorcycles. According to 2011 statistics for motorcycle accidents, 441 deaths of motorcycle drivers or passengers occurred – and that was just in one state, Texas. 53% of those killed in these accidents were not wearing helmets when the crash took place. Motorcycle fatalities represent roughly 5% of all annual highway fatalities. Avoiding Motorcycle Accidents You can avoid becoming a statistic and avoid motorcycle accidents by practicing safe riding

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C-Section Errors and Medical Malpractice

The most common surgical procedure in hospitals in the United States is caesarean sections. The national c-section rate was 32.9% in 2009 and in 2014, it was 32.2%. According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, there are significant improvements as the c-section rate tops 10%, but there is no evidence that there will be a continual improvement in health care quality once the rate in a country exceeds 15%.

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Types of Medical Malpractice

According to a recent study, approximately 440,000 people in the United States die as a result of medical negligence every year. For decades, it was estimated by the federal government that about 98,000 people were killed as a result of preventable medical errors each year. As you can see, in reality, the numbers are staggeringly much higher. In 2014, the total payout amount for medical malpractice claims was almost $4 billion.

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Drowsy Cab Drivers Pose a Risk to Others on NYC Roadways

Taxi drivers and other professional drivers are supposed to be restricted by law from working too many hours.Β  Unfortunately, some drivers don’t obey the rules.Β  When a professional driver is on the road too long without rest, the driver can suffer from impairments that make him a danger behind the wheel. Drowsy driving has been demonstrated to have a similar impact on reflexes, reasoning, and judgment as driving under the influence of alcohol. Drowsy drivers are much more likely than well-rested motorists to get into a crash and hurt others. If you were harmed by a tired taxi driver or other fatigued professional driver, it

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