Month: May 2018

If a Jaywalker Gets Hit – Who Is at Fault?

Posted May 22, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

Jaywalking is one of the least-monitored laws. Many law enforcement officers across the country do not enforce jaywalking laws as much as other, more serious offenses. However, jaywalking is a dangerous action that can easily lead to an accident, and if a jaywalker gets hit, it can be difficult to determine who is responsible for… read more

Can I Sue a Retail Store After an Injury?

Posted May 22, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

Injuries can happen anywhere, anytime and they can range in severity from bruised tailbones, to broken arms, to traumatic brain injuries. In a retail store, potential injuries can easily stem from spilled liquids on the floor; sharp edges on shelving; items falling from displays; and problems with elevators, escalators, or stairs. If you suffered an… read more

What Is Utah’s Free-Range Parenting Law?

Posted May 22, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

People have been acutely aware of the danger in children wandering around without supervision for decades. “Stranger danger” is a term that all children learn when they are young. Many states have laws to penalize parents who allow their children to go around unsupervised, making them prone to playground accidents. Utah recently approved a free-range… read more

How Dangerous is Cannabis Infused Food?

Posted May 22, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

The legalization of marijuana is a hot topic across the country. Various states are beginning to reduce bans on marijuana and allow the use of medical or recreational marijuana. A new eatery in Utah is releasing a menu on which the main item is a “legal” pot pie. The owner designed the restaurant to provide… read more

[MAP] Fatal Accidents Caused by Repeat Drunk Drivers in U.S.

Posted May 15, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

On June 8, 2016, a drunk driver veered across the center median on Loop 281 in Longview, Texas. His vehicle struck an oncoming Ford Escape, ejecting and killing 16-year-old Lauren Elrod. The driver, Thomas Elliot Henkel, eventually pleaded guilty to intoxication manslaughter and was handed a 12-year prison sentence. However, a Fielding Law analysis of… read more