Year: 2020

Hidden in Plain Sight: When Hotels May Be Liable for Human Trafficking

Published on October 19, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Personal Injury

The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) states that hotels can be held criminally and civilly liable for sex trafficking that occurs on the premises. An employee knowingly renting a room to a trafficker or a “sex buyer” using the room for a commercial sex act makes the hotel liable under TVPA. Hotels Have a Duty to Fight Human Trafficking According to federal law, those who pay for sex acts are considered traffickers. Under TVPA, sex trafficking survivors or the federal government can file a lawsuit against a trafficker. However, a suit can [...]
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Was Your Uber Driver Too Tired to Drive?

Published on October 5, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Car Accident

Tired Uber drivers put passengers and others on the road at risk. These drivers may be skirting Uber’s rest requirements by working for other rideshare companies or doing other activities instead of resting. While a rider cannot prevent getting a fatigued driver, he or she should be aware of the risk. Uber’s Rest Requirements Are Easy to Swerve There is currently no way to accurately monitor how tired an Uber driver may be. Because of this, these drivers put others at risk of injury if he or she is not well-rested [...]
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Over 200 Deaths Per Year Linked to Underride Crashes

Published on September 25, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Trucking Accident

Each year, more than 200 deaths are linked to underride crashes. Many of these fatalities could have been prevented if large commercial trucks were required to be equipped with side and front underride protection. Deadly Underride Crashes When large trucks are not equipped with side and front underride protection and they collide with smaller vehicles, passenger cars can slide partially or completely underneath the trailer. Underride collisions are some of the most deadly types of crashes, accounting for approximately 25% of fatalities from truck-involved accidents. A crash with [...]
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Did a FedEx Truck Cause Your Crash?

Published on September 18, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Trucking Accident

When a FedEx truck causes a crash, the driver, FedEx, the contracting company, and even the vehicle manufacturer may be held liable for injuries and losses. In some cases, victims can recover compensation from a combination of negligent parties. FedEx trucks are routinely involved in crashes with passenger cars, motorcycles, and pedestrians that result in injuries and fatalities. FedEx Crashes on the Rise The FedEx Corporation, based in Memphis, Tennessee, is the second-largest courier company in the United States. FedEx delivers more than 15 million packages to customers [...]
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Teacher Sexual Misconduct: Holding Schools Accountable in District Court

Published on September 7, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Personal Injury

When teacher sexual misconduct occurs at school, federal laws allow parents to hold schools accountable in District Court. Filing Legal Actions for Teacher Sexual Misconduct Under federal law Title IX, public schools that receive federal funding can face legal actions for teacher sexual misconduct. If a child is sexually abused at school by a teacher, school employee, or fellow student, parents may file a lawsuit with a school sexual abuse lawyer holding the school accountable in District Court. Schools are required to protect students while they are on [...]
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What You Should Know About Personal Injury Annuities

Published on September 4, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Personal Injury

Personal injury annuities allow plaintiffs to recover their losses over a set period of time which can offer a number of benefits. When a settlement offer is made, the individual’s personal injury lawyer will explain the terms of the settlement and the annuity. This can help the individual with long-term financial planning and make it easier to manage the settlement funds. Annuities are popular and it is estimated that more than $6 billion in new structured settlements are generated each year. How Annuities Work Annuities are similar to insurance products [...]
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Can Private Schools Be Held Accountable for Sexual Assault by Teachers?

Published on July 27, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Civil Litigation

Private schools can be held accountable when teachers sexually assault students. Although private schools do not receive federal funding and they are exempt from Title IX requirements that allow lawsuits for sexual abuse or harassment, they have a duty of care to protect students from harm. Private School Liability for Sexual Assaults Under federal law, schools that receive government funding under Title IX can be held legally liable for teacher sexual misconduct. Title IX provisions in the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 allow parents to file lawsuits in District [...]
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When Are Schools Liable For Child Sexual Assaults?

Published on June 26, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Personal Injury

When sexual misconduct or assault occurs in a child’s school, victims have legal rights to seek damages against the school and school employees in federal and state civil courts. Sexual Assaults at School In Nevada, statutes clearly define guidelines on school child abuse and neglect including acts of sexual assault, misconduct, exploitation, and sex trafficking. Guidelines stipulate that abuse or neglect of a child can also be caused by acts of school administrators, employees, teachers, and volunteers in a school who are not legally responsible for the welfare [...]
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Which Personality Types Get in the Most Highway Accidents?

Published on June 5, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Car Accident

Drivers who are young with reckless, irresponsible, and impulsive behaviors, as well as older drivers who are impaired or under significant levels of stress, are in a higher risk group of drivers likely to be involved in highway traffic accidents. Personality Traits Linked to Highway Accidents Studies show that common personality factors are often associated with a higher risk of vehicle accidents. Research on driving behaviors and traffic accidents suggests that certain drivers may be more “accident-prone” due to personality traits, as well as driving skills. The Accident [...]
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What Is Highway Hypnosis?

Published on May 20, 2020, by Matthew Sharp

Trucking Accident

Highway hypnosis creates a hypnotic, trance-like effect on commercial truckers who drive long hours and distances.  Dangers of Highway Hypnosis Highway hypnosis is a real problem that impacts many commercial truckers. It falls under the general umbrella of drowsy driving, a common problem within the trucking industry that causes more than 100,000 accidents in the U.S. each year. Highway hypnosis occurs when a driver falls into a type of hypnotic trance behind the wheel. The condition relaxes the brain and creates a hypnotized state of mind. Cognitive functions [...]
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