Month: March 2021

Sexual Abuse at the Gym: Who Is Liable?

Published on March 18, 2021, by Matthew Sharp

Personal Injury

Gym operators, trainers, staff, or other trainees can be liable for sexual abuse at the gym. Sexual abuse can involve just one incident of abuse or a series of abusive behaviors and acts. Examples of sexual abuse at the gym include undesirable sexual advances, jokes, hints, suggestions, offensive comments, or the display of pictures that target a person because of his or her sex. The severity or prevalence of the sexual abuse could influence which damages the victim will recover. The more severe the abuse, the bigger the [...]
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Common Causes of ATV Accidents [infographic]

Published on March 9, 2021, by Matthew Sharp

Infographic, Personal Injury

Most all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accidents occur because of driving over unfamiliar areas, performing dangerous stunts, and transporting extra passengers. They may also happen because of inexperience. Consumption of alcohol or drugs also increases the risk of these accidents. (Article continues below infographic) What Are the Common Causes of ATV Crashes? Driving Over Unfamiliar Areas Riding ATVs over unfamiliar terrain increases the risks of an accident. Before accelerating the speed, a driver should first acquaint himself or herself with the terrain. He or she can ride over the road [...]
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