Articles related to "Negligence"

The civil law enables citizens to seek compensation for harmful wrongdoing while promoting the deterrance and accountability of offenders.

Personal injury law can be divided into three broad categories: negligence, intentional torts and strict liability torts. Strict liability includes product liability.

When you are injured by someone else, through no fault of your own, more than anything you want to be compensated your your loss.

Criminal law punishes people for actions that harm all of society. Tort law protects private rights from injuries to individuals.

This article provides a brief introduction to the law of negligence and looks at the components and possible outcomes of a negligence claim.

Claims for medical malpractice typically involve allegations of negligence, but suing a doctor for negligence can be quite complicated.

Wondering if you have a claim against someone who hurt you or damaged your property? First you need to know whether that person is legally liable for the damages.

In Florida, if someone's tort or other wrongful act causes another person's death, the wrongdoer must compensate the victim's dependents.

The idea behind any personal injury lawsuit is for the injured party to obtain compensation for his or her injuries.

Government nursing home watchlist names elder care homes, called Special Focus Facilities, in danger of losing Medicare and Medicaid funding due to persistent neglect.

Many tenants put up with substandard living conditions because they simply do not have the money to move. However, there are ways for tenants to fight slumlords.

Driving through Richmond, VA suburbia: The hollow stares, the intolerable negligences and the "white picket fence" syndrome is hardly surmountable...

Filing an insurance claim can be a complex process. One of the best things you can do to prepare for it is to know the meanings of the most commonly used terms.

In criminal law, mens rea - the guilty mind - is usually one of the necessary elements of a crime.

Homeowners and others who possess property may be liable for personal injuries sustained by their visitors. The homeowner's duty may depend on the status of the visitor.

Strict liability makes a person responsible for the loss or damage caused by their acts or omissions regardless of culpability.

The general rule in premises liability law is that homeowners owe no duty to protect trespassers against potential hazards. Trespassing children are an exception.

This article provides a brief introduction to the law of torts and considers the differing burdens of proof between tort and criminal law as well as the types of torts.

The majority of forest fires could be avoided by one easy solution that lies within the grasp of most people, and that is the simple application of common sense.

The law of defamation protects a person's interest in maintaining his or her good name and reputation. Defamation can take the form of either libel or slander.

Mens rea, the 'fault element' of a crime, attempts to ensure that only those who are morally culpable will be punished by the criminal courts.

School shootings are uncommon, but school violence is not. Teachers are responsible for student safety, and sometimes they are legally liable as well.

Disclaimers limit the liability of one contracted party for the losses of the other, but their use is strictly limited by the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1997.

Kansas Charley murder trial: newspaper reporter swears to statements and words that Charley probably never used and court allows the testimony.

British Airways is the record holder for Most Lost Luggage. A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of affected airline passengers, claiming recklessness.

If you've been in a car accident, you may have a choice which insurance company will pay your claim. Here are some factors to consider

This little-known insurance strategy describes the most cost-effective protection against risks and losses that can arise from owning a battery-powered bicycle.

In the United States, a number of tobacco companies have been named as defendants in personal injury litigation brought by smokers.

Following a hospital mishap that nearly killed his twins four months ago Dennis Quaid and his wife Kimberly have become outspoken regarding human error in hospitals.

Environmental health ethics is not a new field, but children's rights in nontherapeutic environmental research were not protected until a 2001 court case, Grimes v. KKI.

This article outlines the things to consider for those who have had an accident at work, and are seeking compensation.

Myth: Jurors usually favor plaintiffs in malpractice trials. Reality: Conscientious juries take their responsibility seriously and often find in favor of doctors.

Many drivers carry minimal liability coverage on their car, boat, snowmobile, motorcycle, RV and ATV. More protection is inexpensive and vital in avoiding financial ruin.

A consumer class action lawsuit against British Airways claims their high rate of lost and damaged luggage constitutes negligence. A ruling allows the case to go forward.

What sources say is a substantive statement made by a British eyewitness to the disappearance of young Madeline McCann could be the key to solving this mystery.

PETA seeks reports from citizen whistleblowers, zoo volunteers and staff on animal abuse in zoos, improper care of captive animals and other concerns. Call 866-ZOO-TIPS.

Harry Truman led a senate committee investigating waste, profiteering, and negligence in the defense industry during World War II.

Using a skilled and experienced practitioner of acupuncture will protect you against rare adverse effects of this treatment, such as pneumothorax (a collapsed lung).

The story of the failing of the St. Francis Dam, and some history behind it's building and reason for creating a reservoir - the scarceness of LA water supplies.

Carrying the Hiroshima bomb to Tinian, the heavy cruiser Indianapolis was ordered from Tinian to Leyte Gulf but was sunk by an enemy submarine, resulting in many deaths.

If God is all-powerful and all-loving, why are there tornadoes, earthquakes, tragedies? Why does God allow bad things to happen, even to seemingly good people?

President Laurent Gbagbo exerts his power as he continues to battle for authority with his interim prime minister in this small, divided nation.

What separates a good day care from a bad one? Aside from blatant code violations and a bright and cheerful environment, what can a parents look for in a new center?

What is fire insurance? What does it cover? Who needs it and why? What does it cost? When should one buy fire insurance?

This is the thirteenth in our series on auto insurance coverage terminology. In this section, we will cover car insurance terms beginning with with "N" and "O."

Web writers are at risk of libel lawsuits when they don't take the proper precautions to avoid libeling their subjects.

As the series sprinted to the finish, fans anticipated the show ending on a high note. Despite a number of mediocre episodes, the final season delivered the goods.

Before buying business insurance liability, small business property insurance or commercial business insurance, learn what's covered by the Business Owner's Policy (BOP).

A history of Monchhichi and little-known tidbits.

Wildfires can force homeowners to leave their home on short notice. Be prepared by having a fire evacuation plan in place before wildfires threaten.