Taxi drivers make their livelihoods behind the wheel. No matter if you are injured while a passenger or if you were hit by a taxi, be aware of this: Because they will want to preserve their livelihood, it is likely you will end up with a big fight on your hands. You can still make …
While originally first formed in 1965 under the Department of Social Welfare, the California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) wasn?t officially named that until 2016. Previously, it was called the Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board (VCGCB). They regulated the California Victim Compensation Program, the Revenue Recovery Program and the Government Claims Program. As their responsibilities …
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Hit-and-run accidents are defined as when a driver leaves the scene of an accident without identifying himself/herself to the other driver or police. It does not matter if you were at fault or not. If you leave without giving your information, it?s a hit-and-run. Some examples of a hit and run include leaving the scene …
You know the law when it comes to driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, but you may not be as familiar with ?drugged driving? laws. The term ?driving under the influence? is actually a legal term that refers to ingestion of anything that could affect the nervous system, muscles or brain in such a …
You made all of the plans and set up the whole experience, including a limo ride. You were expecting a fun time out without having to worry about transportation and accidents, but accidents do happen, even if you weren?t at the wheel. Limousine companies are classified as ?common carriers,? which means they are held to …
Sexual assault in sports has been pushed to the forefront, through recent media attention focusing on the issue. As a result, this subject has become an active research field, yet we still know so little about specifics. In the 1980s, it was reported by the Department of Justice that 1 in 4 girls and 1 …
Studies conducted by the United States National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health have shown that workplaces with farm tractor operators have a high risk of hearing impairment. On average, the risk jumped to 37.9 percent for users of medium-power tractors and 13 percent for high-power tractors. For most farmers, the hearing loss is …
Working in agriculture creates conditions ripe to cause higher rates of pulmonary disease in farm workers. Lung issues, including asthma and lung cancer, are possibilities. Higher-than-usual amounts of dusts, vapors and fumes are contributing factors. Additionally, particles associated with livestock, grains and pesticides create conditions that deteriorate the lungs. These types of dust particles have …
If your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is 0.08 percent or more in California, you are considered to be driving under the influence. If you fail a breathalyzer test or a field sobriety test, there?s a good chance you?ll be submitting to blood tests. These tests are conducted to measure how much alcohol is in your …
The Central Valley of California, which includes Madera, Fresno, Kings, and Kern counties, have state highways that lead to scenic and popular regions. Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park and Sequoia National Park are accessible through the state highway system. Currently, there is no accessibility for bicycles or pedestrians. That?s why Assembly Bill No …
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