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Firefighters have a special place in the heart of America. Next to teachers, apple pie, and baseball, firefighters are revered for their heroic efforts in maintaining order in America’s cities. Firefighters must endure life-threatening situations in their jobs. As a result, there can be many things that can go wrong with a rescue. Unfortunately for…
The regulation of guns in America is a controversial issue. These issues mainly revolve around an interpretation of the Second Amendment, where some sides say that the right to bear arms was never meant to extend to individuals. Others refute that claim with the history of citizen gun ownership. What has ignited the issue is…
Chiropractic medicine has been a popular form of medical treatment in the United States. The philosophy behind the practice is the belief that the body is a self-correcting organism that periodically needs proper re-alignment of the spine. According to chiropractors, problems with alignment happen with modern lifestyles that encourage improper posture when sitting, working, or…
If there is one traffic situation that makes the blood of Chicagoans boil it is the presence of traffic cameras. These cameras are typically set up at intersections to catch those who run the lights and potentially increase the possibility of traffic accidents. Other cameras are speed cameras that can issue tickets for those violating…
In most states, the basic rules of the road are fairly similar. So much so that many people are unaware of the nuances of each state. It is important to familiarize oneself with the local traffic rules whenever traveling in or moving to a new state. Below are some of the most helpful rules to…
Cyclists and motorists in Chicago may have to take more care while they are riding around the city or else face steeper fines for safety violations. According to a recent news article, Mayor Rahm Emanuel is seeking to raise fines for cyclists who disobey traffic laws and for drivers and passengers who “door” a cyclist,…
The concept of a nuisance dates back to the earliest formation of American tort law. Under common law, a public nuisance is an unreasonable interference with a right common to the general public. A public nuisance is distinguished from a private nuisance, which affects only a small number of people. Notice that the definition is…
With the decrease in costs to fly, more Americans are using the skies as a convenient way of transportation. Airline travel has increased in the past ten years, according to a report by the Federal Aviation Administration or FAA. As expected, the increase in travel and passengers has increased the liability airlines may face in…
Expert witnesses can offer specialized testimony and provide a deeper knowledge of issues that appear in a trial. They are generally needed to assist a jury or judge in establishing facts that are too complex or convoluted to be sorted out on their own. They are especially necessary in cases such as medical malpractice and…
A toxic tort is a type of personal injury where an injured party is exposed to chemicals. The types of chemicals can vary widely, from more familiar asbestos and lead poisoning, to more obscure chemicals like magnetic fields, pesticides, and chemical exposure from work or home. Depending on where the exposure takes place will determine…
