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Man who was beaten by undercover law enforcement may have his case heard before the Supreme Court

Man who was beaten by undercover law enforcement may have his case heard before the Supreme Court

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It’s been six years since James King was heinously attacked by two undercover officers in Grand Rapids, Michigan and he has still not received justice. At the time of the attack, a local police detective and an FBI agent were working ...
Study Reveals Maritime Injuries Cost Industry More Than $85 Million Over Six Years

Study Reveals Maritime Injuries Cost Industry More Than $85 Million Over Six Years

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You’re out at sea, surrounded by pristine water as you hustle around the cruise ship’s freezer. You bend your knees and lift, retrieving the box of frozen crabs to be served to the hundreds of guests drinking and enjoying their ...
The Surprising Reasons Why People Keep Falling Off Cruise Ships

The Surprising Reasons Why People Keep Falling Off Cruise Ships

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Cruise ships facilitate fun, relaxation and travel to exciting new places. Given the seemingly endless expanse of the ocean and seas, there is a reasonable expectation of safety that cruise lines provide for their customers. Research sugges...
Available Damages if a Driver Hits You While Texting and Driving

Available Damages if a Driver Hits You While Texting and Driving

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In the State of California, a distracted driver who has caused an auto accident can be held liable for the injuries and damages caused. In California’s fast-paced world, it is common to see drivers using their phones while driving, de...
The Constitutionality of Breathalyzer and Blood Draws in Ohio OVI Cases

The Constitutionality of Breathalyzer and Blood Draws in Ohio OVI Cases

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In the case of  Birchfield v. North Dakota (579 U.S. ___ (2016), the Supreme Court ruled on the constitutionality of a refusal to submit to warrantless blood alcohol content ((BAC) and blood tests. The Court confronted the following is...
Vaping at school can lead to felony charges and expulsion for students

Vaping at school can lead to felony charges and expulsion for students

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The way people smoke has evolved in the past few years, moving beyond paper to electronics. School officials in Texas are discovering vape pens may be filled with THC oil instead of tobacco. A report from the Texas Tribune detail...
The Importance of Risk Allocation In Criminal Defense Matters

The Importance of Risk Allocation In Criminal Defense Matters

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Inherent in the practice of criminal defense is the responsibility of attorneys to present their clients with options and evaluate the consequences of a given course of action. In crafting a cogent defense, the central question becomes whe...
In the wake of Kobe Bryant's Death, a Look at Wrongful Deaths and Helicopter Crashes

In the wake of Kobe Bryant's Death, a Look at Wrongful Deaths and Helicopter Crashes

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The world was shocked January 26, 2020 when a helicopter carrying basketball legend Kobe Bryant and eight other people crashed in the hillside outside of Los Angeles. Bryant was 41 years old. According to news station KRIV-FOX 26, the...
Texas Police Will Be Able to Test for THC Concentration between Marijuana and Hemp

Texas Police Will Be Able to Test for THC Concentration between Marijuana and Hemp

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Texas police will have the ability to test oil and plant-based products for THC by as early as this March. News station WFAA-TV reports Texas DPS and Sam Houston State University in Huntsville have developed equipment that will allow law e...
California is the number one state when it comes to paying out for dog bites

California is the number one state when it comes to paying out for dog bites

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When it comes to claims of dog bites and claims paid out for their injuries, California ranks number one. That is based on data from State Farm, which designated the Golden State as the top state for dog bite claims in 2018. Acco...
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