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Federal government agencies such as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration work vigilantly to research the causes of truck accidents and ways to improve safety for truckers and other motorists on the road. While the...more
Weather changes happen rapidly in Florida. The state’s tropical climate can cause severe hazards for drivers. It’s imperative to pay attention to the weather and understand how various weather-related hazards can increase the...more
On July 25, 2024, the California Supreme Court issued an opinion upholding the statewide ballot measure that classifies app-based drivers as independent contractors. Voters passed the law (also known as Proposition 22) in...more
Colorado's scenic highways and bustling urban centers are home to a constant flow of commercial truck traffic. With this heavy presence of large vehicles comes the need for robust laws and regulations to ensure safety for all...more
According to data from the NHTSA Fatality and Injury Reporting System Tool, Colorado is home to six of the 75 cities with the highest rates of fatal drunk driving accidents in the United States. The city of Pueblo,...more
If you have a claim for a car accident in Florida, video footage of the accident could be the clearest evidence of your right to just compensation. Traffic accidents are increasingly being caught on video—with state and local...more
You've probably noticed an increase in traffic cameras popping up in cities all over the U.S. But what exactly are they for? Do traffic cameras record 24/7? How long is traffic camera footage kept, and who is in charge of the...more
Every day, car crashes wreak havoc, causing significant damage and, tragically, loss of life. The aftermath of such accidents can leave survivors with lasting trauma, sometimes even instilling a fear of driving....more
Let’s say you’ve just suffered a personal injury in Florida. This can range from an automobile accident to a dog bite or from breaking a leg on an uneven staircase to a “slip and fall” in a big box store. All of these...more
Join us for a timely seminar focused on current issues affecting those who practice in the automotive space. Gain perspective from in-house counsel regarding their business and legal concerns. Increase your...more
On April 12, 2024, in Bissonnette et. al, v. LePage Bakeries Park St., LLC, et. al, the U.S. Supreme Court provided guidance on the transportation worker exemption under Section 1 of the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA),...more
On April 12, 2024, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Bissonnette v. LePage Bakeries Park St., LLC, 601 U.S. __ (2024). It unanimously held that the exception to arbitration under Section 1 of the Federal Arbitration...more
The U.S. Supreme Court on April 12, 2024, decided Bissonnette v. LePage Bakeries Park St., LLC. The central issue revolved around the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) and its applicability to workers engaged in interstate...more
LOS ANGELES — How Tech Sector Downturn has Hurt L.A. Office Market -The Los Angeles tech office space saw fourth-quarter leasing drop to 2.2 million square feet from nearly 3 million square feet the year before....more
Colorado law, as outlined in section 102 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, defines "right-of-way" as the privilege granted to one vehicle operator or pedestrian to proceed in a legal manner over another in situations where...more
Truck accidents often have serious consequences. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a truck accident, you could be facing significant and long-term losses. You may be entitled to financial compensation (the...more
Colorado has a variety of traffic laws, covering everything from parking issues to more serious offenses like reckless driving and DUI. One significant traffic rule in Colorado is the “Move Over” law, which is considered one...more
Mencini v. Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, 221 N.E.3d 200, 2023-Ohio-2299 (Ohio App. July 6, 2023) - This matter addressed the applicability of Ohio’s sovereign and municipal liability laws as they pertain to...more
After more than two years of legislative highs and lows for the European Union’s proposed Platform Work Directive, the EU may be inching closer to adopting regulations on the classification of platform workers, such as...more
Seyfarth Synopsis: On December 26, 2023, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) announced they would be accepting comments from the public in response to multiple petitions requesting waivers from the...more
Impaired driving charges are no joke. When an individual operates a vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they may find themselves facing an arrest for Operating a Vehicle Impaired or for...more
Trucking accidents can have a devastating impact on the victim’s life. This is, in part, due to the fact that passenger cars are no match for an oncoming semi. While such accidents often result in greater injuries than a...more
Florida is like most other states in that a victim can still receive compensation even if they were partially liable for a trucking accident. In early 2023, however, our state adopted a system that is known as “modified...more
Being injured in a bicycle accident can be devastating. It almost goes without saying that a cyclist is no match for an oncoming car. Such cases can result in paralysis, other serious injuries, or even wrongful death....more
If you have been involved in a Florida truck accident, then your world has likely been turned upside down. It is understandable that you likely do not know what steps to take next. To make matters worse, you are likely to be...more