Posts by Susan Murphy
Lawsuit Alert: Driver Flees Scene After Hitting Pedestrian at Night
Sometimes, you can run from something or get lost in your thoughts, crossing the road without looking properly. A lot of people have either died or been seriously injured from nighttime pedestrian accidents while crossing the road. So, you should always be careful and stay focused on the road. A video of a woman who…
Read MoreUnderstanding Fault in Emergency Vehicle Accidents: A California Perspective
An emergency vehicle accident video of a car hitting a police car has been trending on the internet. As you know, a police car is an emergency car. So, given the laws concerning emergency cars, who should be responsible for the accident? Let’s find out. Who’s at Fault for the Emergency Vehicle Accident? The video…
Read MoreEssential Precautions for Drivers in Hazardous Road Construction Zones
Road construction often involves placing equipment such as barricades and construction cones on the road. Numerous safety incidents have implicated these items. Therefore, drivers must adhere to posted signs indicating construction zones on roads. Observing safety speed limits in road construction areas is crucial, mainly to prevent accidents. Driving slowly and remaining vigilant is an…
Read MoreForced Entry: Legal Implications of Reacting to Unauthorized Car Usage
People often react angrily when someone uses their property without permission. Statistics from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development show a significant increase in homelessness. Many homeless individuals sleep in cars that do not belong to them despite property protection laws. Sometimes, your reaction can be too much and get you in trouble…
Read MoreLifeguard Challenges: What Does It Take To Be A Lifeguard?
Every job has its risks, and being a lifeguard is no exception. It demands constant preparedness and vigilance to handle lifeguard challenges effectively. A viral video on social media highlights how lifeguards risk their lives to save others, prompting questions about whether lifeguards can legally pursue compensation if their lives are endangered. When you see…
Read MoreUnderstanding Hit and Run Penalties: What You Need to Know
Former South Carolina state senator John Kuhn hits a young man and drives off. As a driver, the least you can do when you hit someone is to stop. So you can check if the person was hurt or the properties were damaged. You can’t just run off because you didn’t get hurt. Besides, it…
Read MoreWalmart Shopper Arrested for Refusing to Show Receipt: Important Details You Need to Know
Customers are the backbone of any business. As a business owner, customer satisfaction should be your top priority. A viral video captured a man in Walmart being asked to show his receipt upon leaving. The Walmart Shopper was arrested for refusing to show his receipt. Do customer service policies require customers to show receipts when…
Read MoreDouble Jeopardy: Can a Defendant Be Charged Again After a Not-Guilty Verdict?
Double jeopardy is a significant legal doctrine that is fundamental to the U.S. Constitution. It prohibits a criminal defendant from prosecution twice for the same offense. However, there are some situations where double jeopardy is not applicable. In this video skit, a man seemingly admits to a crime immediately after his not-guilty verdict. “Thank you,…
Read MoreThe Impact of No-Fault Accidents on Insurance Premiums: Legal Perspective
A video online showing a blue SUV crashing into a pole has caused many arguments about whether insurance companies can increase premiums in no-fault accidents. Usually, when an accident occurs, someone is to blame, and premium increases are the norm. On the other hand, some accidents are regarded as “no-fault accidents,” meaning that the insurance…
Read MoreCan You Sue For Girlfriend’s Hot Sauce Prank? Legal Expert Insights
A girlfriend in a video pranked her boyfriend with the excess hot sauce prank. The footage became hot news on TikTok because everyone was talking about it. But why? We see lovers prank each other constantly, especially in this internet era. If you go to your social media right now, you will see many videos…
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