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Penelope Stone
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Accident claims

Mississippi Car Accident Statistics – Important Info for Drivers

31st March 2010
Also known as the Magnolia State and called one of the very most beautiful and amazing states in the Southern part of the United States Mississippi is also know for many of its very dangerous roads. In 2004 alone over 900 people were killed in a car accid...
Accident claims

Louisiana Car Accident Statistics – Important Info for Drivers

31st March 2010
In 2003 Louisiana seen a total of 894 motor vehicle accident related fatalities. More than 60% of these were due to a vehicle leaving the road way, with another 15% taking place at or near an intersection. A total of almost 15% involved large trucks and a...
Accident claims

Ohio Car Accident Laws – Important Info for Drivers

31st March 2010
In 2006, there were 1,238 fatal vehicle crashes in the state of Ohio. Ohio has a Proportional Comparative Fault law. This means that if the driver is 50%+ responsible for the car accident, he or she cannot sue the other person involved in the vehicle acci...
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Michigan Car Accident Statistics – Important Info for Drivers

31st March 2010
In 2008 there were a total of 316,057 injuries and 980 fatalities due to car accidents on the Michigan roadways that were reported. When looking at 2007 numbers, the death toll increased almost 10 percent, injuries decreased 8 percent and the total number...
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Indiana Motorcycle Laws – Important Info for Drivers

31st March 2010
Those who drive a motorcycle in the state of Indiana are responsible for staying educated as to the laws of the state. Not knowing the laws can lead to a slew of trouble including traffic tickets, motorcycle accidents and even motorcycle injuries. If you ...
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Wisconsin Car Accident Laws and Statistics – Interesting Info

29th March 2010
From 2003-2007, there were an average of 125, 535 car accidents, resulting in an average of 695 fatalities and over 37, 000 injuries in Wisconsin. The lowest incidence was in 2006, with a little over 117,000 car accidents. In 2008, there were over 125, ...
Accident claims

Illinois Car Accident Laws and Statistics – Interesting Info

29th March 2010
Roadway departures were involved with 53% of Illinois motor vehicle accident fatalities. This means that people went off of the road and lost control of their car. Intersection related car accidents amounted to 26% of car accident deaths. Large trucks inv...
Personal Injury

About Farm Equipment Accident Lawsuits - basic legal info you can use

29th March 2010
There is no doubt that farming is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. The U.S Government reports that there are 22 accidental deaths for every 100,000 farm workers. The most common farm accidents include tractor rollovers and equip...
Business Law

Workplace Discrimination Lawsuits - Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Matters

29th March 2010
What types of discrimination are workers in America protected from? Congress has enacted a series of laws which make it illegal to discriminate in the workplace because of gender, age, race, nationality or disability. The laws cover all aspects of employm...
Legal

Major Cruise Ship Accidents throughout History

29th March 2010
The story of the most famous of all cruise ship accidents has been retold a number of times in movies and books. The Titanic sunk on its maiden voyage killing 1500 people. The cruise ship was the largest ocean liner of its kind and was thought to be indes...
Criminal Law

Felony - What is a felony charge? Legal Info You Should Know

26th March 2010
A felony charge is the most serious type of criminal charge made in the United States. As a general rule, any charge that carries a possible punishment of more than one year in jail or capital punishment is a felony. Historically, the term "felony" comes ...
Criminal Law

Felony Charges – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) On Law

25th March 2010
A felony charge is a serious matter that should never be taken lightly. If you have been charged with a felony, it is important to learn what you can about your circumstances and contact an attorney. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions p...
Criminal Law

What Is the Difference between a Felony and a Misdemeanor

25th March 2010
Felonies are the most serious crimes a person can commit. For example, killing someone else is a felony. A person who has been convicted of a felony and sentenced to prison will spend more than a year in jail. For some crimes, such as murder, the person m...
Family Law

Domestic Violence and Spousal Abuse Lawsuits - Frequently Asked Questions - You Should Know

24th March 2010
Domestic abuse and spousal abuse lawsuits and cases can be quite serious, which is why you need strong legal representation in such instances. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions that people have about domestic abuse and spousal abuse ca...
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