| Rules Regarding Road Signs and Markings |
| A state transportation department has the duty to place and maintain appropriate signs, signals, and other traffic control devices on highways that are under its jurisdiction. The state transportation department also has the duty to place and maintain signs, signals, and other traffic control devices that are in accordance with the state's vehicle or transportation code. More... |
| Alternative Causes of an Injury |
| Ordinarily, a plaintiff in a personal injury action has the burden of proving that a defendant's negligence caused his or her injury. However, when a plaintiff proves that two defendants have committed negligent acts, and it is impossible to determine which act caused the plaintiff's injury, the burden of proof shifts to the defendants. Each defendant has the burden of proving that his or her negligent act did not cause the plaintiff's injury.More... |
| Actions Against Parents for Torts of Children |
| Generally, parents are not liable for the torts of their minor children. However, there are exceptions to this general rule, and parents may be held liable in certain circumstances.More... |
| Federal Volunteer Protection Act -- Punitive and Noneconomic Damages |
| The federal Volunteer Protection Act (VPA) limits punitive damage awards against volunteers in cases in which they are not immune from liability. More... |
| Wrongful Criminal Prosecution |
| Criminal proceedings are not always brought against a guilty defendant. In the interest of protecting society by bringing criminals to justice, an innocent person is sometimes prosecuted. Under certain circumstances, an accused may later bring an action for wrongful criminal prosecution, or malicious prosecution.More... |
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