In personal injury laws, strict liability laws allow you to pursue personal injury damages against a defendant even if the defendant was not at fault for the accident. Using strict liability laws, all you have to prove is that the defendant committed the act or controlled something that caused your injuries. Here are some of the parties who may face strict liability claims:
Those Who Handle Inherently Dangerous Items
Anyone who handles an inherently dangerous product must be ready to pay for the damages their products may cause.
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When you get hurt and your life is turned upside down by an event beyond your control, you have several statutes of civil law standing at the ready to make things better. Since our system of justice was built on fairness those personal injury statutes help both sides, however. You only have a finite amount of time to file a lawsuit against someone who's done you wrong, and if you wait too long you will lose regardless of the strength of your case.
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No one ever goes into work or out onto the open road expecting to get injured. But accidents do happen and it's possible something could one day happen to you. If you have recently suffered a personal injury that was due to someone else acting irresponsibly, you might have a legal case to pursue. But if you want to increase the odds of success, here are some tips to keep in mind.
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If you have been convicted of a sex crime and have been ordered to register as a sex offender, it is crucial that you follow the rules and do so within the timeframe you are provided. Not doing so can have very serious consequences. The following is some information you need to know if you are facing sex offender registration.
How Long Do You Have to Register?
The amount of time you are given to register as a sex offender is variable by state.
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Riding an escalator is something that you've likely done countless times in your life without incident, but a malfunctioning escalator can be highly dangerous. Whether you're in a shopping center, an office building, or a hotel, you could run into a faulty escalator that causes you to fall and sustain an injury. If your injury is major, you'll want to seek help from an attorney who specializes in slip-and-fall personal injury cases.
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