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Liability of Owners of Baseball Stadiums

Injuries at baseball stadiums occur to both spectators and participants. They may be able to recover for their injuries in certain circumstances based on the negligence of the owner of the stadium. However, the owner may...

Rules Regarding the Speed of Motor Vehicles

Transportation Law: Private Motor Vehicles: Traffic Regulation

State transportation or vehicle codes regulate the speed of motor vehicles. The codes set forth the maximum speed limits that apply to a...

Federal Volunteer Protection Act -- Applicability

Covered Persons

The federal Volunteer Protection Act (VPA) applies to "volunteers." Under the VPA, a "volunteer" is a person (including a director, officer, trustee, or direct service volunteer) who performs...

Federal Teacher Protection Act -- Preemption of State Law

The federal Teacher Protection Act (TPA) preempts state laws to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with the provisions of the TPA. However, the TPA does not preempt state laws that provide additional protection from liability to school...

Fraud Requires a Misrepresented "Fact"

Fraud Requires a Misrepresented "Fact"

Liability for fraud exists when six elements are proven: (1) knowing, recklessly, or without reasonable grounds; (2) making a material misrepresentation;...