Parental responsibility for the actions of minors is a sticky issue. However, in certain scenarios, parents or guardians can be held liable for damage(s) caused by the actions of minors. The two most common scenarios where this issue comes up are auto accidents and vandalism claims.
Exceptions to the Economic Loss Doctrine
Economic Loss Doctrine An economic loss refers to a financial loss and damages suffered by a person or entity, which arise from a defect in the qualitative nature of the product, service, or improvement that was bargained for. Generally, an economic loss is observed on assets (i.e., “the books”) rather...
Navigating the Illinois Economic Loss Doctrine
The Illinois Economic Loss Doctrine, or the Moorman Doctrine as it is known in Illinois, can be a roadblock to recovery. Before you close your file, take a closer look, armed with exceptions that may help you navigate your way to the other side.
Another Means to Serve the Hidden Defendant
If you are pursuing a claim against a motor vehicle owner or operator, and have attempted to serve the defendant using a commercial carrier, certified U.S. mail, or regular mail to his or her last known residential address, but have not been successful, you may be able to perfect service...
Knowing Your Witnesses and Defenses
In reviewing files sent to us, we see some misinterpretations of the law or expectations regarding what will happen at trial. As a result, we included a few tips you should keep in mind regarding witnesses and defenses.
Ohio’s Financial Responsibility Laws Keep Debtors Paying
Ohio, unlike many other States, is fertile ground for the pursuit of uninsured auto subrogation claims. While there are many reasons for this, one of the primary reasons is because the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles and the law in Ohio make it easier.
What is an Act of God
An Act of God is an event caused by natural forces beyond human control, such as an earthquake, violent storm, lightning, or an unprecedented flood that cannot be reasonably anticipated or guarded against.
Take Caution When Fronting At Fault Party’s Carrier Limit
We have all been there before. Your insured is injured and the at fault party is underinsured. The at fault party’s carrier offers policy limits but your company elects to front the limits and retain subrogation rights. The two-year bodily injury statute of limitations is approaching and your adjuster has...
Auto Litigation and Knowing Your Witnesses and Defenses
We occasionally see some misinterpretations of the law or expectations regarding what will happen at trial. We have a few tips you should keep in mind regarding witnesses and defenses.
Police Scanners Help Collect Auto Judgments
A driver’s license suspension is even more important than it already was due to a new tool being used by law enforcement referred to as an automatic number plate recognition, or ANPR.