OK.  I am a personal injury trial lawyer.  I know how people feel about me.  However, even I think it can go to far.  For example, would-be heroes were warned by the California Supreme Court on Thursday that they could be liable for damages if they inadvertently injure a person while attempting a rescue.

Doctors are up in arms in many parts of the country, including Utah, surprised and outraged by medical malpractice premiums that have risen sharply.

Numerous recent studies have addressed the dangers of driving and talking on the cell phone.  In addition, local Utah drivers have been charged with crimes for accidents caused by texting while driving.  Our attorney, Dustin Lance and our Salt Lake City, Utah, personal injury law firm has seen many accidents caused by this dangerous behavior.  Despite this, here in Utah, we don't have a statute that limits this conduct.  Is it time?  I would like to hear your opinions on this topic.  Submit your comment below.

As a practicing attorney familiar with many of Utah's judges, including Judge Hilder, I have to say the the legislature made a huge mistake with this recent decision. Judge Hilder has one of the best judicial temperments I have ever seen and was eminently qualified for the position he sought.

Another post at Drug & Device Law that makes me want to gnash my teeth:

NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, issued new rules this week that will improve the nation’s 474,000 school buses. Seat and shoulder belts will be required on small school buses. The requirement will also change seat backs making them four inches higher to 24 inches in all new buses.