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hybrid cars
PROVING DANGEROUS TO PEDESTRIANS
L. Ty Wilson, P.C. Hybrid vehicles have become more and more pop- Low-speed maneuvers by hybrids that are most
ular in recent years, especially since they reduce hazardous to pedestrians and bicyclists include:
what’s inside harmful pollutants and offer much higher gas
mileage in an era when gas prices continue to run Slowing or stopping
page 2 well above $3.00 in most areas. Backing up
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Entering or leaving a parking spot
child have the flu or just But while hybrid cars help reduce emissions and Slow turns
a cold? are a step in the right direction for a healthier
planet, they come with a surprising downside. At With the production of hybrid cars expected to
Holiday party eating 101
low speeds, hybrids utilize electric power, which skyrocket in the next decade, lawmakers are con-
page 3 results in a dramatic reduction in engine noise. fronting this dilemma quickly. The Pedestrian
Seems like a good thing, right? Well, though a Safety Enhancement Act is expected to be in
Social host alcohol
plus for drivers, the extremely quiet engine in place by 2014, requiring pedestrian safety sound
liability
hybrids has become a threat to pedestrians and systems in all electric cars. Car manufacturers
page 4 bicyclists. are trying to come up with ideas to counteract the
silence of hybrid cars while running on electricity.
Holiday wishes
When a car is performing certain low-speed Some proposed concepts for hybrids include emit-
maneuvers, pedestrians and bicyclists are twice as ting fake engine sounds or beeping when at low
likely to be struck by a hybrid vehicle as a car with speeds. !
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nutrition 411
DOES MY CHILD
skiing andparty
SONNY’S TIPS: HAVE
the flu or holiday
does my child snowboarding
just cold?
haveathe flu or eating 101 HOW A MISHAP ON THE SLOPES
just a cold?
It’s a scenario that most parents are familiar with –
their child is sent home sick from school with a bad
TURN INTO A LAWSUIT
CAN Believe it or not, it is possible to get through the holiday sea-
son with little or no weight gain. Try following these simple
Winter sports, particularly skiing and snowboarding, have erupted in
soreathroat, fever and body ache,are now the parents
It’s scenario that most parents and suggestions:
wonder if she– their childor just the common cold. popularity over the last few decades. As with any action sport, the adren-
familiar with has the flu is sent
To thesick from school withbe bad to differentiate Check out the food being served and then of danger and
aline and excitement comes strapped with a good amount decide which
home untrained eye, it can a hard
sore throat, fever and body since they share some of the
between the flu and a cold ache, foods are with the calories and which ones are not.
injury risk. In correlationworththe sports’ increased popularity, injuries
and now the parents wonder if a few guidelines you can
same symptoms, but there are she skiing or snowboarding have that you really don’t enjoy
sustained whileDon’t waste calories on foods also risen, and can range in
follow to helpjust the common cold. are up against:
has the flu or you determine what you eating.
severity anywhere from minor bruises to head injuries to even death.
To the untrained eye, it can be hard
The onset. If the illness came on quickly, it is more
to differentiate between the flu and recent study on these a healthy snack
According to a Make an effort to eat types of acci- before you leave
a cold since than a cold.
likely the fluthey share some of the home. It will be much more difficult to maintain control
dents, spinal cord damage and head trauma injuries
same symptoms, but there are a few at a party full of food if your stomach is growling.
! Fever. If can child to a severe have increased significantly in children and adoles-
guidelines you yourfollowhashelp you fever, that’s a
cents. Common causes of skiing and snowboarding
sign what flu; a mild or lack
determine of theyou are up against: of fever could indi- Eat your calories instead of drinking them. Choose low
cate a cold. accidents include:
calorie or no-calorie drinks like water, diet soda, lite beer,
The onset. If the illness came on quickly, it is more likely the
or a wine spritzer. Avoid punch, eggnog, mixed, and
! A a cold.
flu than runny or stuffy nose. If your child’s runny Colliding with other skiers or snowboarders as 500 calories per
creamy drinks that can have as much
nose has her reaching for the tissues every ten sign of the
! Fever. If your child has a severe fever, that’s a into objects like trees or signs
Crashingserving.
flu; a mild or lack likely that she has a cold.
seconds, it’s more of fever could indicate a cold. Defective chairlifts or equipment
Inadequate training from a skiing or snow- every alcoholic
Drink a large glass of water between
A runny or Anytime you’re sick, you runny nose
! Exhaustion.stuffy nose. If your child’sfeel tired. has
boardingdrink, nonalcoholic punch, or eggnog. You will end up
instructor
her reaching is overly exhausted, ten seconds,
If your child for the tissues every however, thatit’s more
drinking less calories and staying hydrated as well.
likely be a she has flu.
could that sign of a cold.
In some cases, legal action may be possible following a skiing or snow-
! Exhaustion. Anytime you’re sick, you feel tired. If your
! Aches. Headaches and muscle aches are tell-tale If hosting a get-together, that another’s negligence caused
boarding accident. One option is claiminggive your guests some healthy,
child is overly exhausted, however, that could be a sign of
signs of the flu.
lower-calorie options such as other skiers or snowboard-
your skiing or snowboarding accident,like fruits, vegetables, and lean
flu. meats. When you are a guest, bring a lower-calorie dish
ers, resort owners or instructors. Other lawsuits involve suing manufactur-
to share.
! Appetite. If it’s theand muscle notice are tell-tale signs of companies over faulty equipment, such as defective chairlifts or broken
Aches. Headaches flu, you’ll aches a significant ing
the flu.
decrease in your child’s appetite.
boot bindings – both of which can lead to traumatic injuries.
Focus on socializing instead of eating. Situate yourself
! Appetite.your childflu,experiencing chills and
! Chills. If If it’s the is you’ll notice a significant
away from where the food is being served.
decrease in your child’s appetite. A major roadblock in many personal injury lawsuits over skiing or snow-
constantly complains of feeling cold, that most
! Chills. If your childflu over a cold. chills and constantly
likely indicates the is experiencing Limit your portions known as filling your plate with
boarding accidents involves what’s and avoid the “assumption of risk”
complains of feeling cold, that most likely indicates the defense. Because of how inherently dangerous these sports can be, the
food. If given a choice, take a smaller plate.
ailments cold.
Otherflu over a with similar symptoms can include defense often tries to claim that the plaintiff opted to participate in an
some bacterial diseases like strep throat and pneumo- Rather to cause injury. avoiding your this can thwart
activity that was likelythan completely In some cases, favorite treats, any
Other ailments with similar symptoms can include some bacte-
nia, so it’s important that you don’t brush the illness which may leave you with a craving, take small portions
rial diseases like strep throat and pneumonia, so it’s importantmeans of being compensated for damages.
off as a cold too quickly. If you suspect your child has and eat them slowly to truly enjoy the tastes and textures
that you don’t brush the illness off as a cold too quickly. If you
flu or other serious condition, it’s best to contact your of the season! !
If
suspect your child has flu or other serious condition, it’s best to you have been injured in a skiing or snowboarding accident and
doctor. ! believe it was due to someone else’s negligence, you should contact an
contact your doctor. !
Source: RD411.com
experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your legal rights. !
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social host alcohol liability
Imagine this – you’re You can be held responsible
hosting a holiday party. in such a situation because
You’ve invited a lot of you were the event’s host
people and made sure and didn’t recognize the
that the food, desserts, guest’s level of intoxication
and gifts are ready. But and allowed them to keep
that’s not all, you’ve drinking. A judge or jury
also arranged for alco- may consider this as serving
hol to be available alcohol “recklessly.” You
throughout the party. can also be held liable if a
Everyone has a great minor is served alcohol at an
time sharing stories, event you’re hosting.
reminiscing, and having
a few drinks. Around Though laws can vary from
midnight, everyone state to state, there are steps
begins to head out and that you can take to help
make their way home. prevent such a situation from ever occurring when hosting events
in which alcohol is served, such as:
Just a few hours later, though, you receive a call that someone
who was at your party had too much to drink and was involved in Never allow minors to be served alcohol
a car accident driving home. Under social host alcohol liability, Encourage guests to drink responsibly or use designated
you could potentially be held responsible for the accident and be drivers
forced to pay for some or even all of the damage. Hire a professional bar-
tender to serve drinks and Proud Supporter of
refuse alcohol to those too
intoxicated
Fill in grid so every row, Host a cash bar, which
column and 9x9 box in relieves you of any legal
bold borders contains the digits 1-9 responsibility
Provide transportation for
guests that shouldn’t drive
9 5 home
8 6 3 Take keys away from those
who are intoxicated and
4 1 3 5
let them stay in your home
3 6 overnight
1 9 5 4 8 2
In situations where the event is
6 8 work-related and you are the
employer of a guest who is in a
2 7 5 1
DUI accident, the likelihood of
7 3 5 being held liable is even greater
1 8 since it can be considered that
the employee had an obligation
to attend your event. !
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Sonny’s Tips:
Does My Child Have the
Flu or Just a Cold?
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