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Archives for February 2014

As Between Intentional And Negligent Joint Tortfeasors, The Negligent Tortfeasor Is Severally Liable While The Intentional Tortfeasor Is Liable Both Jointly And Severally.

February 11, 2014

According to its web site, CAFE MODA is the “Hottest Local Filipino Spot In Las Vegas”. A few years back, things got hotter than expected when Palma and Richards got into a fight while on the cafe’s premises. Richards stabbed Palma. Palma sued Richards and Cafe Moda. At the civil trial, the jury found both […]

Filed Under: Apportionment of Damages, Comparative Fault, Intentional Torts, Joint & Several Liability, Joint Tortfeasors, Negligence, NRS 41.141 By

Whistleblowers Need Attention Too

February 10, 2014

OSHA takes the safety, health and security of truck drivers seriously. In fact, drivers and other motor carrier employees are protected from retaliation for reporting certain on‑the‑job commercial motor vehicle safety, health or security concerns. These whistleblower protections were granted under the Surface Transportation Assistance Act, 49 U.S.C. Section 31105. While whistleblower suits are rarely successful, they are […]

Filed Under: Health, Osha, Safety, Security, Whistleblower By