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You’re on the floor, not breathing. You are dead. Suddenly, a Good Samaritan runs up and performs CPR. Sure, he breaks a couple ribs, but you start breathing again. Paramedics arrive and rush you to the hospital. It’s a fact that broken ribs can result from CPR. If this occurs, can you sue to recover for your injuries? Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) breaks ribs. A study of Korean patients showed that, of 71 patients revived by CPR, 22 had at least one broken rib, and 14 had more than one....

Couples caught up in the rush of young love may wish to elope instead of going through the rigors of a formal wedding. But hold on there, all you Romeos and Juliets. Not that things didn’t work out just peachy for the Shakespearean couple, but you should be familiar with what the law has to say first – especially whether it’s even legal to elope in your particular situation. Here’s what you need to know:...

Motorcycle helmet laws exist in most states but not all of them make wearing a helmet a universal requirement for motorcyclists. States with those laws also see increased helmet use and that keeps riders safe, according to a new study by the CDC. Helmets prevent serious injury and fatality in a significant number of motorcycle accidents, both for drivers and passengers. But riders aren’t necessarily embracing universal helmet laws. Push-back is parlty due to an aversion to government interference in what is seen as personal business....

As discussed in FildLaw’s Celebrity Justice, a lawsuit from Jay-Z (and five other artists who are part of Universal Music Group) has been filed against Spot of Tea in Mobile, Alabama. This lawsuit serves as a warning for small business owners of establishments such as bookstores, tea shops, restaurants and coffee shops: You could be breaking the law without even knowing it. The lawsuit serves to warn owners about an important legal issue: performance rights....

Last week, the Los Angeles City Council approved a measure that would effectively prohibit individuals from sleeping in their cars in any residential area, or near schools and parks. Although the measure was approved by the city council, it still needs to be signed into law by Mayor Eric Garcetti. The new measure, if approved by Garcetti, would replace a prior ban that was put into place in the 1980s that was stuck down by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals a couple years ago....

People were horrified to learn of Vitaliy Sulzhik, who reportedly found a dead mouse in a can of Monster Energy Drink. But, according to Hansen Beverage Company, Monster’s manufacturer, Sulzhik’s negligence and product liability lawsuit is a sham. If there really was a dead mouse in a can of Monster Energy Drink, it would have deteriorated, rendering the first sip undrinkable. On March 28, Vitaliy Sulzhik filed suit against Monster’s parent company, alleging that he had found a dead mouse at the bottom of a can....

A new round of lawsuits in Florida claims that Monster Energy Drinks failed to warn consumers that consumption of their caffeine-laden sodas could cause heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure. While just the latest in a series of injury lawsuits against the energy drink company, the suits filed in Florida this month could be merely the tip of the legal iceberg. The attorneys that filed the five lawsuits say they are investigating over a hundred more....

While Portland, Oregon has been enjoying economic growth over the past few years, unfortunately, along with that growth, renters in the city are facing increasing rent costs. As Portland continues to grow, the housing supply is not able to keep up with the demand, and while the city can build its way out, that solution provides no immediate relief for those at risk of eviction. Since Oregon prohibits rent control laws, the city of Portland had to take action to protect vulnerable residents from being displaced by greedy landlords seeking to maximize their gains....

The long anticipated SBA emergency bridge loan program will begin taking applications June 15th. It will offer loans of up to $35,000, and unlike many of the other recent lending initiatives, the money can be used to pay back existing debt. As CNN reported, SBA Administrator Karen Mills announced the launch date of the program during a kick-off speech for National Small Business Week. In her words, these loans are for businesses “in a situation where they just need a little extra help to bridge the troubled waters....

‘Tis the season to enroll your child in school. And with school enrollment becoming increasingly competitive, there’s a growing trend of parents committing school enrollment fraud to beat the system. School fraud cases raise questions about school funding disparities and pit parents’ pursuit of better academics or safer hallways against schools’ interest in protecting their funding and quality. Here’s the low-down on what school enrollment fraud is, and how it can cost you big-time:...

Tracking sex offenders is a complex process. To do it, many states have rolled out tough comprehensive plans. For example, in California, Jessica’s Law has been enacted as a way to provide sex offender management. But with so many people on the sex offender registry list, it has become challenging for law enforcement to effectively track them all. Upon release, sex offenders must sign up with their state’s sex offender registry....

Settlements may seem as easy as signing an agreement and being handed a check, but you might still need an attorney by your side. Why? Well as it turns out, there are various legal issues that can go wrong or unnoticed during the settlement process. And while you may hope for the best, an attorney can actually safeguard your interests. So why would you hire a lawyer even if you plan to settle?...

Square Cash is the newest way for individuals to email money to one another, but will the legal risks keep businesses from adopting it? According to The Wall Street Journal, Square Inc. – best known for equipping small businesses with a way to use mobile phones and tablets as cash registers – launched Square Cash on Tuesday, allowing users to send up to “$2,500 a week” from one debit card to another (as long as it’s a Visa or Mastercard)....

Is all fair in love, war and electric cars? Maybe a little warfare is taking place in the divorce of Tesla Motors mogul Elon Musk. The Silicon Valley entrepreneur, venture capital golden boy and billionaire is broke. At least that is what the latest papers filed in his divorce proceedings with soon to be ex-wife, novelist Justine Musk, are reported to say. According to Reuters, Musk claims to be out of cash....

Urban Outfitters’ “Navajo” panties have, well, gotten the Navajo Nation’s panties in a twist. The trendy retailer recently launched a “Navajo” line of merchandise, including flasks, feather necklaces, and t-shirts. Some are accusing the company of mocking American Indian culture. Urban Outfitters claims it’s just cashing in on the current “Native American-inspired trend.” Insensitive or not, are “Navajo” panties legal? Sasha Houston Brown, the woman who initiated the panty debate, puts forth two legal arguments....

It is time to hire some muscle, or you think it might be. But you have never done such a thing and are not even sure what exactly you need to know. In fact, you may not even know how to go about finding a security guard that is appropriate for your business. Beyond finding and hiring the right person, you also need to figure out the details of your guard’s job....

Whether you give or receive spousal support, you likely feel some type of way about it. Most spouses are not eager to spend their lives supporting an ex financially. Similarly, the recipient of support can feel resentful about the amount of money received or even the need for it. But spousal support is necessarily not about feelings. It’s about needs, ensuring that the end of a union does not mean financial ruin for a former spouse who earns less or no money and relied on their partner....

What does “Duck Dynasty” have to do with turkey fryer fires on Thanksgiving? As a new online video shows, it has everything to do with safety. Two stars of A&E’s “Duck Dynasty” crew – namely, Jase Robertson and his uncle Si – have teamed up with State Farm to create a quick public service announcement about the dangers of deep-frying turkeys. What bearded wisdom should you remember if you want to fry your bird?...

About 16 zombie actors were injured on set after a “Resident Evil” accident this week in Toronto. The accident occurred when a 4-foot high platform separated from the rest of the movie set, causing a gap. As a result, some of the actors who were performing on the platform fell. The injured individuals were all decked out in zombie costume and makeup at the time of the accident. In fact, the gory special effects initially made it difficult to sort out the real victims....

With Independence Day this week, what better way to celebrate than with a post on how to get into this great country. Along with entering the country as an immediate family member, one of the most common ways to get a green card is through work. However, if you’re not fortunate enough to be educated, have a demanded skill set, and a job offer waiting, gaining permanent residency through this route can be difficult....