American pedestrians risk dying under the wheels of a car every time they cross an auto-centric street, but if you think walkers are safe from crashes once they step inside a building, think again. Drivers crash their cars into buildings about 60 times per day on...
A Vermont Senate committee is considering legislation that would criminalize robo calls in Vermont, penalizing illegal callers with up to 90 days in jail or fines of up to $10,000.00. Senator Randy Brock, a Republican from Franklin County, is the lead sponsor of...
Cybercrooks will take advantage of any situation or crisis if they have any reason to believe that it will be successful. With the Coronavirus being discussed in all sorts of media constantly, it is a natural target for phishing scams. This e-mail, which carries the...
AARP issued the following warning about scams: Some of the most heartless scammers will tug at your heartstrings as a way to get into your wallet. Two examples of this are romance scams or the grandparent scam. In romance scams, scammers will target potential victims...
If a motor vehicle crash was someone else’s fault, you are entitled to payment for any damage done to your vehicle. You are also entitled to compensation for any damage to personal belongings in the vehicle. There are three types of insurance coverage that typically...
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law that limits the behavior and actions of third-party debt collectors who are attempting to collect debts on behalf of another person or entity. The law, amended in 2010, restricts the means and methods by...
Cases Set for Friday, Feb. 7 Cases heard by Nancy Waples Date/Time/Place Case Name/Type of Proceeding/Litigants (Attorney) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Friday, Feb. 7 N.A. Manosh, Inc. vs. Thomas et al 9:00 AM...
Most people know you can’t leave the scene of a motor vehicle collision, no matter whether or not it’s your fault. State law also requires all drivers to remain at the scene of the crash. In Vermont, not only must you remain at the scene after a car crash (staying in...
Cases Set for Wednesday, Feb. 5 Cases heard by Nancy Waples Date/Time/Place Case Name/Type of Proceeding/Litigants (Attorney) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wednesday, Feb. 5 State vs. Mosley, Molly 9:00 AM 33-7-19...
Carbon monoxide poisoning can be particularly dangerous because it is a colorless and odorless gas. It is preventable once you know the warning signs and how to detect carbon monoxide buildup before it becomes too dangerous. Carbon monoxide can be potentially fatal...