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Since 2016, ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have been available in Iowa’s metropolitan areas. But ridesharing can be a double-edged sword. On one side, evidence has shown that Uber and Lyft have cut down the frequency of impaired drivers taking to the streets after partaking in alcohol or controlled substances. On the other side, the introduction of ridesharing and…
Does it matter how long your Uber driver has been on the road before picking you up? Are you entitled to a rideshare driver who is alert and rested? Turns out rideshare drivers do have daily drive-hour limits. But your Lyft driver may be exhausted before he even starts his shift. Main Reason for Imposing Drive-Hour Limits Driving for rideshare…
William Brown of Texas was just one of a number of individuals who have died using vape pens. After taking the device in to get it looked at, the battery exploded. This has been identified as a trend in the United States, with 196 vape pen explosions and fire incidents between 2009 and 2016. In the case of William Brown,…
According to investigative reports from the Iowa State Patrol (ISP), James Bergert drove his SUV north up I-35 on August 4, 2021. His wife Joanna rode beside him in the passenger seat. Around mile marker 141, tow truck driver Anthony Nessa had just picked up a car from the side of the interstate in his flatbed tow truck. He drove…
In the summer of 2020, a 14-year-old rode his bicycle to Kenny's Roller Ranch in Burlington. The boy was cruising down Summer Street when he met Shelby Whittaker. Shortly before 9 p.m., 24-year-old Whittaker turned down Summer Street in her 2001 Toyota Avalon. It was a dimly lit street where she crossed the centerline. Failing to see the boy, she ploughed…
Dash cams can provide critical evidence in car accident cases. This article explores if they are legal in Iowa and how drivers can use footage to support claims. Comparing Key Points About Dash Cams in Iowa Legal Considerations Benefits Placement Cannot block >5 sq in. on driver side or >7 sq in. on passenger side <br> Cannot be in airbag…
Legal cannabis products like Delta-8 promise a mellow high, but using and driving can have tragic consequences. Understanding the impairment and legal risks is critical. Delta-8 Effects Risks of Driving Impaired Legal Consequences Causes relaxation and euphoria Decreased reaction time Arrest if tests are positive Alter perceptions and cognition Poor concentration and focus Use as evidence in court Varies substantially…
A recent accident caused by a semi-truck tire blowout killed at least seven passengers on a Greyhound bus headed from St. Louis to Los Angeles on Interstate 40. The tire blowout caused the semi-truck to cross lanes into oncoming westbound traffic, where it crashed into the bus that had 47 passengers on board. More than 5,000 people died in large…
Traffic collisions are a significant disruption to all parties involved. Between medical bills, damaged property, and legal and financial headaches, it is not a pleasant experience. When two or more parties get into an accident, contacting each party’s respective car insurance company is always one of the first steps down this lengthy legal process. Yet, when the parties reach the…
While summer brings a break from school for most teenagers, it also ushers in the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers between Memorial Day at the end of May and Labor Day at the start of September. Young drivers spend more time on the roads traveling to and from their jobs or visiting with friends. Because of their age and…
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