| Fraud and Deceit |
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| In the business world, making fraudulent or deceitful representations to others may give rise to liability. A "representation" may consist of words or conduct.More... |
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| LIABILITY OF AIRLINES |
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| An airline may be liable to its passengers for an aircraft accident based upon its status as a common carrier, its contract with the passengers, or an implied or express warranty regarding the safety of its aircraft. An airline may also be liable to its passengers for delays, for discrimination, or for wrongful expulsionMore... |
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| Attorney Liability for Another Attorney's Malpractice |
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| An attorney may be held liable for committing legal malpractice while representing a client. Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney fails to use such skill, prudence, and diligence as lawyers of ordinary skill and capacity possess and exercise. In addition, other parties may be held liable for that attorney's misbehavior. More... |
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| The Fellow-Servant Rule |
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| Traditionally, the "fellow-servant rule" barred an employee's personal injury action against his or her employer if the employee's injury was caused by a co-worker. More... |
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| Liability of Air Traffic Controllers |
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| Air traffic controllers are responsible for the flow of air traffic in and around airports. The controllers must be licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The duties of the controllers are set forth in operations manuals that are prepared by the FAA. The controllers must transmit the information that is set forth in the manuals and must take all steps that are necessary for the safety of pilots and passengers.More... |
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