By Thomas D. Penfield – Published in Trial Magazine, February 2014
While it shares some similarities with auto crash cases, bike accident litigation contains its own nuances, from juror perceptions of cyclists to the unique mechanics of a crash.
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Following the $8 million settlement of a class action lawsuit, Chula Vista residents will start receiving tax rebates by the end of this month. CaseyGerry and Newport Beach-based Capretz & Associates joined forces to file and settle the lawsuit, which demanded restitution as a result of the City of Chula Vista’s continued collection of the controversial tax.
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According to Consumer Reports, the culprit is caramel coloring – the most utilized food coloring in the world – which contains the chemical 4-methylimidazole, or 4-MeI, a potentially cancer causing chemical.
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