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Maine Supreme Court Addresses PTSD Claim in General Negligence Case

Negligence law in Maine is designed to compensate the victims of another’s negligence for damages related to physical harm that is caused by such negligence. In addition to physical harm, victims can generally recover damages for psychological and economic damages that are causally related to this physical harm. Negligent acts…

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Alleged Drunk Driver Charged with Manslaughter After Fatal Head-On Collision

Maine drivers who choose to take the risk of driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs are putting themselves at risk of significant criminal liability in the event of a harmful accident. When a drunk driver causes an accident that results in serious injury or death, they can be subject…

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Harrowing Multi-Vehicle Semi-Truck Accident Nearly Kills Pedestrian

It is a common trope for someone to say that their “life flashed before their eyes” during a dangerous situation or near-death experience. A Maine woman may know this feeling intimately after her experience as part of a multi-vehicle collision that nearly killed her in Franklin County late last month.…

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Speed and Alcohol Appear to Contribute to Weekend Crash in Cumberland County

Weekend nights in Maine cities and towns can present an increased danger for traffic accidents and the injuries that the accidents may cause. In addition to the increased traffic resulting from social events, weekend nights also see an increase in drivers who are operating their vehicles while intoxicated by drugs…

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Winter Weather Contributes to Deadly Thanksgiving Weekend on Maine Roads

November is commonly known as a dangerous month for drivers in Maine, as people are getting accustomed to driving in winter conditions again. The long weekend including the Thanksgiving holiday can be especially dangerous, as many travelers are commuting long distances to see family on what may be unfamiliar roads.…

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One Dead, Three Injured in Fatal Maine Winter Weather Accident

As winter approaches, snow, ice, hail, and freezing rain can create unsafe conditions on the road. Inclement weather can also make the consequences of careless driving even more dangerous. For example, speeding can already lead to an accident, but speeding on an icy road can make it even harder for…

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Safety Tips to Avoid Maine Winter Weather Accidents

Residents of Maine are accustomed to heavy snow, ice, and freezing temperatures during the cold winter months. As winter approaches, the weather can unfortunately result in unsafe conditions on the road, from slippery black ice to unplowed snow. These conditions can make it harder for some drivers to maintain control…

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