This week’s question comes from Lauren via the form. Lauren asks:“Landscaping trucks with open tops and just a thin tarp or net over the top always have signs on the back saying it’s not their fault if something falls out of their truck and damages your car. Is that legit? If so, what the heck?! … Continue reading Legal Question: Road Hazards and the Efficacy of Caution Signs
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Legal Question: Can You Sue Yourself?
This week’s question comes from Cara:“This question was inspired by a line in your Santa Clause analysis...can you sue yourself? Is it legally possible? And if so, why might someone do it?”Great question, Cara. This is one of those technicality-type questions. The short answer is yes. It’s kind of like that Spiderman meme: It is legally possible … Continue reading Legal Question: Can You Sue Yourself?
Legal Question: Kevin McAllister: Attempted Murderer or Hero?
This question comes from LeeAnn via direct message.“Would Kevin on ‘Home Alone’ get in legal trouble for setting all those booby traps? Or would he be let go with self-defense? Aren’t you allowed to protect your house? Can you also find out how his dad paid for a whole fucking family to go on that … Continue reading Legal Question: Kevin McAllister: Attempted Murderer or Hero?

