Most people have a basic understanding of what statutory rape is: Sexual intercourse with a minor, with or without consent. However, in most states it gets a bit more complicated than that. All states have an age of consent which outlines the minimum age at which a...
Month: April 2020
The legal ramifications of self-driving cars
Makers of autonomous cars tout their safety compared to those driven entirely by human beings. However, in the event of an accident involving a self-driving vehicle, the question of who is legally liable does not yet have a satisfactory answer as legislatures and...
The elderly are vulnerable to sex abuse
Almost anyone may become a victim of sex abuse, but some people are much more vulnerable than others. One age group that commonly suffers from sex abuse is the elderly. The most vulnerable are those with a mental impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease or...
Did a birth injury cause your child harm?
Giving birth is a natural process that the human body can withstand. With all the technical and medical advancements in the last few decades, the rate of infant and maternal birth fatalities has decreased. However, this does not mean parents should not question the...