The use of alcohol and marijuana among young people is common, though it should not be the case. Most people already know that many accidents and deaths are caused by alcohol and marijuana use. Lots of people say it’s kids being kids, while saying, “Don’t mix drinking and driving.” The same is true with use…
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Reckless driving and buying alcohol for minors in Alabama can have huge liability implications for their parent. In a series of articles, I’ve been looking at the tragedy as a result of the driving of Nick Bollea, professional wrestler Hulk Hogan’s son, where the passenger was horribly injured from the standpoint of what would be…
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Be safe and be careful. Remember to be especially careful if you are shooting off fireworks or around them. I’m thankful for the wonderful opportunities that I have as an American. Let’s remember the principles upon which this great country was founded. Happy 4th of July!
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When you listen to this below and hear Nick and Hulk Hogan talking on the phone while Nick is in jail, do you think Nick’s driving was wanton and reckless? The Alabama jury instructions state in part: The purpose of awarding punitive or exemplary damages is to allow money recovery to the plaintiff by way…
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Nick “Hogan” Bollea, Hulk Hogan’s son, a juvenile is serving an eight month sentence for felony reckless driving. Bollea pled no contest in May to a charge of reckless driving involving serious injury and was sentenced to eight months in jail. Nick’s passenger, who was not wearing his seatbelt, was left paralyzed due to the…
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This post begins a series I will be writing on the effect of fast driving, drinking and the terrible injuries that can occur. Warning – this video shows the serious effects of an automobile injury. (You may find it disturbing and graphic though parts of the video have been blurred due to just how bad…
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