Towing

Illinois Takes Action: New Laws Target Rogue Towing Practices and Ban AI in Therapy

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has enacted two significant bills aimed at improving public safety and mental health services in the state. The first piece of legislation addresses the growing issue of rogue towing companies, which have been the subject of investigative reports highlighting their unscrupulous practices. The second bill prohibits the use of artificial intelligence in mental health therapy. The new towing law aims to close loopholes that have allowed illegal towing operators to evade penalties by re-registering under different business names. This legislation grants state police the authority to impound tow trucks that violate … Read more

Virginia Unveils Series of Tough New Traffic Laws: Stricter Seat Belt Rules and Higher Towing Fees Take Effect

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Virginia’s updated traffic laws took effect on Monday, bringing significant changes that are expected to affect drivers throughout the state, particularly in the Hampton Roads region. One of the most notable updates is a modification to photo speed enforcement in school zones. Under new legislation, drivers caught speeding by cameras in these areas will no longer face penalties unless the ticket clearly indicates that the school zone was active at the time, which must be evidenced by flashing lights, signs, or other indicators. Additionally, failing to stop for pedestrians and other vulnerable road users has … Read more

Jury Awards Over $4 Million in Wrongful Death Suit Against Towing Company for Tragic 2020 Accident

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LAWRENCE, Kan. — A Douglas County jury has awarded over $4 million in damages to the family of a woman who died in a tragic car towing accident, though the final payout might be significantly less due to state laws. In a decision rendered after a week-long trial and roughly seven hours of deliberation, the jury found both Hillcrest Wrecker and its employee, Erin VanNatta, collectively 51% responsible for the 2020 death of 29-year-old Lindsay Raine. Raine sustained fatal injuries when her vehicle, which was being prepared for towing, rolled down her driveway and crushed … Read more

Stalled Lawsuit Against Birmingham Towing Firm Set to Move Forward After Months of Delays

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Birmingham, AL – A protracted legal dispute involving Big Town Towing, a Birmingham-based towing company, may soon proceed after several months of delays. The lawsuit, initiated by local residents and multiple small businesses, accuses the company of illegal towing practices and price gouging, causing widespread sentiment of injustice among community members. This case has caught the attention of consumer rights advocates across the state, underlining concerns regarding towing regulations and the enforcement of consumer protection laws. It has been noted by legal experts that cases such as this could potentially lead to more stringent regulatory … Read more