Serving That Whiskey Might Be Risky – Liability Of Social Hosts In DUI Accidents
2/15/19
By: Stacey Bavafa Under California Civil Code Section 1714, social hosts and other third parties may be held to be partially liable in the event of a drunk driving accident depending on the circumstances that led up to the accident. Under Sec. 1714, everyone is responsible for the result of his or her willful acts,…
Does the Fourth Amendment Allow a Forced Blood Draw After a DUI Arrest?
1/14/13
By: Sun Choy The Supreme Court will answer this question in Missouri v. McNeely. It is well established that the Fourth Amendment allows a warrantless search under exigent circumstances. During the oral argument last week, the Court suggested that increased technology may diminish the need for warrantless searches. With advancements in instant communications, a warrant…