Field 9: Legal Aspects/Tort Liability

#106 Construction Work Zone Liability G 27 min
Producer: 3M
This excellent video defines torts, gives the history of tort litigation against government agencies, and describes how agencies can reduce their litigation risks.

#107 Caution, Litigation Ahead: The Road to Effective Risk Management G 25 min
Producer: FHWA
Creating and maintaining an effective risk management program is covered in this video. Highway officials and other professionals discuss the legal responsibilities of public transportation agencies and ways to meet these responsibilities.

#108 Good Roads Amendment G 10 min
Producer: Texas Good Roads Association
This video covers the Good Roads Amendment to the Texas Constitution. This amendment guarantees that funds for highway construction will not be diverted by the Texas Legislature. Many Federal and State officials discuss and explain the impact of the amendment.

#177 The Best Defense is a Good Road G 15 min 30 sec
Producer: USDOT/FHWA
This tape discusses deferred maintenance as a cause for the increasing number of tort claims and litigations.

#255 Deposition G 17 min
Producer: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
This video offers an excellent portrayal of highway officials giving depositions. It suggests how to respond to attorneys' questions and how to avoid problem responses. This program is for anyone preparing for a deposition.

#256 Employee as a Witness G 23 min 30 sec
Producer: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
This video explains what is involved in the deposition, your relationship with your attorney and your time in the courtroom as a witness. It illustrates the importance of appearance, conduct, and preparation while offering tips on giving testimony.

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