NO FOOD, BEVERAGES, GUM, OR HIGH HEELS ALLOWED! How Greece Is Preserving Its Ancient Sites
If you wanted to pinpoint a civilization that has impacted our society and government in more ways than one, ancient Greece should be one of the first civilizations you think of. The ancient Greeks made significant contributions to philosophy, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, literature, and so much more. Today, you can still visit their magnificent monuments and tour ancient sites — it will surely make you feel like you’ve returned to ancient times! However, if you plan on traveling to Greece, there are a few things you need to know. For example, in 2009, Greek authorities implemented a law stating that you cannot wear high heels while walking around these historic sites. Because these monuments are centuries old, they have experienced a lot of wear and tear. And visitors (or locals) wearing stiletto heels can damage these sites even more with their spiked heels. But that’s not the only law Greek authorities instituted in 2009. You also can’t bring food, drinks, or gum to most of these historical sites. The Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens, Greece, was built in 161 A.D. To this day, it continues to be a stadium for live performances, festivals, and other activities. But in 2009, Greek authorities and the venue’s maintenance crew knew something needed to change. As
the crew cleaned up the stadium, they discovered nearly 60 pounds of chewing gum beneath the marble seats. Because of this incident of littering — and many others — Greek officials came up with a solution, and new laws were created. If we want to preserve the history of these places and the culture of the ancient Greeks, continue learning more about them, and use their buildings and stadiums, then we must follow the preventive measures the modern Greeks put in place. So, if you plan on traveling to Greece to see the iconic Parthenon temple, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Apollo, the Temple of Zeus, or other locations, be sure to wear your comfiest shoes, and eat and drink before visiting!
FAILURE TO BUCKLE UP Can You Still File a Personal Injury Claim? The Law on Comparative Negligence You have the right to file a personal injury claim after being involved in a car accident as long as you can prove that the other party’s negligence led to the accident. It’s important to note that you may affect your damage award if you share some blame with the defendant. Before the Florida Tort Reform, the plaintiff could collect compensation even if, to some degree, they were responsible for the accident. But now, if you’re 50% or more responsible for the negligent act, you will not receive a settlement. And if you weren’t wearing a seat belt when the collision occurred, it could hinder your case now more than ever when seeking compensation. Failure to wear a seat belt comes into play when the court feels the act contributes to your injuries. The cause of the accident may not have been your lack of wearing a seat belt, but if it played a role in increasing the severity of the injuries you suffered, your compensation amount will decrease. How does the defense use this against you? While not wearing a seat belt won’t forfeit your right to get compensated by your insurance provider or the at-fault party, it will affect the quality of your claims. The defense team can use medical evidence to prove to the court that your injuries’ degree and severity are because you weren’t wearing your seat belt. They may have experts testify and state that if you wore a seat belt, you wouldn’t have suffered the same injuries or maybe even been injured in the first place. You deserve a fair trial and compensation even if you weren’t buckled up. At The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro , we will fight and argue that you would have still received your injuries if you were wearing your seat belt. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you or someone you know is experiencing this scenario.
Under Florida law, it’s illegal for anyone to ride in or operate a vehicle without wearing a seat belt. And while it’s common knowledge that wearing your seat belt can protect you and prevent severe injuries, did you know you could jeopardize your personal injury case if you got into a car accident and weren’t wearing your seat belt?
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