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According to a recent article by the LA Times, Toyota Motor Corporation has issued a new recall, this time for 2.17 million cars in the United States. The recall affects six models and is intended to address problems of sudden acceleration.

List of Toyota Recalls

The recall list includes:

• 761,000 RAV4 sport utility vehicles (2006 to 2010 models)
• 603,000 4Runner SUVs (2003 to 2009 models)
• 397,000 Highlander and Highlander hybrid SUVs (2004 to 2006 models)
• 372,000 Lexus RX SUVs (2004 to 2007 models)
• 20,000 Lexus GS sedans (2006 and 2007 models)
• 17,000 Lexus LX sedans (2008 to 2011 models)

For more information on this recall, please visit Toyota's page on the subject.

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Our country has millions of boaters. People use our waterways to fish, cruise, water ski and tube, wakeboard, and generally to have fun.

The captains of these pleasure crafts are responsible for the safety of those on board their vessel, the people in other boats as well as swimmers and divers. The captain of a boat has a responsibility to ensure that his/her boat is in a seaworthy condition and most importantly, that it is operated with the safety of everyone in mind.

Costly Mistakes

Often times, captains aboard pleasure vessels make mistakes and cause injuries to those on their boats or others. If you are injured on the boat of a friend or relative, you may feel awkward bringing a claim for your injuries because of the close friendship or familial relationship. This could also prove to be a major mistake as medical costs, lost wages and loss of future earning capacity become a reality due to your injuries. Additionally, you may suffer a loss of your capacity to enjoy life due to pain and suffering, disfigurement and/or the loss of your ability to engage in the daily activities you used to enjoy.

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