Category Archives: Personal Injury
Stay Safe In The New Year: Avoiding Accidents While Out & About
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to stay indoors as much as possible, many Floridians are intent on making and working on New Year’s resolutions. Some of the most common will take people far from their homes, such as traveling, exercising more, and spending more time with family and friends. While it is… Read More »
Accidents On Florida Waters
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Floridians must continue to find activities to enjoy themselves without putting other people at risk unnecessarily. Boating can be an enjoyable time, but it is important to keep in mind that it can be hazardous if the appropriate amount of care is not used. Boating accidents can cause serious… Read More »
Product Recalls and Liability
Every year, thousands of products, from drugs to food to other consumer items, are recalled by companies after they have caused injury or death to one or more consumers. Some are recalled before they cause damage, but for the majority, it is too late to prevent harm. However, the mere existence of a product… Read More »
What Exactly Is A Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimate that roughly 29.4 million emergency room visits happen each year as a result of unintentional or accidental injuries. No data exists as to how many of those were caused by the negligence or reckless conduct of another person, but for those injured people, the possibility… Read More »
Negligence Per Se In Florida Personal Injury Cases
When someone is injured in an accident, the resulting personal injury lawsuit may be brought under a theory of negligence, meaning that the defendant allegedly acted without the reasonable care that was expected of them (or someone else in their situation). However, in certain personal injury cases, a doctrine called negligence per se may… Read More »
Holding A Funeral Home Accountable
The funeral industry is in a somewhat unique position in that it will, unfortunately, always have those who use it. That said, funeral homes must still operate at an extremely high standard of care, given the role they play in society. A funeral or a cremation poorly handled can leave lasting trauma on a… Read More »
Establishing Pain & Suffering Damages In Florida Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury cases, where a person is harmed due to the negligence or recklessness of another person, do not end with anyone going to jail. Rather, they yield monetary damages if the plaintiff is successful in their suit. One of the most common types of damages awarded in a personal injury case is damages… Read More »
Accidents With Uninsured & Underinsured Motorists
Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to auto insurance, which means that every driver is required to carry a certain amount of accident insurance to be accessed in the event of a crash. However, the state is notorious for having a high percentage of uninsured and underinsured drivers – 26.7 percent in… Read More »
Boating Accidents In Florida
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, more and more Florida families are looking for outdoor activities they can do while still remaining socially distant and safe. Boating is a relatively isolated activity, and because of the state’s year-round sunny weather, it is still popular even as winter kicks into full swing. That said, there is… Read More »
Seeking Compensation For Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
A traumatic brain injury is one of the most serious, potentially dangerous, and life-changing injuries that a person can suffer. However, very often, someone who has sustained a TBI due to the negligence of another person will not wind up receiving any kind of compensation for the harm they have suffered. This happens for… Read More »
