Monthly Archives: February 2021
Wrongful Death and Florida Auto Accidents
In 2018 (the most recent available data), Florida saw 2,917 fatal car accidents. It is hard not to wonder how many of those accidents led to grieving families filing wrongful death lawsuits against the person or persons who might have caused the death of their loved ones, as car accidents are one of the… Read More »
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 »
Soft Tissue Injuries In Car Accidents
When one is involved in a car accident, the damage that one sees can include everything from scrapes and cuts, to broken bones, to traumatic brain injuries. However, the most common type of injury suffered in auto accidents is soft tissue damage, located primarily in the back and neck area. Soft tissue injuries can… Read More »
