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Liability In Florida Boating Accidents
Florida has approximately 950,000 boats registered in the state, trailing behind only California in sheer numbers. Taking a vessel out on Florida’s miles of waterways is a very common way for residents to destress, particularly in the midst of a global pandemic, since one is comparatively isolated while out on a boat. Most boaters… Read More »
Why Are Florida Cities Not Safe For Pedestrians?
Each year, the urban planning think tank SmartGrowth America puts out its Dangerous By Design report, which ranks U.S. metropolitan areas according to how dangerous they are to pedestrians, as well as analyzing the reasons for the high rate of injuries and fatalities. In the 2021 report, 7 of the 10 most dangerous metropolitan… Read More »
Suing A Deceased Defendant
In several types of Florida accidents, there is unfortunately a high likelihood of someone losing their life, particularly in accidents that involve automobiles or large trucks. If the person allegedly at fault for the accident is killed, most injured survivors tend to believe that their chance for receiving any kind of compensation for their… Read More »
What Is The Standard Of Care In Florida Medical Malpractice Cases?
Medical malpractice is arguably one of the most complex causes of action one can bring in court. This goes extra in Florida, given its numerous pre-suit requirements that plaintiffs must meet before bringing their claim. However, at the heart of every claim brought to court is the issue of how much care is owed… Read More »
Can You Seek Damages For Emotional Distress In A Personal Injury Case?
Filing a personal injury lawsuit is never an easy endeavor. Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be able to seek damages for a number of different injuries, both physical and otherwise. While recovery for physical injuries is the most common type sought – almost every personal injury case involves trying to… Read More »
Can I Sue A Florida Funeral Home For Negligence?
When you lose a loved one, you want to give them an appropriate send-off and ensure that they have the resting place they deserve. However, sometimes the funeral home you choose will make mistakes, or in rare cases, may even deliberately act in a way that causes harm and distress to your family. If… Read More »
Should My Family File A Wrongful Death Suit?
Wrongful death is a legal cause of action that can be brought when someone dies due to the negligence or reckless behavior of another person. Families who have lost a loved one in this way are often reeling and legal redress may not be the first thing on their mind. However, while money will… Read More »
Liability In Florida Auto Accidents
Normally, an automobile accident in Florida is handled via the state’s no-fault system, meaning that a driver who is injured will file a claim with their insurer for their medical bills, instead of filing suit against the (allegedly) negligent party who caused the crash. However, the law provides an exception for those whose injuries… Read More »
What Duty Of Care Is Owed By A Substance Abuse Treatment Center?
Data from the American Addiction Centers estimates that almost 20 million people in the U.S. suffer from an addiction to drugs or alcohol. When one of them decides to seek treatment, they may consult their doctor, or they may seek more serious, inpatient treatment at a treatment center or rehab clinic. However, in many… Read More »
Elderly Floridians And Personal Injury
U.S. Census data estimates that approximately 20 percent of all Floridians are over the age of 65, while only 16.5 percent of the United States in general have reached that mark. However, the share of personal injury cases that affects elderly people is routinely higher – elderly people are often more frail than those… Read More »