Accidents happen daily. No matter how careful you are, you cannot tell when something unfortunate will happen because of someone else’s negligence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are around 40 million emergen...
The Florida House continues to press forward to eliminate the state’s no-fault auto insurance in spite of the arguments that the number of lawsuits and rates will increase if it passes. A similar proposal, SB 378, has come to a standstill in the Flor...
The death of a family member is devastating. It can affect a person in every way. You have to cope with the situation and deal with your loss so you can move on with your life. Another thing that can add to your grief is if the death of your loved...
Not all personal injury cases make it in front of a jury. Some are settled right away, and in the United States, only four to five percent of personal injury cases go to trial. Many cases are settled after an alternative dispute resolution, such as m...
Not everyone likes waiting on a red light, especially when they are in a hurry. However, it needs to be done to ensure your own safety as well as the safety of those around you. But how often do you roll through your right-hand turns? Before making a...
Trying to navigate the crowded public roadways of Florida can be challenging. However, it can be even more difficult if there is a massive truck present trying to make it from point A to point B. From traffic congestion to road hazards and inclement...
Slip and fall accidents are, unfortunately, common occurrences on both private and public property. While several of these accidents are not really anyone’s fault, some often end up as the result of serious negligence by another party. However, it i...
Motorcycle accidents often cause some of the most serious road injuries, including traumatic brain injury (TBI). Traumatic brain injuries can cause confusion and disorientation, memory loss, fatigue, headaches, visual problems, poor attention and con...
Sometimes, in a personal injury case, general witnesses may be called upon to help provide clarity on some issues that may have been contested. However, in other cases, expert witnesses are called in because they have technical or scientific knowledg...
Distracted driving is dangerous and claims thousands of lives each year. Distracted driving involves any activity that takes the driver's attention away from the road and from driving. Some of the more common distractions include talking on the phon...
Many things fall under the category of personal injury, and dog bite attacks are one of them. While dogs are meant to be companions to those around them, some dogs can snap all of a sudden. Millions of people suffer from dog bites each year, and thes...
There is a lot of uncertainty following an auto accident, especially when it comes to predicting the outcome and assessing the damage. When someone is seriously injured in an auto accident, the person at fault may be held responsible and required to...
There are all sorts of reasons why cars collide today. Many times, a driver error is behind the event. For example, when a vehicle operator speeds, becomes distracted via a text/phone call or even falls asleep behind the wheel, a devastating crash ca...
Car accidents happen for a variety of reasons. One example is that of drunk driving. A person could throwback multiple alcoholic beverages during a night out on the town. Then, he or she might make the mistake of getting behind the wheel of their car...
Lighting is an important component in any home. Some folks go with ceiling fans with lights. This action knocks out two birds with one stone. The device circulates the air and brightens the room up so that occupants can see. Other designers select tr...
Accidents can occur to anyone and at any time. For example, a driver who barely received his/her learner's permit could wreck with mom or dad in the car. Then again, a teen with a license, who is not obligated to ride with an adult, might get involve...
All across the country, including right here in the Sunshine State, people ride bicycles to get from place to place. There are lots of reasons why individuals take this action. For one, the activity is a great form of exercise. The venture can increa...
In a society that has a lot of activities meant for the physical and the fast, chances are you may one day not be able to slow down and find yourself injured. For individuals who have prior conditions, this can easily become a dangerous and serious m...
