Recent Blog Posts
Accidents Caused by Drugged Drivers
Although DUIs are usually associated with driving under the influence of alcohol, the reality is that Florida law actually recognizes a separate offense for driving under the influence of drugs (DUID). Drivers who injure someone else because they were driving while intoxicated face serious criminal penalties, but may also be required to compensate the… Read More »
The Eggshell Plaintiff Doctrine
Many accident victims sustain totally new and unexpected injuries. For instance, a passenger involved in a car accident who had no preexisting injuries or history of bone problems may suffer a broken leg. In other situations, however, an accident may cause an old injury to flare up or aggravate a preexisting condition. Fortunately, injured… Read More »
Propane Tank Explosions
As summer approaches, more and more Florida residents find themselves outside enjoying the sunshine, relaxing pool-side, or having family barbecues in the backyard. While these are all relatively innocuous activities, propane explosions can quickly turn them into traumatic experiences. Although propane is used by millions of Americans to power their outdoor grills, when handled… Read More »
Head-on Collisions
Head-on car crashes occur when the front portions of two vehicles collide, which usually happens after one car crosses the center of the road and crashes into a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. Head-on car crashes are some of the most dangerous and deadly types of auto accidents and are especially tragic because… Read More »
Broken Glass Injuries
Broken glass causes some of the most painful and scarring car accident injuries, so in an effort to cut down on the number of lacerations sustained by car accident victims from flying glass, vehicle manufacturers began installing windshields that are designed not to shatter upon impact. Unfortunately, the design is not foolproof and many… Read More »
The Dangers of Commercial Truck Brake Failure
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), as many as 29 percent of all commercial truck accidents are caused by brake failure. While brake failure is always dangerous, it is especially deadly when one or more of the vehicles involved in a crash is a commercial truck. This is because these types… Read More »
Collecting Compensation for Injuries Caused by an Allergic Reaction
Every year, hundreds of people are hospitalized for severe allergic reactions. Although some allergic reactions are relatively minor, others can quickly become serious, causing anaphylactic shock, which can be deadly. While those with allergies can make changes in their lifestyle, such as refraining from coming into contact with or consuming products to which they… Read More »
The Importance of Documenting Property Damage/Injuries After a Car Accident
Even minor car crashes can cost victims thousands of dollars in repair bills and medical expenses. Paying these costs can put a significant amount of financial strain on injured parties and their families, which can be especially frustrating to those who did not cause or contribute to their accident. Fortunately, injured parties can and… Read More »
Collecting Compensation for Pharmaceutical Negligence
Many pharmacists take great care when filling prescriptions and explaining a medication’s side effects to patients. Unfortunately, mistakes still can and do occur, which can have devastating consequences, so if you were injured as a result of a pharmaceutical error, it is crucial to seek the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney who… Read More »
Side Impact Car Crashes
Every year, thousands of Florida residents are injured in side impact car crashes, which occur when a driver collides into the side of another vehicle. Because the sides of a vehicle are not as reinforced as the front and rear parts of the car, drivers and passengers are not as protected from impact. For… Read More »
