Category Archives: Personal Injury
What You Should Know About Renting a Boat on Your Trip to Florida
South Florida’s beautiful beaches and crystal blue water attract tourists from around the world. Renting a boat or a personal watercraft (PWC) is an enjoyable way to explore the state’s miles of coasts, rivers and lakes. Before you hit the water, familiarize yourself with the Florida vessel safety laws to minimize risk of injuries… Read More »
Is Your Child’s Playground Safe?
In Jacksonville, a 10-year-old boy was fatally strangled when he became entangled in the foothold loop of a rope swing. In Orlando, an eight-year-old girl died instantly of head injuries when a wooden climbing apparatus collapsed on top of her. Playing on safe, well-constructed playground equipment teaches kids social skills, promotes physical exercise and… Read More »
GM Ignition Switch Recalls — Did the Company Conceal Known Dangers?
In March of 2010, Atlanta pediatric nurse Brooke Melton was driving to her boyfriend’s home to celebrate her 29th birthday when she was killed in a tragic automobile accident. The vehicle’s black box indicated that the ignition switch on her 2005 Chevy Cobalt suddenly turned off, causing her to lose control and collide with… Read More »
Is it Possible to Extend the Statute of Limitations for Florida Personal Injury Cases?
The term statute of limitations refers to the time within which lawsuits can be filed for any civil or criminal matter. When it comes to Florida civil law, the number of years plaintiffs have to file a case can vary greatly. In spite of the many rules that seem etched in stone, a number… Read More »
Does an Auto Accident Claim Cover Accidents Caused by Vehicle Malfunctions?
When a car malfunctions because of negligent maintenance practices on the part of the owner — such as holding off on the replacement of brakes that are clearly starting to fail — and causes an accident, victims can hold the negligent vehicle owner responsible. However, when vehicle malfunctions are due to flaws in vehicle… Read More »
The Risks of Personal Watercraft Accidents Increase with Inexperienced Riders
Every year, countless tourists take to the Florida waterways seeking the type of fun they cannot get year-round in their home states. Renting personal watercraft is particularly attractive because these vehicles require little training to operate and offer the thrill of traveling at high speeds. But even for experienced riders, this type of excitement,… Read More »
Did the Roller Coaster Make You Sick, or Was it the Theme Park Food?
It has been more than a decade since a salmonella outbreak sickened more than 100 people at Walt Disney World. Food poisoning may only make the news in extreme cases, but that does not reflect the frequency with which it occurs every day. At amusement parks, for example, the conditions almost seem to encourage… Read More »
Florida Dog Bite Laws Protect Victim Rights, But Avoiding a Bite Is Even Better
Each year, dog bite injuries hospitalize more than 600 Floridians, with an average claim costing $29,000 or more. The Florida strict liability dog bite laws help victims pursue compensation for all costs related to their injuries; but individuals who know how to recognize when dogs are likely to bite can often take measures to… Read More »
Are Florida Homeowners Responsible for Injuries Sustained by Uninvited Children on Their Property?
If your child was injured on someone else’s property, even if the child was uninvited, Florida law does not treat it as trespassing. When it comes to premises liability and children, a primary consideration is whether an attractive nuisance drew the child to the property in the first place. The law recognizes the natural… Read More »
Florida Law Can Recognize Employer Liability in Construction Site Accidents and Other Workplace Injury Claims
Because of the high likelihood of sustaining injuries at construction sites, most workers know from personal experience that they must file workers’ compensation claims to obtain compensation for on-the-job injuries. The Florida laws are specifically designed to help workers obtain the treatment and benefits they need without considering liability on the part of employers,… Read More »
