Defective medical devices cause thousands of injuries each year. When a product is defective, it cannot work as expected, thus depriving the patient of its expected benefit. Furthermore, defective products sometimes end up causing even more damage to patients. If you have been injured by a defective product, you probably… Continue reading How Medical Device Manufacturers Respond to Defective Products
Continue ReadingCan I File a Wrongful Death Claim Against a Police Officer in Florida?
Yes. If you believe a police officer has intentionally or negligently killed a loved one, then you can sue him or her for the loss of life. Of course, these cases are very complicated and pose unique challenges to family members. In fact, a recent wrongful death case out of… Continue reading Can I File a Wrongful Death Claim Against a Police Officer in Florida?
Continue ReadingWhat is the Discovery Rule for Medical Malpractice in Florida?
Florida, like all states, tries to encourage injured victims to bring lawsuits as soon as possible after an accident. The more time that passes, the greater the likelihood that evidence will disappear and witnesses will no longer remember the incident. To really incentives filing lawsuits in a timely manner, Florida… Continue reading What is the Discovery Rule for Medical Malpractice in Florida?
Continue ReadingWoman Badly Injured in Accident with Brightline Train
In July, we wrote about an accident involving the Brightline train system and its history of collisions. Unfortunately, another accident has recently occurred, this one leaving a woman in critical condition. As reported by the Miami Herald, a woman was badly injured in a collision in the middle of October… Continue reading Woman Badly Injured in Accident with Brightline Train
Continue ReadingI Was Injured by a Distracted Driver, What are My Rights?
Distracted driving is a menace to society. According to federal government statistics, distracted drivers kill around 9 people every single day. Another 1,000 are injured in car accidents by distracted drivers. If a distracted driver strikes you, then you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries, but you must… Continue reading I Was Injured by a Distracted Driver, What are My Rights?
Continue ReadingHow Can I Overcome a Serious Motorcycle Accident?
Riding a motorcycle is a great hobby in Florida. In fact, we are on the most popular destinations for bikers. Unfortunately, riding on a bike is also a dangerous hobby, since motorcyclists are completely exposed to the road and other vehicles. After a crash, you might suffer terrible physical and… Continue reading How Can I Overcome a Serious Motorcycle Accident?
Continue ReadingAre Football and other High-Impact Sports Safe for My Child?
All high-impact sports carry risks, so the answer to this question is somewhat complicated. Sports like football are incredibly popular. According to one study, 1.5 million children play football. Before deciding whether your child should play a particular sport, you should do as much research as you can. Understanding the… Continue reading Are Football and other High-Impact Sports Safe for My Child?
Continue ReadingFlorida Supreme Court Allows Medical Malpractice Lawsuit involving Stillborn to Continue
In January 2009, Shunteria S. McIntyre gave birth to a stillborn child. Three days later, she collapsed and died. Under Florida law, a deceased person’s estate can bring a lawsuit for wrongful death when a doctor’s medical error causes the death. According to a legal complaint, Ms. McIntyre had lost… Continue reading Florida Supreme Court Allows Medical Malpractice Lawsuit involving Stillborn to Continue
Continue ReadingThe Most Dangerous Roads in Florida
Florida has some of the most dangerous highways in the nation. Countless motorists suffer collisions, suffering costly injuries. Alas, Florida also has one of the worst insurance rates in the nation, with a whopping 27% of drivers not being insured. If you are injured in a car accident, you need… Continue reading The Most Dangerous Roads in Florida
Continue ReadingThe Dirty Tricks Insurance Adjusters Play and Why You Need a Lawyer
After an accident, you might contact an insurer expecting them to help you. However, as thousands of people have discovered, insurance companies are far more interested in lining their pockets than in helping injured victims. Florida’s gigantic insurance companies are not in the charity business. Instead, they grow their bank… Continue reading The Dirty Tricks Insurance Adjusters Play and Why You Need a Lawyer
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