It is a foundational principle of Florida premises liability law that only people who are at fault must pay compensation to victims. Generally, this means that the person who owned or occupied the property must have been careless in how they maintained it, and the burden is on the injured… Continue reading What is the Res Ipsa Loquitur Doctrine and How Can it Affect My Premise Liability Case in Florida?
Continue ReadingWhen Should I File a Brain Injury Claim in Florida?
Brain injuries can dramatically upend a victim’s life. Many of our clients are unable to work and require continuing medical care for the rest of their lives. To help them pay for this care, they need compensation from the person responsible for their injury. But when should a victim file… Continue reading When Should I File a Brain Injury Claim in Florida?
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 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
Continue ReadingTerminally Ill California Man Awarded $289 Million in Weed Killer Case
In a case that made headlines around the world, a San Francisco jury has awarded a terminally ill man $289 million for injuries caused by extended exposure Roundup weed killer. The case is raising awareness about the herbicide glyphosate which unfortunately has also found its way into our food supply.… Continue reading Terminally Ill California Man Awarded $289 Million in Weed Killer Case
Continue ReadingWhat to Do When Your Uber or Lyft Driver Gets in an Accident
Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft continue to increase in popularity. With their competitive prices and convenience, they are rapidly replacing taxi cabs in South Florida. However, Uber and Lyft drivers continue to get in accidents, and passengers can easily be injured. If your driver gets involved in a collision,… Continue reading What to Do When Your Uber or Lyft Driver Gets in an Accident
Continue ReadingCoroner Yet to Rule Out Negligence in Suicide of 15-Year-Old
Recently, the Miami Herald reported on a tragic story out of West Bradenton, Florida. A 15-year-old girl took her own life while in custody at the Manatee Regional Juvenile Detention Center. The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) confirmed to reporters that the young girl was found unresponsive in her cell… Continue reading Coroner Yet to Rule Out Negligence in Suicide of 15-Year-Old
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