A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when the brain hits the skull. It may occur while playing sports, after a fall, getting struck by an object or as a result of a car accident. The effects can range from mild to severe. When you think of the effects of a… Continue reading Traumatic Brain Injury Can Trigger Intestinal Changes
Continue ReadingMost Common Types of Spinal Injuries in Florida/Nation
Approximately 12,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with spinal cord injuries every year. Spinal cord injuries are no laughing matter. They can cause mobility issues and paralysis. Most spinal cord injuries are long-lasting and even permanent. A person with such an injury may never be able to walk… Continue reading Most Common Types of Spinal Injuries in Florida/Nation
Continue ReadingWhy Medical Malpractice Suits Should Not Be Capped
You have likely heard of medical malpractice cases where victims are awarded tens of millions of dollars for their injuries. More than likely, their medical bills did not cost quite that much money. The majority of these awards are often to compensate the victim for non-economic damages. Non-economic damages refer… Continue reading Why Medical Malpractice Suits Should Not Be Capped
Continue ReadingWho Can Commit Medical Negligence?
When you think of medical malpractice, you may think it is something that applies only to doctors. While doctors are the ones often accused of medical negligence, they are not always the ones at fault. Any type of health care professional can commit and be accused of medical malpractice. This… Continue reading Who Can Commit Medical Negligence?
Continue ReadingManslaughter vs. Murder: What You Should Know
You may have heard the terms “manslaughter” and “murder” used in criminal cases, but what exactly do they mean, and how do they differ? Both involve someone causing the death of another person, but each has different circumstances involved. In both cases, though, the victim’s death can bring about a… Continue reading Manslaughter vs. Murder: What You Should Know
Continue ReadingHow can I protect myself in a hotel fire?
Now that vacation season is here, you may be planning to spend some time at one of Florida’s many hotels. Even though you have researched reviews and prices so you can find a place that meets your needs, you should not forget about fire safety. According to the National Fire… Continue reading How can I protect myself in a hotel fire?
Continue ReadingWhat should I do if I slip and fall in a store?
Stores, restaurants and other public buildings are common places in Florida where slip-and-fall accidents tend to occur. Many property owners are aware of the dangers and liability concerns that arise when someone falls and is injured on their properties, but they do not always take proper precautions to prevent these… Continue reading What should I do if I slip and fall in a store?
Continue ReadingElements required for negligence case
A standard dictionary definition of negligence is neglecting to take the care that a person of average prudence would typically exercise in a comparable circumstance. The legal issue of negligence is much more complex. Generally, it is up to the plaintiff, the one who is suing, to prove that the… Continue reading Elements required for negligence case
Continue ReadingFactors that contribute to senior slip-and-fall accidents
Slip-and-fall accidents are a leading cause of injury for many Florida seniors. According to Modern-Seniors.com, emergency rooms saw more 2.3 million seniors who had nonlife-threatening injuries from slip-and-fall accidents in 2010. Older people are more likely to trip and fall than any other age group. Most of these accidents often… Continue reading Factors that contribute to senior slip-and-fall accidents
Continue ReadingWays to improve nightclub and bar security
Many bar and nightclub owners in Florida are so busy running their businesses that they may forget that it is their duty to protect their patrons from certain hazards and security issues. One major risk that many alcohol-serving establishments encounter is when inebriated customers start fights and brawls. Bar and… Continue reading Ways to improve nightclub and bar security
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