In October, two different manufacturers recalled dresser bureaus because they had a tendency to tip over. Defective dressers cause serious injuries every year. Children, in particular, can become trapped underneath a dresser that has tipped over, possibly being crushed underneath the weight of the piece of furniture. If you have…
It isn’t unusual for a friendly visit to a neighbor’s house to end in tragedy. Maybe you climbed their steps when a rotten board gave way, or a part of the ceiling fell and hit you on the head. Or maybe your neighbor’s dog responded to a friendly overture by…
Traumatic brain injuries, called TBIs, usually occur when a person suffers a blow to their head or their body, which then juggles the brain in their skull. TBIs are very serious injuries, even if symptoms do not manifest for a day or two. If you have been involved in a…
To receive compensation for a burn, you need to prove that someone else is responsible for your injury. This is called establishing “fault.” Generally, people are at fault when they acted carelessly or recklessly, and you were burned as a result. Determining fault can sometimes be complicated, depending on the…
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…
Questions about construction safety have once more been raised after a construction manager was injured during the recent demolition of a condo in Miami Beach. According to the Tampa Bay Times, 46-year-old Samuel Landis was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital after being struck by debris during the demolition. He is…
You were driving to work when a speeding car rear-ends you. You suffered a broken arm and whiplash as a result of the impact. Your medical bills exceeded $50,000 and you had to take a month off work to recover. What happens next? Will you receive compensation from the other…
Sunny days and hot weather in Florida create the perfect recipe for shopping and spending more time outside. They also create conditions that increase the risk of injury-causing accidents. Most malls, stores and other establishments in the area are relatively safe. But there are potential hazards that can affect your…
With Florida being one of the country’s biggest travel destinations, there are plenty of restaurants and fine dining establishments for tourists and locals to visit. Many of the owners and their staff work hard to keep their establishments free from hazards, but situations can arise at any time where accidents…
When people make their reservations for hotel rooms in Florida, the last thing on their minds is safety. Hotels and motels are full of risks that can endanger guests. Even though they may have state-of-art security systems, well-trained security guards, and high safety ratings, issues can still suddenly pop up…
