Nursing homes in Florida routinely charge almost $100,000 a year for a private room, so families are justified in expecting their loved ones to receive too-notch care 24 hours a day. Unfortunately, some nursing homes are understaffed or full of incompetent workers, and residents suffer the consequences. At Dolan Dobrinsky… Continue reading What Are the Signs of Nursing Home Negligence?
Continue ReadingCan I File a Lawsuit Against a Tobacco Company?
Each year, the number of people who smoke cigarettes continues to decline. However, the effects of smoking can last a lifetime. Many people will develop fatal diseases because they became addicted to nicotine, and they or their loved ones might be able to sue a tobacco company for compensation. Dolan… Continue reading Can I File a Lawsuit Against a Tobacco Company?
Continue ReadingIf I Got Hurt at a Neighbor’s House, Can I Sue Their Home Insurance Provider?
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… Continue reading If I Got Hurt at a Neighbor’s House, Can I Sue Their Home Insurance Provider?
Continue ReadingWhat is the Law for a DUI Manslaughter Case in Florida?
Even though Florida takes drunk driving very seriously, horrible accidents continue to occur on our state’s roads, and far too many people die. According to state statistics, Florida saw 5,223 alcohol-confirmed crashes in 2016, with 417 crashes resulting in at least one fatality. There were also 291 drug-confirmed crashes with… Continue reading What is the Law for a DUI Manslaughter Case in Florida?
Continue ReadingMost Common Cause of Spinal Injury: Car Accidents
Spinal cord injuries are some of the worst imaginable. The spinal cord plays a critical role in movement and sensation, transmitting signals from the brain to the extremities. Unsurprisingly, when the spinal cord is injured victims see their world turned upside-down. At Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, we represent the best… Continue reading Most Common Cause of Spinal Injury: Car Accidents
Continue ReadingBrightline High Speed Train Claims Another Pedestrian’s Life
Brightline trains provide high-speed commutes between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. Unfortunately, these trains have also been involved in their fair share of fatalities in 2017 and 2018. According to the Sun Sentinel, a Brightline train in April struck and killed a man near the Southeast Fourth Street crossing.… Continue reading Brightline High Speed Train Claims Another Pedestrian’s Life
Continue Reading10 Injuries to Watch Out For this 4th of July
Independence Day is the great American holiday. But as you are out and about celebrating the nation’s 242nd birthday this July 4th, be mindful of your surroundings and watch out for potential safety hazards. You may not realize it, but the 4th of July is one of the busiest days… Continue reading 10 Injuries to Watch Out For this 4th of July
Continue ReadingStudy Shows 1 in 4 Drunk Drivers Headed to Hookup Location
By now, you’ve likely heard numerous statistics about drunk driving. You know that 0.08 percent is the legal limit. You know that drunk driving impairs judgment and reaction time and causes serious accidents. What you might not know, however, is what people do after getting drunk at a bar or… Continue reading Study Shows 1 in 4 Drunk Drivers Headed to Hookup Location
Continue ReadingDriving Under the Influence of Medical Marijuana in Florida: What You Should Know
Drivers know that drinking and driving can lead to car crashes, which is why it is illegal. Under Florida law, you can be arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is above 0.08. What about marijuana and other drugs? Can you be arrested for… Continue reading Driving Under the Influence of Medical Marijuana in Florida: What You Should Know
Continue ReadingMaster Settlement Agreement Between Tobacco Companies and State Governments
You may remember the cigarette ads from the 1950s and 1960s encouraging consumers to smoke. In recent years, however, these ads have been rare. There are now ads encouraging teens and young people to avoid lighting up altogether. Smoking rates have decreased dramatically as a result. While the tobacco companies… Continue reading Master Settlement Agreement Between Tobacco Companies and State Governments
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