Violent protests seem to be on the rise. As many people are gripped by anger over political issues, they are storming government buildings and private businesses to set fires and scare people. Fortunately, Florida law allows those assaulted or intimidated to bring lawsuits for compensation if they are harmed. At…
Criminal assaults in parking lots are surprisingly common. Many people get into fights over parking spaces, near miss collisions, or aggressive tailgating. Even worse, some criminals hang out in parking lots, especially at night, before jumping unsuspecting customers. In October, a woman was beaten in a Walmart parking lot over a…
The way fights in bars and clubs are depicted in movies would lead you to believe that everyone involved is a willing, even eager participant. In truth, most bar fights involve unwanted and unlooked for aggression from a single party. One study found that bar fights were twice as likely…
With its sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife, South Florida remains one of the busiest tourist destinations in the world – a fact well known among many local criminals. Indeed, all too often, tourists expecting to have the time of their lives find themselves the victims of physical assaults, muggings and…
When a person is injured in an assault in a shopping center, resort, hotel or other public area, some may the blame on the perpetrator or society. However, the property owner may have some responsibility. Under Florida law, property owners are responsible for injuries caused by criminal attack if the…
If someone attacked you while you were staying at a hotel or resort in Florida, you may have legal options. Under Florida law, property owners are responsible for providing a reasonably safe environment for guests. If you are injured due to property owner negligence, you may have the right to…
