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…
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…
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…
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….
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….
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…
Although electric scooters are hardly a new technology, they have enjoyed a modern-day resurgence among tech entrepreneurs looking to create the next Uber-type disruption in the marketplace. Just recently the New York Times reported that Bird Rides Inc., one of the companies leading the new wave of scooter rental services,…
Self-driving vehicles are becoming more and more of a reality. Many companies are testing their vehicles on roadways. Many states are embracing these vehicles, which are touted as a way to reduce car accidents. In fact, studies show that self-driving vehicles could reduce car accidents by as much as 90…
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…
Many of us experience chronic pain, whether it be from an illness, injury or serious medical condition. Over-the-counter medications don’t always work or last as long as they should. As a result, many seek prescription medications from their doctors. Doctors try to find the right medication that will provide a…
