A recent pedestrian accident in Miami is a timely reminder that motorists must exercise caution when driving. Pedestrians have rights, too, and failing to observe the law can get a motorist in hot water. According to Local 10, the accident occurred in April 2019 when a mother pushing a stroller… Continue reading What Are the Pedestrian Laws in Miami?
Continue ReadingWoman Dies after Cosmetic Surgery in Miami
We frequently warn readers on our blog of the dangers of cosmetic surgery, especially the proliferation of discount plastic surgery centers here in South Florida and the possible risks of medical malpractice. A story from NBC Miami simply confirms what we have been saying all along. A woman who underwent… Continue reading Woman Dies after Cosmetic Surgery in Miami
Continue ReadingDan Dolan Elected to Board of Trustees of St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens
We’re proud to announce that Dan Dolan has been elected to the Board of Trustees of St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens. The University was founded in 1961 and has the distinction of being the only Catholic Archdiocesan sponsored university in Florida. Mr. Dolan, an alumnus of St. Thomas University… Continue reading Dan Dolan Elected to Board of Trustees of St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens
Continue ReadingDetermining Liability in Florida Vacation Rental Cases when a Renter Is Injured
Many people visit Florida, and we can’t blame them. Our state’s terrific year-round weather is a magnet that draws residents from colder states, and Florida is not short on things to do. Instead of staying in a hotel, some people rent a vacation home, especially for extended stays. But what… Continue reading Determining Liability in Florida Vacation Rental Cases when a Renter Is Injured
Continue ReadingRise in Truck Wreck Fatalities Prompts New Board Certification for Attorneys
Truck accidents are some of the most serious collisions that happen on Florida’s roads. Many innocent victims are crunched and killed when they collide with a big rig. These types of accidents also seem to be on the rise, after years of declines. For example, 2017 saw a 9% increase… Continue reading Rise in Truck Wreck Fatalities Prompts New Board Certification for Attorneys
Continue ReadingPedestrian Deaths Are at 30 Year Highs in Major Cities Across America
The Governors Highway Safety Association has terrible news—pedestrian deaths have risen to their highest numbers in almost 30 years. According to NPR, the number of pedestrians who died in traffic accidents reached 6,227 in 2018. Even worse, many of the deaths occurred right here at home in Miami. Florida Is… Continue reading Pedestrian Deaths Are at 30 Year Highs in Major Cities Across America
Continue ReadingCommon Errors Anesthesiologists Make
Anesthesia has helped make surgery bearable for people and is one of the great medical advances in history. Nevertheless, administering anesthetics properly is complicated, and plenty of mistakes can be made in the operating room, leading to devastating injuries and sometimes even the death of a loved one. Elcam has… Continue reading Common Errors Anesthesiologists Make
Continue ReadingLarge Blind Spots: What You Should Know about “No Zones”
Commercial vehicles like tractor-trailers are a highly-visible feature on Florida’s highways. These mammoth vehicles weigh several tons and travel at high speeds, often racing to get to their destination. Traveling on the highway with these large, dangerous vehicles is a challenge. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has compiled… Continue reading Large Blind Spots: What You Should Know about “No Zones”
Continue ReadingMiami Not listed Among Top 10 Worst DUI Cities in Florida
Florida definitely has a DUI problem. According to state statistics, 515 people died in DUI accidents in 2017, and the numbers don’t seem to be getting better any time soon. Even if you do not die in a DUI collision, you could be one of the 3000 people who suffer… Continue reading Miami Not listed Among Top 10 Worst DUI Cities in Florida
Continue ReadingDangers of Discount Plastic Surgery Centers in Miami
USA Today has an eye-popping story on discount plastic surgery centers in Miami run by four felons. The story contains gruesome details—at least 13 women have died after receiving plastic surgery and many more suffered disfigurement and other injuries. The story called these facilities “assembly lines” where clients would go… Continue reading Dangers of Discount Plastic Surgery Centers in Miami
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