When people are traveling, the decision on where to stay is no longer a choice between either hotels or motels. In recent years, options for renting homes and other personal properties through companies like Airbnb have become more and more popular. While the trend may be new, the liability issues…
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 you own a swimming pool, you have a duty under Florida law to take certain steps to keep your pool safe not only for your family and guests, but for children who may come onto your property without an invitation. Following these eight safety measures can ensure your swimming…
Unsafe sidewalk conditions such as cracked and uneven slabs can result in serious trip-and-fall injuries such as torn ligaments, broken bones and head injuries. Unfortunately, the injured person may not know where to turn for help. Many people assume the local government will pay for damages such as medical bills,…
When a person dies due to the wrongful or negligent actions of another, surviving family members may have the right to seek compensation for emotional and financial losses resulting from the death. However, it often takes a lawyer’s help to determine which family members are eligible to file a wrongful…
Assault victims often feel left out of the criminal justice system. The perpetrator of a violent crime may or may not be arrested and punished. Even if the perpetrator goes to prison, the victim’s life may never be the same. While nothing can undo the trauma of an assault or…
Losing a loved one in an accident can be one of the most difficult events a person can go through. In the blink of an eye, your life can be completely changed if someone you love, depend on and shared a life with is killed. There is no way to…
Imagine you are walking through a grocery store doing your weekly shopping. As you are heading down the aisle for some eggs, your feet slip out from underneath you and fall hard on the ground. You realize right away that you’re hurt and a medical exam reveals that you have…
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…
