Bicycle riders in Florida have the right to seek compensation from their auto insurance polity if they are injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle. If the other driver was wholly or partially at fault, they may also have the right to sue the other driver. Determining fault a… Continue reading Rights of bicyclists in Florida
Continue ReadingCompensating Renters Who are Injured in Fires
Unsafe conditions such as blocked exits and nonfunctioning smoke alarms can have devastating consequences in a fire. Renters in poorly maintained properties often face the greatest risks. If you are injured due to an unsafe condition in an apartment or home that you rent, the landlord may be responsible for… Continue reading Compensating Renters Who are Injured in Fires
Continue ReadingWidow of man shot at the movies sues the theater for damages
Approximately two years ago, in January 2014, a man was shot to death at a movie theater in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Earlier this month, the man’s widow filed a wrongful death and personal injury suit against the movie theater, one of the theater’s employees and the developer of the theater.… Continue reading Widow of man shot at the movies sues the theater for damages
Continue ReadingHow should hotel guests prepare themselves for fire?
The majority of hotel fires in the United States are small. Seventy-three percent of them do not spread from the building they started in, and 18 percent don’t even make it outside the room. Nevertheless, getting caught in a hotel fire is dangerous, and there are some things that hotel… Continue reading How should hotel guests prepare themselves for fire?
Continue ReadingVictims of cruise ship accident injuries: know your rights
During the winter months, people from all over the world come to Florida to escape the cold and relax on vacation. Cruises can be especially popular during this time of year. However, just because people are on vacation does not mean they are immune to serious accidents and injuries. In… Continue reading Victims of cruise ship accident injuries: know your rights
Continue Reading2 hotel liability risks relating to gyms and exercise equipment
A lot of hotel chains offer gym and exercise equipment to the guests staying at their facilities. These are great for getting in some exercise on the treadmill or lifting some weights while you’re traveling, but these exercise facilities can also pose dangers to guests if they are not properly… Continue reading 2 hotel liability risks relating to gyms and exercise equipment
Continue ReadingMother of deceased toddler sues day care and driver
A grief-stricken mother appeared in Florida court to assert her claims against a day care center and a reckless driver, whom she says caused the death of her toddler. The woman filed her complaint in Orange County circuit court. The wrongful death claim alleges that the woman’s four-year-old daughter was… Continue reading Mother of deceased toddler sues day care and driver
Continue ReadingInvestigation Of Simply 7 Quinoa Chips
As someone who cares about the nutritional value of the food you eat, you make buying decisions based the information you read on labels. If those labels are false or misleading, you have the right to feel cheated. You may also be entitled to money damages. The law firm of… Continue reading Investigation Of Simply 7 Quinoa Chips
Continue ReadingIn case of drowning, know your rights
Swimming pools are open year-round in Florida. Because of this, it is crucial that pool owners stay aware of the condition of their pools 365 days a year and tend to any potential hazards. In a previous blog post we wrote titled, “Eight Things You Can Do To Keep Your… Continue reading In case of drowning, know your rights
Continue ReadingBuilding Code Violations And Personal Injury Law
If you are injured due to an unsafe condition on someone else’s property, you may have the right to seek compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, insurance companies are reluctant to pay claims unless you can prove that the property owner was… Continue reading Building Code Violations And Personal Injury Law
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