Category Archives: Personal Injury
6 Ways to Prevent Accidental Drowning
According to the CDC, there are approximately 3,536 fatal drownings each year, which is equivalent to 10 deaths per day, in the United States—a number that is far too high. About one in five people who drown are children. For every one child that drowns, another five need emergency room attention for submersion injuries…. Read More »
Trampoline Accidents: Who is Liable?
With summer upon us, families everywhere are busting out their trampolines for their kids, kid’s friends, and friend’s kids to enjoy. While trampolines can be great fun, they pose a risk to the health and safety of users. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends against buying a trampoline for your home or… Read More »
Who is Liable for Amusement Park Injuries?
Amusement park deaths and injuries occur far more often than most people assume or like to think about. According to USA Today, amusement parks and carnivals saw an increase in the number of chilling accidents in 2016. In May, a little girl’s hair got caught in a carnival ride and her scalp was ripped… Read More »
Common Jet Ski Injuries to Avoid
Summertime is finally here and in full swing, and as a result, people from everywhere are travelling to the beautiful coasts of Florida to hit the beaches and the waves. Residents of Florida are joining them, as no one can resist the fun-in-the-sun that this great state offers. However, while swimming, boating and watersports… Read More »
What You Should Know About Slips, Trips, & Falls On Commercial Property
While slip, trip, and fall accidents are some of the most commonly occurring accidents on public premises, liability in these types of accidents is actually quite difficult to prove, and so they often go uncompensated. Yet, slip, trip, and falls can result in serious injuries, from broken limbs to concussions, and lead to the… Read More »
Proving Fault in a Florida Boating Accident is Not Always Easy
While boating and jet-skiing can be a great way to get out on the water, relax, and have fun, too many boaters take a lax attitude toward boating safety and etiquette. Despite stricter regulations, boating accidents continue to occur at an alarming rate in Florida, with 2015 seeing 103 more accidents than 2014. Though… Read More »
Proving That Drowsy Driving Was the Cause of a Trucking Accident
Last May, a semi truck driver from Moorhead, MD fell asleep at the wheel on Interstate-10 in Washington County. One month later, he was charged with careless driving. Fortunately, no one was killed in that accident. Not all victims of truck accidents are so lucky, however. Though there are regulations in place that are… Read More »
Recent Fall Cases
Many people have experienced a slip and fall accident in their lives. However, sometimes those falls occur on the property of a business, and serious occurs. This leaves the business, or owner of the property, liable to a lawsuit and potentially responsible for your injuries. Regarding slips and falls, Florida Statute 768.0755, enacted in… Read More »
Dog Bites in Florida
Almost everyone regularly comes into contact with dogs. While dogs bring many a great amount of joy, for others, dogs can incite a major fear. Most dogs are relatively friendly, however a great many can be dangerous and unpredictable, leading them to bite unfamiliar people or even their owners. If a dog ever bites… Read More »
Mobile Phones and Driving
“Don’t drink and drive.” That phrase has been repeated countless times from concerned friends and family, and even from the television. While drunk driving is extremely dangerous and causes many automobile accidents resulting in injuries and death, unfortunately, it is not the only significant way in which accidents are caused. Another major cause of… Read More »