After experiencing a car accident in Florida, your first thoughts are likely not focused on pursuing a liability claim (indeed, you may have more immediate pressing concerns). Yet in cases where blatant negligence or incompetence led to your collision, you may have to...
Personal Injury
Pedestrian fault in a motor vehicle accidents
Accidents involving pedestrians have been on the rise in recent years. Florida drivers need to be extra careful to avoid an accident that could injure a pedestrian. Some drivers assume that any type of accident with a pedestrian will be the driver’s fault. However,...
How should business owners handle customer falls?
While browsing a business in Florida, you slipped and fell. You feel fine now, but did the store owner and employees handle the situation appropriately? Chron explains how storekeepers should navigate customer accidents on their premises. Pay attention to delayed...
Who can pursue a wrongful death claim in Florida?
If someone else’s negligence contributed to the loss of a loved one in Florida, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim to recover some financial compensation for your loss. No amount of money can fully compensate for the loss of a loved one, but it can help...
Can I sue a trampoline park after a catastrophic injury?
With the proliferation of trampoline parks in Florida and around the nation, it comes as no surprise that injuries are common. These can be very dangerous places for adults and children alike, especially when the injury is as catastrophic as a broken back or injury...
How do airbags cause injury?
Car manufacturers design front and side air bags to protect drivers and passengers, and their efficacy is continually improving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association estimates that airbags have saved 50,457 lives between 1987 and 2017. The benefit of...
Auto accidents as a CDC Winnable Battle
It is no secret that auto accidents are incredibly costly in terms of money and human lives. States and the federal government often run campaigns to help target safe driving and to eliminate factors that lead to accidents. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Silent injuries people suffer in an accident
A car accident is never convenient. Everything happens so quickly that you often may find yourself in shock once the car comes to a stop. After a crash, you may not feel much pain and want to leave the scene as soon as you can. However, there is a good reason you...
The risk for injury at theme parks
Visiting theme parks often brings joy to the hearts of patrons of all ages. The excitement and fun may quickly cease, however, when accidents occur. Such accidents may happen due to a range of factors, including property owner negligence. For instance, a theme...
How does rain endanger road safety?
Drivers who venture out into severe rainstorms face an increased possibility of getting into an auto wreck and sustaining a serious injury. Even light rain may cause some added challenges while driving. Like any road hazard, you should understand how rain makes it...