Do you know what to do after you are involved in an injury-causing accident? If not, you aren’t alone. This can be a difficult and confusing situation for anyone. It’s only natural to feel overwhelmed and stressed – with countless questions about what to do next. If you are in this situation, one of the…
In the state of Florida, it is necessary for all drivers to carry certain types of insurance to provide coverage for any injuries or costs that are incurred due to a car accident. The requirements for insurance will cover minor property, medical, and an array of other costs that occur during a car accident and…
Motorcycle riders are almost 30 times more likely to be killed in a crash on the road than someone in a car, and about 5 times more likely to suffer injuries. As Florida motorcycle accident lawyers, we know just how potentially dangerous it can be to ride a bike on the road. And motorcycle riders know…
When you hear or read about a personal injury lawsuit, there’s usually mention of the damages awarded. Damages are typically awarded after your case is successful. Sometimes, special damages are awarded, as well. These refer to the tangible losses with a value that’s easy to determine. It’s important to figure out the damages that fall…
We have noticed, over more than 40 years of practicing law, that nursing homes and assisted living facilities to keep making the same mistakes that cause needless suffering. We want to help you choose a nursing home or assisted living facility, help you evaluate whether the care provided by a nursing home or assisted living…
Regardless of the circumstances, car accidents can be scary. However, they may be even scarier if you are a passenger in one of the vehicles that is involved. After all, you don’t have any control over this situation. While this is true, you may still suffer serious injuries and have to deal with the financial…
Responsibility for licensing and regulating nursing homes throughout the state of Florida has The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Each year the agency inspects nursing homes to determine whether they meet the standards for operation under Florida law. The dates of inspection are not announced, but nursing homes sometimes are able to anticipate when the…
When it comes to traffic accidents and concerns, some of the biggest menaces on Florida roadways are commercial trucks. Semis, big rigs, tractor trailers, and other variants of large commercial vehicles make driving risky and stressful for the average driver. With the highways and roads in Florida full of commercial trucks, it’s really only a…
Cycling is one of the most popular leisure activities, and for many people, an essential means of transportation. The number of bike riders in the United States has increased over the past five years from 43 million to more than 48 million. Unfortunately, the number of bicycle accidents has also increased. The Center for Disease Control…
A few years ago, in South Carolina a Florida mother and her children suffered a fatal auto collision after they collided with an alligator. According to the police report, they hit the animal, skidded off of the road, and hit a tree. On impact the vehicle burst into flames, resulting in the death of all three people….