According to a 2018 Miami Herald article, the state of Florida lost more children to drowning than any other state. In 2017, the Sunshine State had 51 fatal child drownings in pools or spas—a 20 percent increase over 2016. Eighty percent of these drownings involved children under the age of 5, and across the nation, drowning…
Perhaps you have spent the last few months—or even years—embroiled in a personal injury claim. You are relieved to hear that your claim has finally settled for an equitable amount, and you now wonder whether your award is taxable. The answer to that question depends on a number of factors associated with your case. You may…
More than 23 million children ride buses to and from school every year. These children range in ages from 5-year-old kindergartners to 17-year-old seniors in high school. However, unlike passenger vehicles, the majority of school buses aren’t equipped with seat belts or airbags to protect these children when an accident occurs. With so few safety…
You may think that all accidents are the same, but the outcomes can be different with semi-trucks. A crash involving a sedan, a pickup truck, or an SUV often only results in mild injuries and minor damage. However, if a semi hits you, the size of the vehicle can cause major damage and increase your…
A sedentary lifestyle is not healthy for anyone, especially those in a nursing home facility. Unfortunately, the majority of nursing home residents do not receive adequate physical activity during the day. By keeping your loved one sedentary, your family member is at a higher risk of nursing home abuse Daytona Beach. Sedentary Lifestyle Leads to Health Problems…
Florida has beautiful landscapes that are easily explored on the back of a motorcycle. But there is a lurking danger on the road. Motorcycle accidents are the leading cause of severe injuries and fatalities on Florida’s roads and highways. It is legal to operate a bike without a helmet in the state, so that leaves the motorcyclist…
Drivers and pedestrians both have a responsibility to observe traffic laws and remain attentive while on roads and sidewalks. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen, which means injuries and fatalities are inevitable. A pedestrian accident can take many shapes. A person on foot can get struck by a vehicle at an intersection or crosswalk. Or, the…
When you step on another person’s property, the owner is responsible for your safety. A well-maintained property should not cause harm or injury to customers, guests, or uninvited visitors. If a visitor is injured, homeowners and business owners are all potentially held responsible under Florida’s premises liability law. The premises liability differs for each level…
There’s no denying Dayton Beach is a popular place for Memorial Day weekend activities. The city provides the perfect atmosphere and residents can enjoy everything from boating to relaxing on the beach. While this is a huge perk for those who live in the area, it also means there’s an added risk of accidents and…
Every time you get on a bicycle and ride alongside vehicle traffic, you put yourself at risk. However, it turns out if you live in Florida, the risk is much higher than in other states. Florida leads the nation in bicycle-related deaths with 6.7 fatalities per million residents. There’s no telling how many people sustain injuries as a…