Monthly Archives: April 2018
Injured Workers and Third-Party Lawsuits
According to government statistics, nearly 3 million employees are injured or become sick each year and over 5,000 are killed. Unfortunately, Florida law makes it impossible for injured workers to sue their employers in most situations, but you might be able to sue third parties if they are responsible for your injuries. Workers’ Compensation… Read More »
Why You Shouldn’t Delay Getting Medical Treatment after a Car Accident
Car accidents can cause all kinds of injuries that require immediate medical attention—broken bones, cuts, concussion, and burns. Prompt medical treatment gives you the best chance of making a full recovery and can even save your life. But there’s another reason why you should seek immediate medical care—Florida law requires it in order to… Read More »
Documenting Your Physical Pain
If you succeed in a personal injury lawsuit, you can receive compensation for lost wages and medical expenses. You might also receive money damages for physical pain and suffering. Because juries are sometimes skeptical that you really are in a lot of pain, you should do your best to document your pain before bringing… Read More »
Protect Your Children from Defective Highchairs
Recently, Graco issued a recall for their popular highchair sold exclusively through Walmart. Consumers who have purchased the highchair should immediately stop using it and call 800-345-4109 for a free repair kit. Walmart sold about 36,000 chairs in the United States and an additional 3,000 in Canada. With luck, the chair will not cause… Read More »
A Dangerous Trend: Older Truck Drivers
Although the trucking industry is one of the most regulated in the United States, fatal accidents have risen in recent years. After hitting a low in 2009, the number of accidents involving large trucks has risen to 415,000 in 2015. Of those, 3,598 were fatal. One contributing factor to the increase in accidents and… Read More »
Florida Boating Accidents Can Lead to Wrongful Death
Boating is one of the most popular hobbies in Florida. With our miles of beaches and beautiful year-round weather, who wouldn’t enjoy relaxing out on the water? Unfortunately, the number of boating deaths continues to rise. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida led the nation in 2015 in the number… Read More »