Monthly Archives: April 2019
Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident Was Not Wearing a Legal Helmet
As we periodically remind people here at Earnhart Law, motorcycle helmets save lives. In fact, they can reduce the chances of death by 37% and reduce the likelihood of suffering a brain injury by nearly 70%, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These numbers alone should motivate all bikers to… Read More »
Make Work Zone Safety a Priority
This April, we celebrate work zone awareness week, which is a time to reflect on how dangerous road construction zones are. In 2017 alone, almost 800 people were killed in a work zone crash. The victims included drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and 132 highway workers, according to the Construction Equipment Guide website. With weather around… Read More »
Suing More than One Defendant
Many car accidents involve only two vehicles, but others can involve several. In this situation, it might be hard to identify who is to blame, or it might be the fact that several drivers are to blame. As a result, you might need to sue more than one person. But is this difficult? At… Read More »
Will Your Mental Health Records be Made Public?
Lawsuits are public. Many people are unaware of this fact, but if they went into their nearest court house, they would realize they can ask to see case files. These filed include all kinds of information, such as motions a lawyer filed in the case and deposition transcripts. Other records introduced into evidence are… Read More »
Should You Wait Before Hiring a Lawyer?
After an accident, it can be exhausting trying to get all the medical care you need to recover. Many people are already overwhelmed with family responsibilities and work. Throw in a serious injury like a burn, back injury, or a concussion, and few people have the time to look for a Delray Beach personal… Read More »
Boat Operator Arrested in Naples
A boat crash in Naples Bay in late November has resulted in the arrest of a 39-year-old man. According to Fox 4 Now, Florida Fish and Wildlife arrested Craig Hudson and charged him with boating under the influence (BUI). According to the agency, Mr. Hudson and a guest were riding in a rental boat… Read More »
Can You Sue a Landlord for a Dog Bite?
Under Florida law, owners are responsible for any injuries that their dogs cause when they bite someone. This liability attaches regardless of whether you know the dog has a tendency to be vicious, so long as the victim was legally on the property where the attack occurred. But what happens if the dog lives… Read More »
Construction Industry Safety Tips
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries in Florida. Every week, local and national media carries stories about construction worker deaths in our state, such as the two workers killed at the Bonita National Golf and Country Club in late January, or the two construction workers who fell to their deaths… Read More »