Category Archives: Personal Injury
What Is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome?
All physical injuries cause some measure of discomfort. A dog bite, for example, can leave a victim with tender limbs until the wounds heal. However, some injuries cause a disproportionate amount of chronic pain. If so, you might be suffering from complex regional pain syndrome, which is a serious ailment deserving of compensation. Symptoms… Read More »
Are Waivers of Liability Valid in Florida?
If you participate in rock climbing or skydiving, you might even be asked to sign a separate document with the title “Waiver of Liability” in big, bold letters. This document states that the participants waive any right to sue if they are injured due to the operator’s negligence. These types of waivers are used… Read More »
What Are Complications Related to Amputations?
Any time a person loses a limb, they will suffer a serious loss. Amputations are rare injuries, but if you have been involved in a traumatic accident, then your odds go up of needing a limb removed. Some of the more common accidents that involve a relatively high risk of amputations are truck accidents,… Read More »
Hip Fractures
A hip fracture is a fairly common injury after a car accident or slip and fall. The hip plays a critical role in stability and mobility, and any injury can cause incredible pain. Hip injuries have a well-earned reputation for being some of the worst that a person can suffer, and hip fractures might… Read More »
Another Fatal Brightline Train Accident
According to NBC Miami, the Brightline Train has claimed another life. The most recent accident happened on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in the morning. The NBC chopper was on the scene shortly thereafter and reported that the accident took place near the 600 block of Northeast 7th Avenue. The car had been struck on… Read More »
Will the Coronavirus Pandemic Affect Your Personal Injury Suit?
Many of our clients are concerned about how the coronavirus pandemic will affect their already existing personal injury claims. For example, you might have been injured in a car accident and are worried that the entire court system will shut down. There is good news. The pandemic, in its current form, should not prevent… Read More »
Why Early Concussion Treatment Matters
At Earnhart Law, our Delray Beach personal injury attorneys always encourage injured members of the public to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. There are many reasons for doing so, including the fact that prompt treatment bolsters a legal case after a car wreck or other accident. By seeking care, clients can document… Read More »
Hotel Shuttle Bus Accidents
Many hotels provide a shuttle bus to and from the airport as a convenience for their guests. However, these buses can get into accidents just like any other motor vehicle on the road. Shuttle buses are even at increased risk of a collision because of the congestion around airports. If you were injured on… Read More »
What is a Structured Settlement and Should You Accept One?
When our clients receive compensation after an accident, they often have a choice of how to receive it. They can either accept a lump sum payment or receive monthly payments over several years. This second option is called a structured settlement, and it is an attractive option, depending on the circumstances. There are advantages… Read More »
Defective Strollers & Tricycles
Two recent recalls highlight how defective products can endanger young children. Parents should always be on guard when a product fails to operate as planned and injures their little ones as a result. Children have legal rights, too, though it is ultimately up to parents to pick up the phone and call a Delray… Read More »