When patients visit a hospital or another medical facility, they expect to receive a reasonable standard of care. Unfortunately, doctors, pharmacists, nurses and other health-care professionals make mistakes. This is why physicians and surgeons must have insurance to pay patients for any losses they suffer as a result of negligent treatment.
Continue readingA closer look at the defective Takata airbag recall
In Florida, as is the case in other states, consumers have expectations about the products they buy, particularly regarding the product’s safety and whether it will cause the consumer harm. We assume that if a product is available for purchase, it has been carefully vetted by the company product testing department, as well as by the federal government, and meets even the strictest of safety standards.
Continue readingAfter a motorcycle crash, know your legal options
If you ride a motorcycle, you are likely very familiar with the risks and responsibilities that come with this type of vehicle. While they can be more exciting and even more convenient than other vehicles, motorcycles can be difficult to operate and there are state laws that apply to riders that do not apply to other motorists. Further, riders are exposed to the elements anytime they are on Florida roads and can get seriously injured
Continue readingOrlando Truck Accident Attorney Explains 10 Steps to Take after a CMV Collision in Florida
A truck can cleave a destructive path, leaving property damage and catastrophic injuries in its wake. Victims in these crashes often benefit from consulting a truck accident lawyer – especially if they face expensive health-care bills and cannot return to work.
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Do You Have a Product Liability Case? Orlando Negligence Lawyer Explains
When consumers purchase a product, they have certain expectations. They expect the item to function as advertised, and more important, they trust that the product will be safe to use as intended. Unfortunately, there are several issues that may affect a product between the design phase and its use by consumers. One small oversight can lead to serious injuries or worse. Fortunately, victims of product defects may be able to recover compensation from the at-fault
Continue readingFamily of man presumed dead in cargo ship accident files suit
Floridians are no strangers to severe weather like wind, rain and hurricanes as these events are the unfortunate downside to living in this part of the world. However, people can typically take the appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their families when this weather approaches.
Continue readingReport finds troubling rate of missed, delayed diagnoses
When we go to the doctor, we hope that after the visit, we will either feel better or understand our condition better. In many cases, this is exactly what happens and people get the treatment and medication they need. When this doesn’t happen, however, patients and their families can be enormously frustrated and confused. They can also feel scared about their future if they don’t know what’s wrong or they learn that a previous diagnosis
Continue readingMiami Personal-Injury Lawyer Identifies Potential Wrongful Death Damages in Florida
The death of a family member is always tragic, regardless of how he or she passed. Though many people are familiar with the ability to sue for wrongful death in the event of a fatal accident, the aftermath of such a situation is never an easy time to start contemplating legal proceedings. However, as hard as it might be, filing a civil lawsuit for a wrongful death may provide a sense of closure.
Continue readingFort Lauderdale Medical Malpractice Attorney Discusses 5 Common Surgical Errors in Florida
Many people erroneously believe that surgical mistakes only occur during complicated procedures, such as spine, heart or brain operations. The truth, however, is that the most common operations report the majority of surgical errors.
Continue readingSecondary accidents can lead to serious injuries
Accident scenes can be quite chaotic. Often, we see disabled vehicles, injured victims, police cars and ambulances, not to mention the debris from the collision along the roadway. As distressing as the accident can be for those involved, it can ultimately lead to secondary accidents that can be just as bad as the original crash.
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