Posted: 12-30-2014
Florida inadequate security claims can take many forms
The chances are that many of us have experienced situations in which our safety has been compromised due to inadequate security measures. Perhaps you’ve visited a nightclub in an area of town with a reputation for high crime. Maybe you have used an ATM machine in a poorly lighted outdoor facility. Another example might be […]
Posted: 12-25-2014
How does Florida’s youth concussion law prevent brain injuries?
Just the sound of the phrase “traumatic brain injury” often conjures up graphic images of war veterans or victims of motorcycle accidents. What many people don’t realize is that a concussion is also a form of TBI. According to the Mayo Clinic, a concussion usually occurs when a person receives a sudden blow to his […]
Posted: 12-23-2014
Important figures from spinal cord injury reports
Have you been wondering how common spinal cord injury cases are in Florida? A look at the national numbers can give you a good idea of the frequency of these cases, and there are a number of other important figures that should be considered at the same time. Estimates say that there are about 12,500 […]
Posted: 12-18-2014
Fatigue and truck accident stats in Florida
Truck accidents can be horrific, as evidenced by the fact that around 150,000 people are injured annually in these crashes, and about 5,000 people are killed. The data also shows that the greatest danger is to those who are not in semi trucks, but who are in other vehicles involved in the accidents. Just look […]
Posted: 12-16-2014
Some tips for Florida holiday and vacation motorists
General travelling tips are always useful for extended travel in your vehicle. This is true whether you are planning on making a short trip down to Key West, Florida, or traveling out of state. With cheaper fuel prices and the holidays now upon us, many Floridians are choosing to drive to visit with their family […]
Posted: 12-16-2014
Miami-Dade woman injured by robbers undergoes brain surgery
Posted: 12-12-2014
What does foreseeable risk mean in premises liability claims?
Under Florida law landowners have a duty to ensure that reasonable precautions are taken to prevent injury to individuals coming onto their property. At first glance, this may seem like an obvious rule that most of us observe without paying it much attention. For example, if you were hosting a party at your home, you […]
Posted: 12-10-2014
New drug shows promise with spinal cord injures
Spinal damage is often severe and the impact of it may last for a lifetime, but a revolutionary new drug may be able to help. In the past, medications have not been able to help damaged spines heal, but researchers are now saying that this new drug does exactly that. One of the problems with […]
Posted: 12-04-2014
Various types of brain injuries affect Florida residents
The topic of brain injuries usually conjures certain images. Perhaps you envision a soldier suffering a traumatic brain injury due to an explosion. Maybe you think of a person surviving a car accident yet severely concussed after his or her head made contact with the steering wheel. The truth is that traumatic brain injuries and […]
Posted: 12-02-2014
Are there downsides to a settlement after a truck accident?
If you have been in a truck accident in Florida, you may be thinking about trying to get a settlement from the truck company that was involved. This is money that will be paid out to you if you choose not to go to court. While people often talk about the upsides of a settlement […]