Yearly Archives: 2017
Four Things You Didn’t Know About Truck Accidents
Every commercial truck driver knows the potential for accidents, so wise drivers are well-insured every time they take to the road. Truck accidents are unpredictable—but did you know that some events substantially increase the likelihood of a commercial truck driver getting into an accident? Drivers knowing about these events could mean the difference between… Read More
How Does a Car Accident Settlement Work in Florida?
Florida has some beautiful scenic highways and byways, but a car accident can disrupt an enjoyable or routine drive when you least expect it. If you’ve been injured in a Florida car accident, you’ll learn that the car accident recovery process is far from straightforward. Understanding the settlement process can help you move forward… Read More
Is a Traumatic Brain Injury the Same Thing as a Concussion?
Concussions are a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that affect the functioning of your brain. The effects of a concussion can include headaches, concentration problems, and difficulties with balance and coordination, and are usually temporary. Concussions—like all TBIs—are typically caused by either a blow to the head or the violent shaking of the… Read More
Medical Malpractice Can Cause Cerebral Palsy
An unlimited number and type of birth injuries can occur as a result of a delivery room doctor’s carelessness or negligence. One of the most common birth injuries is cerebral palsy. According to United Cerebral Palsy, an estimated 764,000 children and adults have some form of cerebral palsy, and nearly 8,000 newborns are diagnosed… Read More
Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Accidents and Road Defects
Single-vehicle motorcycle accidents involve only the lone driver (and passenger, if applicable) and no other vehicles. These accidents can involve reckless driving or impairment, but other factors that have nothing to do with the driver, including road defects, can also cause them. Florida ranks high for motorcycle accident fatalities, so if you ride, ride… Read More
Slip and Falls in Large Retail Stores
“Big box” retail stores have become a popular one-stop shopping destination for many Floridians. Target, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Costco, and others all allow you to purchase groceries, household goods, clothing, electronics, and much more without traveling around to different stores. All of these large retail establishments have a significant amount of foot traffic coming… Read More
How a Bicycle Accident Can Affect Your Life
Florida weather makes it ideal to ride a bicycle for exercise, recreation, or your main mode of transportation. Unfortunately, reports indicate that Florida bicyclists are at a particularly high risk of serious injuries, as the state had a higher rate of bicycle crash-related fatalities than any other state during a four-year period of time…. Read More
Proving That a Truck Driver Was Speeding
Many truck accidents are caused by negligence on the part of the commercial driver and one of the most common acts of negligence is driving too fast. It’s risky to speed in any type of vehicle, but it is particularly dangerous when you are operating an 80,000 truck full of cargo that is already… Read More
Do You Have Potentially Harmful Products in Your Home?
There are millions of products on the market that consumers can purchase to complete certain tasks, engage in recreation, or otherwise make a household run smoothly. Some products – such as food – are necessary while others simply make our lives easier or more enjoyable. What you may not realize is that manufacturers can… Read More
How Does Medical Malpractice Cause Birth Injuries?
Pregnancy is supposed to be a time of joy for soon-to-be parents, and most expectant mothers and fathers anticipate their child will be born healthy and without complications. While many children are, unfortunately some children are born with avoidable birth injuries. According to reports, approximately 7 in every 1,000 children born in the United… Read More