Jeffrey R. Davis, P.A. Personal Injury Blog

There are more than a million boats registered in Florida. That comes to about one for every 21 people in the state. Accidents are bound to happen with that many jet skis, pleasure crafts, and fishing boats on the water. Some will involve severe injuries caused by negligent operation and crafts too unsafe to be…

Florida is known for its amusement and water parks. Most of the time, attendees’ worst injuries are bruises and sunburn. But there’s also a risk of more severe, potentially life-changing injuries. If you or a family member are in this situation, Jeff Davis can help.  Amusement Park Injuries  Slips and falls, ride malfunctions, food poisoning,…

Anytime you are hurt in an accident that is the fault of another person, it is critical that you file the right accident reports. Some people believe that if you do not sustain an injury, you don’t need to bother with a lawyer. The truth is that while an accident doesn’t appear to be severe,…

If your case goes to trial, you want an attorney who is a storyteller. Some people tell a story by making a video or writing a novel or song. We tell our story through demand letters and correspondence to insurance companies. If we can’t settle, we file a lawsuit and write the story in the…

Here in Miami, people go to nightclubs to have a good time. They may go out in a large group and blow off some steam. Visitors to the area may drop in to enjoy their vacation. Going to a nightclub isn’t nearly so much fun if you end the night in a hospital because of…

If you are injured in a car accident, there are steps you can take and mistakes you should avoid to help preserve your legal right to compensation for your injuries. Simple things can mean a lot when you file an insurance claim or pursue litigation. The number one rule is to remain calm. You may…

Serious surgical errors can make a bad situation worse. You went in for surgery here in Florida to resolve one problem, but if surgical mistakes are made, it may not only persist, but you could have new problems. A medical malpractice claim or lawsuit may compensate you for the harm you suffer due to surgical…

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When you have been injured in Florida, you may wonder if you can receive compensation from the party that caused the accident. That is what negligence cases are all about – whether you are hurt in a car accident, struck by a vehicle while walking across a street, or riding your motorcycle when a car…

The Sun-Sentinel Op Ed Link to article. For years, Florida has protected the purse, not the people. Luckily, the Legislature gets a chance to fix that this session by amending the state’s sovereign immunity law. Lawmakers had a chance to do so in the last legislative session, too, and didn’t. But at least the bill…