Articles Posted in Florida personal injury

Comparative negligence is a term you’ll hear early and often if you ever choose to file a personal injury lawsuit. It’s a tort principle that can be applied to many personal injury cases, including those involving car accidents and medical malpractice. So, what is comparative negligence? Find out below. Defining Comparative Negligence In some cases,…

In today’s Miami Herald, June 5, 2024, a story appeared concerning the unfortunate shooting death of beloved high school football coach Keon Smith. Coach Smith was shot at an apartment building at 2852 NW 132nd Street, in Miami, Florida. This area, known as Opa-Locka, has a high crime rate according to police statistics. Our firm…

Did you sustain a serious injury that has led to you suffering from mobility issues? Making modifications to your Florida home can help you overcome these problems. According to the CDC, about 12% of American adults have disabilities that impact their mobility. These people often struggle to move around, even within their own homes. If the…

Every year, around 40 million people in the United States go to emergency rooms for injuries. If you’ve been hurt in an accident here in Florida, you may be facing mounting medical bills and lost time at work. You may consider filing an insurance claim for personal injury to recover some of your expenses. This post…

All kinds of incidents and events can lead to personal injury claims: car crashes, slip-and-falls, dangerous conditions on property, dog bites, and even medical malpractice. If you’re considering making a claim for compensation, this article explains the steps for filing a personal injury case. 1. Get Medical Treatment A prompt medical evaluation after an incident serves…

When you go to a big box store here in Florida, you probably don’t expect your shopping trip to end in the hospital. If you slip on a wet floor or a poorly secured shelf falls on your head, what next? Can you claim compensation if you’re hurt at a store? How do you prove…

Traumatic brain injuries are a common consequence of falls, car crashes, and other accidents. TBIs can be mild and temporary or cause severe long-term disabilities.  Compared to other types of injuries, like fractures or losses of limbs, TBIs can be trickier to assess. The recovery prognosis can be uncertain at first, and it may be…

When most patients leave a Florida hospital, they’re on the road to recovery after a successful medical procedure or treatment. A problem has been diagnosed, they’ve started treatment, and if they’re not back to normal, they’re at least on their way there. Unfortunately, that doesn’t happen for everyone. Sometimes, the cause is medical malpractice.  Medical…

When visiting a Florida amusement park you assume that you and your loved ones are safe. After all, there are strict regulations in place to try to minimize the risk of injuries. But accidents happen because equipment fails, there aren’t enough employees on duty to keep attendees safe, and management sometimes prioritizes profits over safety. …

Falls are a common occurrence, especially among those who are elderly or disabled. The resulting harm can range from bruises to a fatal injury. The more serious the harm, the more sense it makes to explore your legal options if you’re injured due to a fall.  Falling and being injured isn’t enough to win a…