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Prevent pool injuries with these strategies
There are millions of swimming pools and hot tubs around the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While they can increase a home’s value and provide the setting for summer fun, Florida residents must take steps to keep people safe in their vicinity. Ideally, pool or hot tub owners will… Read More »
Slip and fall claims: background for business owners
Small business owners in Florida, as in every other state, have a “duty of care” to everyone who enters their property, including customers and employees. To maintain a safe environment for entrants, owners must conduct routine inspections, make repairs where necessary and give sufficient warning against hazards if they cannot be repaired. A breach… Read More »
Florida roller coaster accident under investigation
According to news reports, on June 14, a roller coaster at the Daytona Beach Boardwalk in Florida derailed. The accident caused two people to plunge to the ground while others were left dangling from the derailed cars. The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services states that it has opened an investigation into the accident… Read More »
Tired drivers can be a serious threat on Florida roads
When drivers are not able to fully focus on the task at hand, it can lead to an increased chance of a car accident. One of the reasons why some drivers have a difficult time safely operating their vehicles is because they are tired. Tired drivers are a serious threat to the safety and… Read More »
Protecting yourself after an accident that wasn’t your fault
When you drive the same roads to the same places long enough, the trips you make to and from work, or to run errands, become automatic. You have no reason to believe that the next trip will become drastically different from the last. After all, you traveled the same routes numerous times without incident…. Read More »
Florida laws related to distracted driving could change soon
In Florida, distracted driving is a serious issue. It is a threat to the well-being of every person on the road, and statistics indicate that it is an issue that is not going away any time soon. Despite the fact that most people are well aware of the fact that distracted driving is dangerous,… Read More »
Florida scrapping no-fault insurance
The trauma of a car accident is rarely over quickly. Not only are you likely to deal with the lingering pain of injuries, the inconvenience of repairing or replacing your vehicle, and the disruption of your normal routine, you will also be handling the financial problems, including dealing with your insurance company. Florida’s auto… Read More »
Texting while driving doubles chances of car accident
There are many potential distractions that can keep drivers’ eyes off the road during their commute. One of the biggest culprits of distracted driving is something that you almost never leave home without: your cell phone. Through numerous PSA campaigns, more drivers know how dangerous using a cell phone while driving is (although too… Read More »
Is every slip-and-fall case a winnable lawsuit?
If you were injured in a slip-and-fall accident, it’s natural to want compensation for your injuries, time lost from work and your suffering. However, it isn’t always possible to win every case. Under premises liability laws, you can only demand compensation for your injuries if you can prove — more likely than not —… Read More »
Few doctors face punishment for medical malpractice lawsuits
When you visit a doctor, you expect to see someone who has a clean professional record and is going to take the necessary precautions when providing treatment. Many health care professionals take care to provide a safe experience. However, others are putting their patients’ lives at risk with negligent behavior. Even worse, the state… Read More »
