Erb’s palsy is a birth injury that limits a child’s ability to use the affected shoulder, arm and hand in a “typical” capacity. Medical professionals may advise a course of treatment that includes daily at-home exercises and prescribed movements. These are intended to help the child regain mobility, prevent atrophy and promote healing. Surgery may…
After surviving a truck crash in Florida, you may think the worst is over. You’ve been injured and the pain is intense, but there’s no way you’re going to have to pay for your injuries… right? Believe it or not, there have been cases where victims of truck accidents had to pay for their injuries…
The trucking industry brings great benefit to our society. Much of America’s food and valuable goods travel across the country on trucks, and Floridians are able to export their agricultural goods and import many things that make our lives better every day. However, having large trucks drive on South Florida’s roadways, such as I-95 and…
The long-term effects of Erb’s palsy depend on the severity of the underlying nerve injury and the use of skilled medical intervention. Some patients will experience no permanent effects, while others face a lifetime of physical limitations. Parents may choose to pursue a birth injury claim in cases where a doctor’s negligence caused Erb’s palsy….
If you are ever injured or someone you love is in a Florida car accident, you will want to make sure that you have adequate insurance coverage. States will vary in what insurance they require of drivers. Florida is a no-fault insurance state, which means that your insurance company steps in and pays your medical…
PTSD Developed After a Catastrophic Car Crash Caused By a Negligent Driver Any traumatic event outside your control, such as a plane crash or natural disaster, can trigger post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This psychological condition is underlined by unreasonable fear and the anxiety that you will never be safe again. Symptoms of PTSD Those suffering…
Although every registered vehicle owner in Florida is required to carry liability insurance, many motorists do not fully understand Florida’s no-fault insurance laws and want to know who will pay for their medical bills after their wreck. In Florida, motorists are required to carry $10,000 of personal injury protection (PIP) coverage and $10,000 of property…
No one expects to be injured in a Florida car accident. However, you can always prepare for this unlikely instance beforehand and protect your legal rights afterward. One of the most difficult things victims of Florida car wrecks can face is being injured in an accident with a negligent driver who does not have insurance….
Hosting a great children’s party is about more than securing the piñata and decorating the perfect Spider-Man cake. A successful children’s party is one that is safe and free of potential hazards. Below are 10 things you should do before hosting a child’s party in your house, condo or apartment. These tips apply whether you…
