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If you’re looking to hire a lawyer, here are some things that you should look for, the experience of that attorney. You want to know that that attorney is not going to be shy or afraid of taking your case all the way to a trial if needed, or even an appeal. You want someone who’s going to be there fighting for you on a daily basis. There are lawyers who are afraid to step into a courtroom, either because they’re afraid of the trial itself or they don’t want to spend time to get to that point. You need to know that your lawyer is there fighting for you every step of the way. You want someone who’s going to give you personal attention and isn’t going to pawn you off on another lower-level associate in your office, or a paralegal, or secretary. You want to know that when you’re hiring that lawyer, that lawyer is going to be the one working on your case from start to finish.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 established that employers needed to provide a safe and healthful workplace, free of all known dangers, for employees. This act also established the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, which oversees workplace safety and accidents. In addition to requiring a safe workplace, the act also provides access for...
Because of Florida’s no-fault laws, drivers know that the first place they need to turn for injury compensation is their PIP insurance policy. If their injuries exceed that coverage, then they may file a claim against the other driver or their insurance. However, that changes dramatically when the victim is a passenger in an Uber...
A minor fender bender can cause soft tissue damage, which can continue to degenerate if you do not receive medical help as soon as possible. But the risk does not stop at personal injuries. A certain Florida law can influence the amount of your compensation, and it is important to be in the know of...
Click Orlando reports that Columbus Blue Jackets Goalie,24-year-old Matiss Kivlenieks of Latvia, was killed at his home in Michigan when an errant 4th of July fireworks mortar blast hit him in the chest. On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, officials released the audio of the 911 call. On the call, a woman tells the dispatcher that...
A mother reported to officials that a ride at the Manatee County Fair injured her after she slid out from underneath the safety bar. News Channel 8 hast the story. The mother and her 10-year-old nephew were riding the Ring of Fire when she slipped out. She was stopped by a plexiglass shield at the...
In the past few years, hundreds of commercial zip-line parks have opened across the United States. As of September 2017, there were 400 different parks operating, with more due to be opening. While this may be a fun way to spend an afternoon or to host a birthday party, there are risks. The risks are...
Diabetes drug may help treat preeclampsia in pregnant women
A diabetes medication considered safe for pregnant women could potentially be used to treat or prevent preeclampsia, a leading cause of maternal death. Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication that kills more than 60,000 women around the world each year. It occurs when an insufficient blood supply to the placenta causes the release of toxins into...
How Social Media Can Affect Your Injury Claims
Social media has quickly overtaken society as a fun venue to chat with friends and stay up to date on daily life. However, social media activity can lead you to inadvertently releasing extensive information online about you that you may not realize. Once it has been posted online, it is public information and can be...
What to Consider When You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you were injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence in the state of Florida, you may be facing astronomical medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. These obstacles are important in terms of what to consider when you hire a personal injury lawyer. You may feel overwhelmed dealing with medical appointments,...
How a simple fall can lead to serious head injuries
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of five slip and fall accidents results in a head injury, broken bones or other serious injuries. Hazardous conditions such as spills on supermarket floors and cracked sidewalks have the potential to cause slip and fall accidents that can lead to significant head injuries....
Golf Cart Accidents, Surprisingly, Can Be Extremely Dangerous
When most people think of Florida motor vehicle accidents, they think of cars, SUVS, pickup trucks and motorcycles. However, many different types of vehicles can be involved in dangerous crashes, including golf carts. Surprisingly, golf cart accidents are on the rise – especially in states with warm temperate climates, a large elderly population and lots...
What Not to Do After a Head Injury
Head injuries often happen in car accidents. The sudden impact of an auto wreck can leave damages to the brain, which, if acute, must be medically treated immediately. These are things you should not do if someone is injured in a Florida car accident, if there are signs of a brain injury: A head wound...
What If I Can’t Afford to Pay for a Personal Injury Lawyer in Florida?
If you can’t afford to pay for a personal injury lawyer in Florida, you could select a law firm that works on a contingency-fee basis. This fee structure means that a personal injury lawyer’s payment is “contingent” upon winning your case and getting compensation on your behalf. If you happen to lose your case, you...
Is an Airline Responsible for Accidents in Their Terminal?
There are many different parties that could ultimately be responsible for an injury at the airport. If you were hurt in the terminal waiting for a flight, you might have a viable case against the company responsible for managing the terminal. If you suffered an injury at an airport, determining who is at fault is...
Can I Sue Norwegian Cruises if I Was Injured While Parasailing?
You can generally sue Norwegian Cruises if you were injured while parasailing and the cruise line was liable for your injuries. If Norwegian Cruises is not liable for your injuries, you would need to take legal action against another liable party for your compensation. A Florida Norwegian Cruise Line accident lawyer can help you determine...
What Qualifies as Pain and Suffering?
Pain and suffering are legally used to describe both the emotional and physical injuries a victim sustains after an accident. Any significant physical, emotional, and psychological anguish you undergo after an accident qualifies as pain and suffering, which are eligible for compensation. What Physical Pain and Suffering Consists Of Typically, you can categorize pain and...
Guide to Florida Admiralty and Maritime Law
From commercial shipping to personal injury claims, maritime law plays a crucial role in ensuring safe and fair maritime commerce and travel. You may also want to know more about maritime law if you were injured while working at sea. A Florida personal injury lawyer can act as your guide to Florida admiralty and maritime...
How Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Work?
Understanding how a personal injury lawsuit works can be difficult for the average person. Personal injury lawsuits typically involve a possible consultation with a personal injury lawyer and hiring them to represent you in your case. They will then conduct an independent investigation of your case. After this, a lawyer can guide you through pre-trial...