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I decided that I wanted to become a lawyer because, I felt that I wanted to help people who actually needed me. I wanted to be able to assist people who don’t have anybody to go to when they’re a victim of an injury. And it’s very gratifying to know that I’m there and I’m able to assist people in their everyday lives when they’re a victim of a terrible accident.
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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...
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...
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...
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Orphan drugs are those that the federal government approves for use in the treatment of rare diseases that affect less than 200,000 people. New medications that treat rare forms of cancer or rare cancer-related symptoms are hitting the market all the time, despite their lack of clinical trials, a study published by Harvard researchers in...
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....
The use of social media content as evidence in legal cases has increased over the years. With millions of Americans making status updates, uploading media and checking in at locations via smartphones, tablets and computers, it’s easy to track a social media user’s life just by visiting his or her profile. When our clients have...
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...
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...
Recovery can be very hard on some people. Being unable to go about your normal daily activities, forced to rest at home, and not being able to just get up and go can lead to waves of frustration, depression, and anxiety. Try to keep angst at bay while you’re recovering from your injury with these...
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A car accident can lead to significant financial and medical costs. A PIP suit in Florida is one avenue to pursue to receive compensation following a car accident. A PIP suit in Florida is a claim that is filed to collect benefits from your auto insurance company. The amount of money you can recover in...
You are not required by law to hire a lawyer for a slip and fallin Florida. However, having an attorney who understands premises liability law, knows how to negotiate with insurance companies, and can represent your interests in court offers a healthy of peace of mind—leaving you to focus on recovering from your injuries. Here...
There are 3 types of damages in personal injury claims: economic damages, noneconomic damages, and punitive damages. Economic and noneconomic damages may also be referred to as special and general damages. Personal injury cases based on negligence may award economic damages and noneconomic damages, but punitive damages are only given if a criminal violation occurred....
The statute of limitations for a hit and run accident in Florida is dependent on the type of lawsuit you bring. If your loved one passed away because of a hit and run accident and you plan to bring a wrongful death lawsuit, then you generally have two years to do so according to Florida...
When you sustain an injury and may be entitled to compensation, you may wonder how long you have to file a personal injury claim in Florida. The time you have to file a claim depends on several factors, including the type of injury, who the victim was, and who was responsible. For most Florida personal...
Most personal injury lawyers work on what is known as a “contingency-fee” basis. Essentially, a personal injury lawyer’s payment is “contingent” upon winning your case and getting compensation on your behalf. Because a contingency fee is only payable when there is a favorable result, if you happen to lose your case, you will not have...