Drowning is a tragic accident, especially when it involves children. If a child drowns on your property, in a swimming pool or other body of water, one of the first questions is “who is responsible?” While drowning is almost always a freak accident, there are situations in which the child’s drowning could (and should) have…
Right now, states around the country are reopening in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic. As they do, employees and business owners alike are facing two crucial questions. First, are the workplaces safe? Second, is an employer considered liable if their employees contract the virus? Unfortunately, the answers to these questions aren’t always straightforward. Here’s…
The economy is slowly reopening in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic. As it does, business owners are turning to disinfectant products to kill pathogens and protect their customers and employees. While these products may kill the virus, they can also be dangerous to employees and clients. Unfortunately, many of us don’t understand the inherent product…
After an auto accident, one of the first steps toward securing a fair settlement is to acquire evidence of the other party’s negligence in order to establish liability. However, establishing liability of the other party is not always simple. In this post, we’ll discuss the definition of “legal liability”, fault and the steps you need…
If you identify as a clumsy person, you’re not alone. Many of us seem to find a way to slip, trip, or fall regularly. Even when there are no hazards present. In daily life, clumsiness represents little more than a mild inconvenience. When it comes to a personal injury case, though, things get more serious….
If you’re pursuing a personal injury suit, you’re probably wondering how long it will take to settle your case. You’re not alone in this. Anyone filing an injury claim wants to get the process over (and get back to normal life) as quickly as possible. While there’s no set timeline for case resolution, there are…
The risks of speeding while driving are extreme. Not only does speeding make it difficult to stop in time for an obstacle or hazard, but it places you dangerously close to your fellow drivers. Because of this, speeding is one of the top predictors of car accidents – responsible for 26% of all fatal crashes…
Evidence laws change rapidly in Florida. Recently, they’ve experienced yet another shift. Specifically, the state has stopped adhering to the “General acceptance” (Frye) standard of vetting scientific evidence and adopted the Daubert standard, instead. While this effort keeps frivolous cases out of court and streamlines the process for real, pressing cases. It can also make…
After an accident, some injuries present immediately. Things like broken bones and concussions, for example, have severe symptoms. Sometimes, though, you can sustain an injury that doesn’t appear for days, weeks, or months after the accident. What then? Don’t worry. You have options. While you can still file an insurance claim, you have to move…
If you’ve been in a car accident, you’re probably wondering what happens next. It can be overwhelming to negotiate an auto accident settlement with your insurance company. Especially as you try to recover from your injuries. Unfortunately, insurance companies don’t make this process any easier. Today, it’s the goal of most insurance companies to settle…
