No one should have to go through the pain of losing a loved one. The agony may be worse if the death was avoidable but caused by negligence. According to recent statistics, Florida has a very high rate of wrongful deaths due to negligence. Family members are often left to…
Car accidents are often extremely traumatic and stressful events. According to recent studies, people involved in car crashes are at high risk for psychological problems, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Although physical injuries are usually noticeable soon after an accident, psychological and emotional injuries may take longer to manifest…
Florida has some of the most dangerous roadways in the country. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), over 400,000 car accidents happened in Florida in 2021. These accidents caused more than 250,000 injuries and about 3,700 fatalities in the same year. However, only a…
When someone enters a car as a passenger, they essentially place their lives in the hands of the vehicle’s driver and other motorists. The trauma of being a passenger in a car crash is not an easy feat, yet it happens more frequently than most people may realize. According to…
Personal injury cases are often complex legal processes that involve a wide range of issues, such as the severity of injuries and their financial implications. These complicated issues must be explained and proven in a claim for fair compensation. An experienced car accident attorney can help guide claimants through this…
When two vehicles collide, the impact can be severe and cause significant injuries and damage. Since most vehicles lack ample side protection, an impact from the side during sideswipe accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries. Most sideswipe accidents in Florida happen because of unsafe lane changes. According to the Florida…
Ride-sharing services such as Turo can be convenient for people who live in cities with limited and costly parking spaces or visiting tourists who don’t want to spend a fortune on a rental car they’ll hardly use. Turo allows people to rent a privately owned vehicle for a shorter period…
Seniors living in nursing homes are among the most vulnerable individuals in society. Nursing homes serve a vital role in the lives of residents and their loved ones. According to the National Center for Elder Abuse, hundreds of thousands report elder abuse complaints annually. Most of the complaints received centered…
Sustaining a spinal injury can have devastating effects. In addition to the medical and rehabilitation costs, injury victims can also experience mental and emotional stress. Spinal cord injuries can happen for various reasons, including motor vehicle and fall accidents. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistics Center (NSCISC), over…
After an accident resulting from a person’s negligence, a victim can recover compensation for damages. The most common are economic damages, such as medical bills, property damage, and loss of income. It’s easy to calculate economic damages. For example, medical treatment costs will show on hospital bills, car repairs have…