Being pregnant is a beautiful time, but it can also be a stressful one. If you are expecting a baby and are involved in a Florida car accident, that stress can multiply quickly. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that up to 5,000 fetal losses occur each year as…
Violent crime can happen anywhere, but, as you might expect, it is more prevalent in urban areas like Miami and South Florida. According to the Florida Department of Health (FL DOH), there are around 33,650 violent crimes committed in the state every year. More than 9,400 of these occur in…
The reasons for the nickname “Sunshine State” are obvious, since the beautiful resort beaches of Florida attract visitors from around the world seeking relaxation and enjoyment. A publication on Florida’s Hotel Industry, By the Numbers, includes a snapshot regarding hotels, resorts, and vacation clubs. The statistics reveal that there are…
Florida’s many miles of coastline comprise a thriving maritime industry of workers serving cruise lines, cargo operations, and many other water-based activities. However, working on the water comes with inherent risks. If you were injured in a maritime accident on the job, you wonder about your rights. There are workers’…
Florida’s interstate and highway systems are vital for commerce, but they also pose a significant risk for passenger drivers sharing the road with massive commercial trucks. In fact, The Zebra, an online resource and marketplace for auto insurance, ranks I-95 as the most dangerous highway in the US. Plus, there…
Workplace accidents happen all the time, and some incidents are so severe that they result in serious injuries to employees. The Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation (FL DWC) reports that injury-causing accidents are common, totaling around 60,400 cases per year. If you suffered injuries due to a workplace accident, you…
Memorial Day Weekend is well-known as the unofficial kickoff to the summer social season, but this year’s celebration was dampened by a horrific boating accident in Key Biscayne near Miami. According to a May 23, 2024, article in the Miami Herald, a 15-year-old girl was water skiing on a family…
Of all types of injuries a victim can suffer in an accident, dislocations of the body’s joints certainly tend to make people cringe. The definition from medical experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine states that this joint injury occurs when the ends of two connected bones separate. Though there are some…
The weather in Florida is excellent for a wide range of outdoor activities, and bike riding is one that many people enjoy throughout the year. However, many bicycling enthusiasts are aware that there is a significant risk of bicycle accidents in South Florida. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and…
In the world of cruise ship accidents, people tend to fixate on all of the different ways the cruise operator went wrong or failed to protect passengers. Therefore, it is also important to focus on the tactics and decisions by cruise lines that enhance safety but often get overlooked. In…