Laws and etiquette dictate that, immediately after a car accident, you should pull off to the side of the road and talk to the other driver. The first thing you are supposed to say is, “Is anyone injured?” If someone is injured, you should call an ambulance immediately. If no…
Many Miami residents choose to rent their residences, taking advantage of the fact that the landlord handles maintenance, common areas, amenities, and other tasks. You have expectations of safety in the place that you call home, so security is at the top of the list when you consider landlord responsibilities.…
Cheerleading has become an exciting, thrilling sport for children of all ages, and it is no longer the simple leaps, high kicks, and shaking pompons in support of the team. Members of the squad are being tossed 25+ feet in the air, executing complicated aerial gymnastics as they fly. It…
Many people do not realize how dangerous exercise equipment can be, but another incident involving a Peloton device has resulted in legal action for wrongful death. CBS News Miami reported that a mother filed a lawsuit for her son, whom she claims was killed by a defective, dangerous Peloton exercise bicycle. The…
If you have filed or are considering filing a claim as a victim of water contamination in Camp Lejeune, you might already realize that the litigation is moving along at a snail’s pace. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act was passed in August 2022, authorizing members of the military to seek…
Parents and the public in general spend a lot of time explaining safety rules for teen drivers, warning them about hazards, avoiding texting, and encouraging them to get experience. What they do not mention in these awareness campaigns is what to do after a car accident happens. According to the Florida…
Truck accidents thankfully make up a small number of the total motor vehicle crashes that occur on Florida roads every year, but statistics show that they are still massive in their devastation. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that there are more than 10,300 crashes involving semis, 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, and…
South Florida is one of the most dangerous regions of the state to drive in, and statistics prove the risks. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are more than 128,000 total traffic crashes in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties every year. Around 800…
Doctors are not perfect, but you still expect that their education, training, and experience will lead to quality patient care in diagnosing medical conditions. The statistics reported by Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) are disturbing, with missed or delayed diagnoses comprising 21% of all medical malpractice claims. These figures do…
Children are physically active, play hard, and participate in sports, often not realizing the risk of serious injuries. Unfortunately, kids often do not appreciate the fact that they suffered a head injury. Parents must be vigilant, as there can be serious medical implications when a child’s developing brain suffers trauma.…