When a person dies because of the actions of another individual (like another motorist) or an entity (such as a car manufacturer), the survivors may be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida. A wrongful death lawsuit asks the court to award damages in the form of compensation for the survivors’ loss, such…
Negligence Action Filed by Cruise Ship Passengers for Response to the COVID-19 Outbreak The first lawsuits are being filed in connection with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Of course, may people have lost their lives or have become ill from the disease, and now one group of California residents is now bringing an action in federal…
Wrongful death is a type of claim which can occur when a person or entity wrongfully causes someone’s death. Many times, wrongful death claims are initiated by the deceased person’s family – including parents, spouses, and children – with damages awarded to help offset the emotional and financial burden of the loss. Common wrongful death…
More American women are dying from pregnancy-related complications than any other developed country in the world. Let that sink in for a moment. The United States, for all its wealth and technology and highly skilled professionals, is the most dangerous developed country in the world for a woman to give birth. Where deaths per 100,000…
It’s finally here…summer! Beautiful weather, family fun, and outdoor activities are endless for the next 92 days. Unfortunately, so are the dangers of heat stroke, drowning, accidents, and other summer activity hazards. Below are some important safety tips to keep your summer emergency free. Safety Tips for Drivers and Motorcyclists The summer months bring an…
It’s finally here…summer! Beautiful weather, family fun, and outdoor activities are endless for the next 92 days. Unfortunately, so are the dangers of heat stroke, drowning, accidents, and other summer activity hazards. Below are some important safety tips to keep your summer emergency free. Safety Tips for Swimmers and Boaters Florida is known for its…
You use dozens of products every day. Most of them function properly every time, but sometimes, due to defective or flawed design, manufacturing, labeling, or instructions, they can cause harm or injury. Any product – from a hair dryer to a food product or even a coffee mug – can cause serious injuries. You may…
School days bring congestion: school buses are picking up and dropping off kids, parents are shuffling kids between school and activities, students are rushing to school on bikes and foot, and new drivers are behind the wheel for the first time learning new routes and routines. Now is the time to slow down and pay…
School days bring congestion: school buses are picking up and dropping off kids, parents are shuffling kids between school and activities, students are rushing to school on bikes and foot, and new drivers are behind the wheel for the first time learning new routes and routines. Now is the time to slow down and pay…
Over 3 million elderly Americans live in a nursing home or other long-term care facilities. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, the number of nursing home residents will rise, with as many as 40% of adults entering a nursing home or long-term care facility in their life. While most nursing home residents are well cared…