Motorized scooters are an answer to a big transportation problem. From eco-friendly transportation alternatives to senior citizen mobility solutions, the popularity of e-scooters is growing exponentially. And along with it–the risk of injuries. What is an E-Scooter? An e-scooter refers to a broad category of battery-powered transportation devices. These include scooters, hoverboards, e-bikes, and similar … Read more
Most people like or even love animals. When you see a dog commercial, they show a cute puppy giving everybody at the park kisses. And while most dogs are friendly and lovable, there are times when a dog gets grumpy. Even dogs that are trained really well get angry or vicious from time to time. … Read more
Now that it’s a bit cooler in South Florida, a lot of people like to head out for a bike ride. It’s a great way to get exercise and, for some people, it’s an easy way to get around. The problem is that no matter how careful you are, there’s always the chance that you … Read more
Now that summer is over, the weather in South Florida is not going to be quite so pleasant. The temperatures will start to drop. The rain is not going away. The risk of people falling goes up as the fall and winter months approach. So, what are you supposed to do if you get hurt … Read more
Now that we’re in the middle of summer, people in South Florida are taking time to enjoy the weather with their friends. You may be going to outdoor parties and barbeques. You may even go for a week’s vacation at a friend’s summer home. Hopefully, everyone will have a great time and come home safe … Read more
A lot of people think they know what product liability law is. They see recall notices on television and online. They have heard of dangerous toys and other products that have injured toddlers and children. And, it’s hard to escape the dozens of commercials that air every day warning people about the dangers or various … Read more
If you suffer any sort of workplace accident, you’ll probably be entitled to workers compensation in Florida. As long as you meet the basic criteria, you’ll receive medical treatment for your injuries. You’ll also receive replacement wages. These benefits will continue until you’re able to return to work. The question is – who decides when … Read more
If you’ve ever been involved in a personal injury case, then you may have heard of something called emotional distress. When Florida personal injury attorneys go to law school, they learn all about emotional distress. Technically, this is when somebody acts in a reckless or intentional way and causes you emotional stress or anxiety. In … Read more
Thankfully, most of us will never know what it’s like to be criminally assaulted by someone. Not only can it cause serious injury, it can also cause a lot of mental anguish. Nobody deserves to be subjected to that kind of treatment. If you report the assault, there’s a good chance the person who assaulted … Read more
It doesn’t happen all that often. But, every now and then a parent has to file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida on behalf of their child. This is because minors are not allowed to sue in Florida. Typically, what happens is their mom or dad files suit in their name and makes sure their … Read more
