Florida is one of the largest family vacation destinations on the planet. Between miles of coastline, dozens of theme parks, and hundreds of other travel destinations, the state of Florida is on the list of places that a family simply must visit. As many begin to plan, pack, and head out onto the American roadways […]
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Keeping Your Kids Safe at Florida Theme Parks
Doug / 04-23-2013 / Newsletter
Tips from our Orlando Injury Lawyers From the Magic Kingdom to Sea World to dozens of others, Orlando has near-infinite options for family summertime fun. As the summer is quickly approaching, it is important to learn how to keep you and your family safe at Orlando’s many theme parks. Water and Heat We call it […]
Commonly Prescribed Drugs Known to Cause Birth Defects
Doug / 06-22-2012 / Newsletter
The March of Dimes reports that every year in the United States, about 150,000 babies are born with birth defects. Unfortunately, numerous prescription and over-the-counter medications carry a risk of causing fetal harm. As such, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration developed five pregnancy categories that indicate whether a drug is safe for pregnant women […]
New Side Airbag Regulations Intended to Reduce Rollover Accident Deaths
Doug / 08-29-2011 / Newsletter
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), each year in the United States, more than 280,000 rollover accidents are reported and more than 10,000 people die in rollovers. The NHTSA describes rollovers as “dangerous events,” not surprising given that in 2009, 35 percent of all auto accident fatalities occurred during light vehicle rollovers. […]
Common Birth Injuries
Doug / 07-21-2011 / Newsletter
When a baby sustains an injury from complications during labor or delivery, he or she has sustained a birth injury, or birth trauma. Birth injuries range from mild to severe and are not uncommon. When medical malpractice causes a child’s birth injury, an experienced Orlando injury attorney can help parents understand their legal rights. Injuries […]
Florida’s Law Against Feeding Sharks: the Bahamas Loophole Can Injure Tourists
Doug / 04-19-2011 / Newsletter
Florida has thousands of miles of coastline, and although the waters off Florida’s coast are beautiful, they are also home to various species of shark. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Committee (FFWCC) enacted a ban in 2002 prohibiting anyone from feeding sharks in Florida’s coastal waters. However, a man’s death in 2008 while feeding […]
When Vacation Turns to Peril: Tourist Injuries
Doug / 02-09-2011 / Newsletter
Every winter, peoples’ thoughts turn to warm beaches and cold drinks. But sometimes even the most well-planned vacations can turn into a trip to the emergency room for the unlucky tourist. Jet skis, boats and parasail rides are only a few of the vacation hazards that can cause serious injuries, and in some cases, death. […]
What to Do About Injuries Suffered on Another’s Property
Doug / 11-22-2010 / Newsletter
People can suffer an injury on another’s property in numerous ways. Some of the more common ways include: slipping on a wet floor in a store, falling down a poorly lit stairwell, tripping over debris and assaults due to inadequate safety measures in an apartment complex. Recent lawsuits from across the country demonstrate how people […]
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Florida
Doug / 09-23-2010 / Newsletter
With its warm weather and scenic views, Florida continues to be the top destination for the country’s senior citizens. Florida leads the nation in residents over the age of 65, as they comprise nearly a fifth of the state’s population. Ensuring the health and safety of senior citizens is of paramount concern for their families, […]
Florida DUI Award
Doug / 11-26-2008 / Newsletter
A lawsuit involving a drunken driver who hit a car carrying a four-year-old boy and his father resulted in a $50 million award for the plaintiffs. The man charged with drunken driving was sentenced to five years in a Florida jail. His car reportedly hit the car of the father and son, and the son’s […]
Mandatory Drivers Ed Class Proposed by Florida Lawmakers
Doug / 05-19-2008 / Newsletter
Florida State lawmakers proposed legislation that will require teenagers to pass a mandatory driver’s ed class before they will be eligible to get their driver’s license. Statistics continually demonstrate the dangerous conditions that face teenagers behind the wheel. Drivers who range in ages 16-18 have the highest vehicle accident rate, as well as the highest […]
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