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Michael Damaso / 09-14-2024 / Personal Injury

The convenience of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft has transformed how people travel, offering reliable transportation at the touch of a button. However, with the rising popularity of these services comes the potential for increased risks. Lyft reported a slightly higher motor vehicle fatality rate among rideshare providers compared to Uber in the most […]

Michael Damaso / 07-28-2024 / Personal Injury

When a driver flees the scene of an accident, victims are often left to contend with physical and emotional trauma as well as the daunting task of navigating the legal aftermath. Fortunately, Florida takes these incidents seriously, and police officers work hard to collect evidence, file official reports, and review surveillance footage to find the […]

Michael Damaso / 04-24-2024 / Attorney

Securing fair compensation for your injuries and losses can seem daunting following an accident. While healing should be your priority, the burdens of medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress can become overwhelming. The insurance company may contact you with a settlement offer, but it may be too low to cover the full extent of […]

mmm / 07-24-2023 / Personal Injury

In the realm of personal injury law, time is often of the essence. Victims seeking justice for their injuries must adhere to strict legal time limits known as statutes of limitations. These deadlines determine the window within which a lawsuit can be filed. Victims may forfeit their right to recover compensation for their injuries if […]

mmm / 07-13-2023 / Personal Injury

The thrill of riding a jet ski across Florida’s beautiful waterways is an experience many individuals cherish. While getting hurt is often the last thing on someone’s mind as they board a jet ski or other personal watercraft to have fun with their friends and family, an accident can occur at any time. Unfortunately, the […]

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mmm / 06-08-2023 / Personal Injury

Playgrounds are fantastic places for children to play, exercise, and socialize with others. While many parents assume playgrounds are safe for their kids, an accident can still occur at any time. When a child suffers injuries in a playground accident, they may require extensive medical care, leaving families to contend with expensive medical bills. Fortunately, […]

mmm / 05-15-2023 / Personal Injury

Whether you were injured in a car accident or slip-and-fall, being involved in a personal injury accident can leave you with serious physical injuries and significant financial losses. In order to get the compensation you deserve for your losses and injuries, you need to file a Florida personal injury claim. When filing your personal injury […]

mmm / 05-10-2023 / Personal Injury

Whenever a driver gets behind the wheel, countless risk factors can lead to disaster. One risk that many drivers do not even consider is the possibility of drowning. Tragically, this risk became reality in 2005 for 21-year-old University of Central Florida student Chloe Arenas after she lost control of her car and drowned as a […]

mmm / 04-12-2023 / Personal Injury

Golf carts provide a convenient means of low-speed transportation, and many Floridians enjoy the fun and convenience of riding in a golf cart both on and off the course. Unfortunately, golf carts offer few safety features for riders, and accidents can leave victims facing severe and often life-altering injuries. If your golf cart accident occurred […]

Michael Damaso / 11-13-2022 / Personal Injury

In this digital age, sharing our triumphs and struggles on social media has helped us stay connected with friends and family, especially during times of stress. However, if you are involved in a Florida personal injury case, your use of social media can hurt your chances for a successful outcome. Insurance companies and defense attorneys […]

Michael Damaso / 11-03-2022 / Personal Injury

With the bright sun, roaring waves, and soft grating sand, the beach is a feast for the senses and an affordable way to create priceless memories. Since the beach is a popular spot for all sorts of activities, they tend to draw swarms of people and require lots of maintenance, so personal injury accidents are […]

Michael Damaso / 10-31-2022 / Personal Injury

Scooting along in a Vespa is a fun and easy way to navigate city streets while taking in the renowned Florida sunlight. As a result of the increased public use of these vehicles, it’s become more common for people to experience injuries while riding them. However, many riders are unsure when a Vespa injury warrants […]

Michael Damaso / 10-27-2022 / Auto Accidents

You’ve likely witnessed processions of crushed vehicles being hauled together on trucks. You could undoubtedly identify those cars as being totaled, but it’s not always clear when a car isn’t worth repairing. After a particularly bad wreck, your heart may sink upon realizing the damage is so substantial it may not be fixable or worth […]

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Michael Damaso / 09-17-2022 / Personal Injury

Suffering an injury in a sudden accident can be painful and overwhelming. These feelings can be especially challenging to contend with if another person’s negligence caused your accident. If you have been injured in an accident, you may be wondering if you have legal recourse against the party responsible for your injuries. However, it can […]

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Michael Damaso / 08-15-2022 / Auto Accidents

Florida’s summer months are known for being filled with lots of afternoon storms and showers. It’s already dangerous to be on the road when a sudden storm hits, windshields fog up, and roads become slippery, but most experienced drivers, especially their Florida natives, know how to navigate the occasional summer storm. Unfortunately, Florida drivers (native […]

Michael Damaso / 06-14-2022 / Car Accident

Whether their own vehicle is in the shop or they are on vacation and want to drive a vehicle to get them to each stop along their itinerary, renting a car is a popular alternative to using rideshare platforms or public transportation. Renting a car comes with a lot of responsibility to bring the car […]

Michael Damaso / 05-05-2022 / Auto Accidents

There are over six million car accidents that occur each year. If you have been involved in a car accident, one of the first steps you should take is to file a car accident injury claim. To get help with your car accident claim, an experienced Florida car accident lawyer may be able to help. […]

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Michael Damaso / 07-02-2020 / E-Scooter Accidents

E-scooters are becoming increasingly popular on Orlando streets and sidewalks as more residents and those visiting the area are using them to get around town. Orlando’s ordinance allows each scooter company to send 200-400 scooters, with a total limit of 1,800 e-scooters in the city. Popular e-scooter companies such as Lime, offer access to their […]

Michael Damaso / 06-19-2020 / Personal Injury

Four Attorneys from Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, P.A. Included in Florida Super Lawyers 2020 Awarded Top Rated Personal Injury Attorneys in Orlando ORLANDO – Four attorneys from the law firm of Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, P.A. were recognized in the 2020 edition of Florida Super Lawyers. Council ‘Butch’ Wooten, Jr., Orman L. Kimbrough, […]

Michael Damaso / 04-17-2020 / Personal Injury

Receiving proper medical treatment is paramount to any personal injury case. It is important, that if you or a loved one are involved in a car accident, slip and fall or any other type of personal injury matter, that you do not delay seeking medical treatment. For some, it can be difficult to justify the […]

Michael Damaso / 01-08-2020 / Personal Injury

Hoverboards have increased in popularity in recent years, but that doesn’t mean they have become any less dangerous. Hoverboards are electric and hands-free, self-balancing scooters. The speed of a hoverboard can range depending upon the brand, but most travel between 6 mph and 15 mph. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, after […]

Michael Damaso / 11-05-2019 / Auto Accidents

Central Florida’s interstates, roads and highways are some of the most dangerous in country. Approximately 395,000 car accidents happen on Florida roads every year, according to the Department of Motor Vehicles. I-4 has been named as the most dangerous interstate in the country, based on fatalities per mile. According to MetroPlan Orlando, the following intersections […]

Doug / 04-20-2015 / Consumer Safety

It is important to remain aware and cautious about recalls announced for any and all products we used in day to day life. Products of all types are susceptible to defects, contamination, and misbranding. To remain aware of the most recent recalls please see the summaries and links below. This past week’s recalls consist of […]

Doug / 04-18-2015 / Medical Negligence

What are my options if someone gives me a STD? This question may not have had any significance 10 or 20 years ago, however in the past few years more and more claims of battery and negligence in infecting another individual with a sexually transmissible disease have come to light. According to the Center for […]

Doug / 04-07-2015 / Auto Accidents

Attorney Nicholas Primrose Presents for End Distracted Driving Organization at Local High School On Tuesday, April 7, 2015, our attorney, Nicholas Primrose, traveled to Winter Springs High School to present to students about Distracted Driving as part of the Florida Justice Association and End Distracted Driving organization’s “Student Awareness Initiative.” End Distracted Driving is an […]

Doug / 02-09-2015 / Consumer Safety

Most of this week’s recalls include product recalls for various increase risks posed to users/consumers. It is important to remain attentive in the working condition and potential safety issues, which can arise with products you purchase. If you or a loved one have been injured as a result of a defective product, contaminated food or […]

Doug / 01-26-2015 / Consumer Safety

A majority of this week’s recalls listed involve food product recalls, some due to undeclared allergens, while others are due to lack of inspection and/or potential contamination. It is important to be aware of the ingredients in the products you purchase especially for those with allergies to particular items such as peanuts, eggs and dairy. […]

Doug / 12-19-2014 / Consumer Safety

Most of this past week’s recalls are for consumer products. If you have purchased any of the following items please discontinue use, keep out of reach of small children and contact the appropriate producer to determine which step to take in order to return or obtain a refund. Recalls RSS WindowTex Recalls Custom Roller Shades […]

Doug / 12-15-2014 / Consumer Safety

Most of this past week’s recalls are for various food related allergies. If you have a food allergy, please make sure you check products being used in the food you’re purchasing. Recalls RSS Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury (Fri, 12 Dec 2014 09:30:00 GMT) Helmet’s chinstrap can fail, […]

Doug / 12-05-2014 / Consumer Safety

This week sees a lot of recalls from the NHTSA on vehicles and tires. Check to make sure your car isn’t on the list and check with your local mechanic if it is. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Recalls YAMAHA ( 14V644000 ) (Thu, 04 Dec 2014 06:00:01 EST) Dated: OCT 13, 2014 Yamaha Motor […]

Doug / 10-01-2014 / Auto Accidents

Immediately following an accident victims are often faced with the need for medical care, expenses incurred as a result of medical care, wage loss, and injuries that can be long lasting or permanent. Regardless of the accident or incident which caused the injuries, often the Plaintiff is stuck with expenses and required to live with […]

Doug / 06-19-2014 / Dangerous

In 2013, on July 29th, thousands of 20-pound propane tanks exploded off County Road 448 in Tavares, FL. Eight people were seriously injured including being critically burned in the conflagration that shut down the Blue Rhino processing plant. Investigators are now stating that, as was expected, the explosion was caused by human error. (Orlando Sentinel) […]

Doug / 06-12-2014 / Attorney

Over the weekend, the country woke to news that famed comedian, star of NBC’s 30 Rock, Tracy Morgan, along with a handful of others, were involved in a deadly multi-vehicle collision on the New Jersey Turnpike. According to authorities, the accident was caused when a Wal-Mart tractor-trailer crashed into a limousine bus carrying Mr. Morgan and […]

Doug / 05-15-2014 / Auto Accidents

The first sentence in the ABC News story should send chills to everyone who drives, “because of a badly flawed and archaic government recall system, millions of potentially dangerous recalled tires remain on the roads, on store shelves for sale, or simply unaccounted for.” In fact, the problem is so severe and the potential risk […]

Doug / 04-29-2014 / Consumer Safety

Ontel is recalling ISO7X isometric exercise equipment, after it was discovered that the devices contain a defect with the handle grips which can cause parts to come free and forcefully ejected from the shaft of the device. The ejection of parts of the device can potentially cause injury to the user and or bystanders. The […]

Doug / 04-14-2014 / Dangerous

After the deaths of two siblings in Massachusetts, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has renewed its warning to consumers about the risks associated with storage, hope, cedar and toy chests. Millions of storage chests and toy boxes pose the risk of automatically closing and latching shut. As a result of the chests latching […]

Doug / 04-11-2014 / Consumer Safety

April 1, 2014, Dyson issued a recall of its Bladeless Portable Electric Heaters. The heaters were found to in some cases develop an electrical short and overheat, increasing the risk of a fire hazard. The recall is expected to affect about 338,000 units of the heaters sold in the U.S. and about 43,000 units of […]

Doug / 03-31-2014 / Auto Accidents

Today, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issues a regulation requiring all vehicles to have rear-view visibility (i.e. backup cameras). This rule will apply to all vehicles under 10,000 pounds and must be accomplished by May 2018. U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx released this statement with the ruling, “safety is our highest priority, and […]

Doug / 03-27-2014 / Auto Accidents

The SunRail trains are warming up and getting ready for their May debut across Central Florida, but faulty railroad crossing arms may lead to more injuries. So far, SunRail trains cross streets at 127 different locations, each one being another point for a dangerous collision. WESH investigated these crossing and uncovered that the SunRail crossings […]

Doug / 03-27-2014 / Consumer Safety

On March 20th, Bedz King operating out of Arlington, Texas, recalled approximately 2,900 bunk beds with side ladders. The bunk beds have been recalled due to a discovered entrapment risk posed by the beds having a protruding corner post, which exceeds the industry standard of 5mm. The recalled bunk beds were sold in twin over […]

Doug / 03-25-2014 / Confidentiality

Breach of Confidentiality Agreement Costs Family Settlement Money In an odd twist of events, a Facebook post ended up costing a family $80,000 from a prior settlement. A case from Coral Gables made national headlines when a Plaintiff’s daughter posted on Facebook the regarding a confidential settlement. Patrick Snay was the former head at Gulliver […]

Doug / 02-19-2014 / Consumer Safety

As of January 12, 2014, Winn Dixie announced an immediate recall of 30 oz. canisters of the store’s Instant Chocolate Drink Mix, with the expiration date JUL 14 15B. The product was pulled fro the shelves of Winn Dixie locations throughout Florida due to a potential incorrect formula mixture, which could result in an undeclared […]

Doug / 11-19-2013 / Consumer Safety

As technology advances so must the law in order to provide remedy disputes involving social media and other internet claims. Advertising on social media has presented a new way for companies to gain attention of possible consumers. Social media websites like Facebook and Twitter are increasingly popular among users and this drives the desire to […]

Doug / 11-01-2013 / Defective products

In August 2010, DePuy Orthopaedics, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, recalled its ASR hip system. The recall came into effect because of unpublished data from a joint registry in the UK showing the replacement hip’s low rate of success. The intended lifespan of the hip was 15 years, but DePuy’s ASR XL device was […]

Doug / 09-23-2013 / Dangerous

The Palm Beach Post ran an article announcing that a 75-year-old Boca Raton widow won $3.8 million on Friday after a jury found two tobacco companies responsible for her husband’s death. Kathleen Gafney Hanners filed suit on her husband, Frank Gafney’s behalf after he died in 1995 at the age of 59 from lung cancer. […]

Doug / 08-22-2013 / Consumer Safety

Over the past three years, Central Florida’s court system has been a hotbed for national attention. This time though, the attention isn’t turning a negative light on the community, but rather trying to right a wrong. Right now in a Hernando County courthouse, the trial of Mr. John Rizzuto’s against Phillip Morris and Liggett Group […]

Doug / 06-28-2013 / Airplane Accidents

Chuck Rohr, the 73 year old founder of Rohr Balloons, remained calm as the Hot Air Balloon he was piloting drifted into power lines yesterday east of Eustis, FL. “I felt I had it under control,” he told reporters. “If I had panicked something major could have happened.” One of the passengers aboard the balloon […]

Doug / 09-24-2012 / Boat Accidents

A man was killed in a boating accident over Labor Day Weekend near Miami’s Venetian Causeway Bridge. According to reports, the victim was speeding on a personal watercraft and collided with a 22-foot boat just after 10 p.m. A Sea Tow operator heard the crash and saw two men in the water, one unconscious. The […]

Doug / 09-10-2012 / Auto Accidents

A car accident on State Road 408 killed two on the morning of August 30, according to the Orlando Sentinel. Reports from the Florida Highway Patrol say the driver of a black Hyundai Elantra crossed over into oncoming traffic in the eastbound lanes, colliding head-on with a Toyota Corolla. Shortly after the collision, the Hyundai […]

Doug / 08-31-2012 / Boat Accidents

A Connecticut woman on vacation with her husband in Florida died in a tragic parasailing accident on August 15, according to sources. Stephen Miskell, 31, and his wife Kathleen Miskell, 28, were parasailing together 200 feet above the ground off the coast of Pompano Beach when Kathleen’s harness broke. Kathleen plummeted into the water and […]