Sometimes, after a car accident, it’s easy to see that one party was at fault and the other party was blameless. For instance, in an accident in which one car is properly stopped at a stoplight when a second car comes along, fails to stop and plows right into the back of the first car, it’s clear that the driver of the second car holds 100% of the fault for the accident. There are other cases in which it’s not so easy to determine who was at fault. After some motor vehicle accidents, the police do an extensive investigation to determine who was at fault. Sometimes, two parties must argue in co ..read more

The roads in Miami and throughout Florida can be deadly, especially for those who are not protected by a vehicle of their own. Namely, that includes pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists. Given the way people are driving with reckless abandon and flouting the law and fundamentals for safety, it is no surprise that accidents with injuries and death are on the uptick. To try and improve safety, the Florida Highway Patrol is emphasizing pedestrians and keeping them safe in a new campaign. Pedestrian fatality statistics are worrisome In 2021, Florida had more than 9,550 auto-pedestrian acciden ..read more

Videos were recently released of an accident involving a car going the wrong way on the Palmetto Expressway in Miami. The accident occurred in late August and resulted in the deaths of five young people. After getting onto the expressway, the driver of an Infiniti sped past several vehicles going in the opposite direction before colliding directly with another car. The driver’s car then flew over several lanes before smashing into a guardrail. Speed and alcohol were factors in the crash All five drivers in the car that was hit were killed. It is estimated that the Infiniti driver was driving a ..read more

Restaurants are usually a high-activity, crowded and stressful work environment. Hot stoves, sharp objects and slippery floors are among the conditions that lead to work-related injuries. Common injuries  The moist common injuries for restaurant workers, which could underlie claims for workers’ compensation, include:  Wounds from cuts, punctures and scrapes. Hot surface or oil burns. Muscle strains caused by slips and falls, repetitive motions, standing in the same area for long time periods and lifting heavy objects. Slips and strains are the greatest restaurant injury risk and caus ..read more

In Florida, many people earn a living working in construction. The work is plentiful and lucrative. Still, there are inherent dangers with this type of work. Trusting co-workers, being around heavy equipment, using difficult tools and being high off the ground are just some of the challenges that must be considered when on a construction site. Falls are the cause of a significant number of catastrophic injuries and death. A recent survey highlighted just how many problematic falls are and why construction workers think they happen. This information could be important not just for safety and av ..read more

Recovering from a serious car accident can take time, effort, and a lot of money. You might be forced to endure a significant amount of pain and suffering, too, which can be completely overwhelming. You might be left struggling to figure out how to provide for your family, secure the medical treatment that you need, and put your mind at ease. Although you might be able to recover compensation from the negligent driver who caused the wreck, sometimes these individuals simply aren’t able to pay for the full extent of the damages that they have caused you. That’s why you need to consider against ..read more

Your job duties may involve a lot of physical labor that leaves you vulnerable to on-the-job injuries. Whether it is a back injury caused by heavy lifting or an accident with heavy machinery, there may come a time when a workplace injury leaves you unable to work and in need of medical care. You may have heard that workers’ compensation benefits are available in such situations. These benefits can cover the costs of your medical treatment and, in some cases, compensate you for the time you are unable to return to work. Your first instinct may be to see your own doctor for this care, but are yo ..read more

When it comes to receiving workers’ compensation benefits and what is and what is not covered, the rules are extremely strict. There are many people whose claims are rejected the first time around. If that happens, many people appeal the rejected claim and are eventually successful at receiving benefits. One of the conditions that seems to be up for debate is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can occur due to many different experiences and which can be very difficult to treat. PTSD is nonetheless a very real condition and the person who is suffering deserves to get the support that ..read more

If your loved one suffers any kind of injury in a nursing home, then you should start asking questions. This is especially true if your loved one develops bedsores. These injuries, sometimes referred to as pressure ulcers, develop when pressure is applied to the skin over an excessive period. In the nursing home context, bedsores are often present when nursing staff fails to move or reposition a resident who has limited mobility. Where do bedsores form? Bedsores can appear on any part of the body that is subjected to this excessive pressure. However, they are most commonly found on the followi ..read more

In Florida, drivers share the road every day with irresponsible drivers who tailgate, make frequent lane changes, speed, or engage in other reckless driving behaviors. Accidents that result from such driving habits can range from fender benders to cataclysmic injury or death. Although it may appear obvious that the other driver’s habits or traffic violations caused the accident, it is not so easy to prove that their actions make them liable in a personal injury suit. For Miami residents who have suffered injury or loss due to another driver’s negligent behavior, it is important to know where t ..read more