Whether you commute through South Florida or travel here for vacation, it won’t take long for you to figure out how terrible the traffic can be. Although the square mileage of Florida falls somewhere in the middle, it has the third highest population of the 50 states. Add to that the constant flow of vacationers, partiers and unpredictable weather patterns, and you have a recipe for danger. It should be no surprise, then, that the streets and highways in Florida are places where your life is literally at risk. In fact, the state consistently ranks high among those with the most traffic fatalit ..read more

Of all the industries impacted by the worldwide pandemic, companies in the business of providing cruise ship travel suffered as much or more than others. Prior to the US outbreak of COVID-19, high-profile media stories documented various problems that included injuries onboard, passengers falling off boats, and outbreaks of other ship-wide gastrointestinal illnesses. In January of 2019, one year before the coronavirus crisis, Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas embarked on the open water, featuring multiple outdoor pools and a zip line exceeding 80 feet. Those amenities would not be used as mu ..read more

Unfortunately, there are dogs in South Florida that are flat-out dangerous. They are so aggressive, unpredictable and powerful that they pose a danger to humans, especially children. Their breeding might be a factor, but poor training, trauma or a mental disorder are also potential reasons a particular dog might be vicious. The county dangerous dog ordinance Miami-Dade County’s dangerous dog ordinance tells us how a dog can be designated as dangerous and the procedures that might lead to the animal’s euthanization. It starts when a dog does one of the following without provocation: Bites, att ..read more

People from all over the country flock to Southern Florida for the winter, for spring break and for other vacations to enjoy the sunshine, beaches and fun. For those who fly or bus into the state, renting a car to get around is a popular and inexpensive option. However, many patrons of car rental companies fail to read the fine print on their rental contract, and thus are unaware of what might happen if they are involved in an accident while on vacation. The Graves Amendment The federal legislature passed a piece of legislation known as the Graves Amendment, which has an effect on the liabilit ..read more

One of the last problems you expect to deal with while having fun while on vacation is a serious injury. When this issue happens, you should take several steps to protect yourself in this confusing and scary circumstance. 1. Focusing on your surroundings can help you According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you should get treatment or medical help as soon as possible even if you are on vacation in another country. Take note of the names of anyone involved and any other important personal information you may need later. Alerting people around the area who may have seen what ..read more

As one of the most populous states in the nation, Florida sees its fair share of horrific car accidents. When one looks at crash statistics, it becomes apparent that some roads are more dangerous than others. This is due to a variety of factors, such as the amount of traffic, weather patterns, dangerous intersections and more. Does your daily commute take you on one of the most dangerous roads statewide? Roads that see the most crashes According to Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Florida saw 341,367 crashes statewide in 2020, 3,323 of which were fatal. 51,529 of thes ..read more

Living in Florida in the winter as a snowbird is a great way to avoid the hardships of winter, like icy roads and shoveling your driveway, but it may come with additional risks. Recently, Florida’s transportation department noticed an increase in car accidents in the winter months. This may be related to the increase in older people coming to stay for the winter. Ways to stay safe on Florida winter roads In just the months of November and December, there is a 5% increase in car accidents in Florida. Between December and January have more accidents than June and July do, calling for more s ..read more

After you suffered your injury, you may have found yourself hiring a lawyer and trying to navigate the complex world of legal affairs for the first time in your life. As such, you may be wondering about the difference between a claim and a lawsuit, particularly as they pertain to your personal injury case. Here’s what you should know about these two phases of the compensation-seeking process. Personal injury claims A personal injury claim is the first phase of the process – and hopefully the last. After your injury, your attorney can file a claim with the responsible party’s insurance company ..read more

Of all the industries impacted by the worldwide pandemic, companies in the business of providing cruise ship travel suffered as much or more than others. Prior to the US outbreak of COVID-19, high-profile media stories documented various problems that included injuries onboard, passengers falling off boats, and outbreaks of other ship-wide gastrointestinal illnesses. In January of 2019, one year before the coronavirus crisis, Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas embarked on the open water, featuring multiple outdoor pools and a zip line exceeding 80 feet. Those amenities would not be used as mu ..read more

Unfortunately, there are dogs in South Florida that are flat-out dangerous. They are so aggressive, unpredictable and powerful that they pose a danger to humans, especially children. Their breeding might be a factor, but poor training, trauma or a mental disorder are also potential reasons a particular dog might be vicious. The county dangerous dog ordinance Miami-Dade County’s dangerous dog ordinance tells us how a dog can be designated as dangerous and the procedures that might lead to the animal’s euthanization. It starts when a dog does one of the following without provocation: Bites, atta ..read more