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A List of Resources for Florida Residents

We have all needed a little help from our community whether it is a shoulder to cry on or a place to stay. There are some helpful resources locally that can really take the edge off for those who need it. If you are a victim of domestic violence there are several shelters throughout the ...

Two Fatal Accidents on I-4

In the early hour of Wednesday morning tragedy struck a 21 year old man on I-4 as he was killed upon impact. Thirty year old Nick Nicholas was driving an unknown SUV westbound at about 5 am when he slammed on his brakes causing the victim who drove a Honda Accord to crash into the ...

As Spring Arrives in Florida, So Do Increased Motorcycle Accidents

Now that Spring is finally here, Floridians are enthusiastically packing hooded sweatshirts and long-sleeved T-shirts into the farthest reaches of their closets. The warmer temperatures and sunny skies that we love so well are here to stay, and there’s no better time to enjoy the outdoors! Motorcyclists, in particular, are jumping at the chance to ...

2015 Update on Takata Airbag Recall Lawsuits

A lot has happened in the Takata Airbag Recall since our last update. In early February, lawsuits from around the country were consolidated and brought before a federal judge in Miami. Thus far, 1 in 4 airbag-related injuries and deaths have occurred in Florida, making our state the most affected in the Takata case. The ...

Tragic Lakeland Accident Reminds Us to Take Precautions in Heavy Fog

Last Monday, a 23-year-old mother lost her life in a three-car accident involving a semi-truck in Lakeland. The deceased driver, Kaylie Cadwell of Lakeland, was heading southbound on Combee Road North. She collided with another vehicle, a Chevy Malibu, at the intersection of Combee Road and Old Combee Road when the Malibu unknowingly turned into ...

Death Toll Climbs in GM Ignition Switch Recall

Tomorrow is the last day for victims of the GM ignition switch recall to file claims and seek monetary compensation. Originally, that deadline was December 31st, 2014. However, GM has decided to extend the filing period by one month to ensure that all 2.6 million recall-eligible current GM owners (and 1 million former owners) have ...

Pay Attention to How You Drive Around Semi-Trucks

The Tampa Bay and Central Florida regions are home to dangerous highways filled with a bustling transportation industry. The growing number of semi-trucks on our fast paced roads is good reason for knowledge about critical risk factors. Tractor trailers are an average of 53 feet in length, with 3 major blind spots, and carry loads ...

Consulate Healthcare Centers in Polk County Charged With Neglect

The companies that own and manage Consulate Health Care nursing centers in Lakeland and Winter Haven are finding themselves in hot water. Three wrongful death lawsuits have recently been filed in Circuit Court in Polk County against the companies by a Tampa law firm seeking damages in excess of $15,000. Those lawsuits accuse them of ...

7 Important Steps to Take If You’ve Been in a Car Accident

Being in a car accident can be a very traumatic experience. It is difficult to remember to keep a cool head when you may be in pain, disoriented, or concerned about your passengers. Assuming you are conscious, consider taking these following steps if you find yourself in the unfortunate position of being in a car ...

Update on Takata’s Defective Airbags – Recalls, Recalls Everywhere…

In an earlier blog post, we wrote about the Takata air bag recall, what led to the recall, and what vehicles were affected. In a quick recap: A crash can cause the inflator mechanisms on the airbags to rupture, spraying bits of metal and shrapnel into the faces and chests of drivers and front-seat passengers. ...

Fatal Thanksgiving Accident Reminds Drivers to Use Extra Caution

The holidays are now upon us. Office parties, neighborhood get-togethers, parades, Christmas-lights displays, and holiday sales are all fun events that result in Americans taking to their vehicles with greater frequency than usual. However, in addition to all the fun local events that account for increased car time, long-distance trips account for the bulk of ...

Florida Ranks as Third-Highest State for Pedestrian Fatalities

The State of Florida is appealing for many reasons: no snow or state income tax, plenty of beautiful beaches, Disney World, and at least one decent football team at any given time. As great as Florida, is, however, it does hold an unfortunate designation: it ranks as the fifth-most dangerous state for pedestrians, according to ...

Choosing a Personal Injury Lawyer

Researchers say that every average driver will have one car accident within 17 years which means that in the average American lifetime, one person will experience 3-4 car accidents. There are roughly 10 million accidents each year in the USA ranging from fender benders to pileups, says the National Safety Council. Out of the estimated ...

Transvaginal Mesh Complications and Lawsuits

Transvaginal Mesh has taken the FDA by storm. Since 2005 there has been an average of 500,000 surgeries per year in an effort to solve organ “dropping” along with other natural complications in feminine bodily functions. The first transvaginal mesh was introduced using biological materials from human and bovine tissues in the late 1990’s. The ...

Drug Maker Takeda Receives $9 Billion Verdict for Defective Drug Actos

In April of this year, a federal jury in Lafayette, Louisiana slammed Japanese pharmaceutical company Takeda with a $9 billion punitive damage verdict. Punitive damages, which are designed to deter and punish the Defendant’s conduct, are not awarded in every trial, and differ from compensatory, or actual damages (examples include pain and suffering, mental anguish, ...

Safety Tips for Avoiding Pedestrian Injuries During Halloween

While the week of Halloween is often one of the most exciting weeks for children all over the country, it can unfortunately be one of the most dangerous nights of the year for our most precious assets as well. Traditionally parents have been more concerned, understandably, about the contribution of candy to our country’s obesity ...

Defective Airbags – 4.7 Million Vehicles Affected By Recall

Coming on the heels of the GM ignition switch recall, Monday, NHTSA (The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall notice for defective air bags made by a company called Takata for many different types of vehicles. NHTSA’s warning urged owners of these vehicles equipped with said air bags to take immediate action and ...
Florida’s Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

Florida’s Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

You’re having a good day. Then the worst happens — you’re hurt in an accident through no fault of your own. In an instant, your life is turned upside down. In the aftermath of an accident, you may be wondering whether it’s worth your time to file a legal claim against the at-fault party. It ...

Aviation Accident Wrongful Death Cases

Today, it is said that riding in a car can be even more dangerous than riding in a plane. However, even though this may be true, it can still be scary to think about being so high off the ground and the chances of actually surviving if a plane or helicopter you were riding in ...

Premises Liability at the Hard Rock Live

Last month, a few patrons testing their luck at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino got a little more excitement than they bargained for. Their fun came to a screeching halt as a 15-foot temporary construction wall fell without warning in a corridor area, according to WTSP. Apparently the wall was placed there several ...