Category Archives: Personal Injury
Keeping Teen Drivers Safe
The tragic death of a Jennings teen in a single vehicle crash in July 2021 is another reminder of how frightening it is for many parents to watch a teen head out the door with car keys in hand. For parents the worry never ends. Perhaps the best way to deal with it is… Read More »
Why Hire A Personal Injury Attorney? When Insurance Companies Resist Paying
If you’ve been injured in an accident due to the negligence or recklessness of another person, you are entitled to compensation to address your medical issues, as well as potentially the emotional duress. Whether it’s a car accident, dog bite, fall, or some other type of accident, if someone else is culpable, you can… Read More »
Injuries Related To Hazardous Materials
There are more hazardous materials in the workplace than many people realize—and the government has strict standards as to how those materials are to be stored and used, as well as what emergency preparedness steps must be taken. Nonetheless, workers sometimes experience exposure to these materials, sometimes as a result of an employer’s negligence. … Read More »
Boating Accidents In Florida
Being out on the water is generally a much-anticipated recreational activity for many Floridians. Whether it’s a canoe or motorboat, a kayak or rowboat, Floridians can’t seem to get enough of the sunshine and fun. But when water sports lead to injuries or death, the heartbreak cannot be overstated. If you or a loved… Read More »
Florida Motorcycle Accidents
It was a bad collision on County Road 125. As a pickup navigated a left turn onto Sutton Trail, it smashed into an unhelmeted motorcyclist, killing him on the scene. Who’d have guessed the April 2021 day would have ended that way? Sadly, this was one of many serious collisions that involve motorcycles here… Read More »
OSHA Finds Workplace Hazards
State and Federal laws are designed to ensure the safety of workers, regardless of the type of work required. When employers fail to adhere to specified guidelines, companies may face huge penalties. No penalty, however, compares to the harm that comes to unprotected employees. If you have suffered a workplace accident due to negligence… Read More »
Intersection Crashes Can Be Deadly
The transience of life was clearly illuminated in March 2021, as five more lives were lost in a tragic intersection collision. Surely, no one could have anticipated that three youngsters and two adults would not make it home one Spring evening, yet that is precisely the outcome suffered after a sedan making a left-hand… Read More »
Electric Scooter Accidents on the Rise
Electric scooters are all the rage these days, serving as a cheap, convenient way to maneuver through the streets of Florida. Besides their convenience, scooter riders are enamored with the eco-friendly fun of the commute. Unfortunately, the joy of the ride diminishes quickly when accidents occur. A Popular Ride Here in the Sunshine State,… Read More »
Facing Hurricane Season
As America watched the devastation of Hurricane Laura as it slashed through the Gulf Coast, we winced at the powerlessness of man against nature. No matter how much preparation cities and states put in beforehand, it is often no match for the 150 m.p.h. winds and torrential rainfall, let alone the storm surge from… Read More »
Can You Sue Your Employer Over a Construction Site Injury?
Workers in the construction industry face a slew of hazards that are simply inherent to the work. Heavy machinery, sharp objects, and multiple levels naturally expose employees to potential injuries more often than, say, the types of injuries an office worker may be exposed to. In fact, 20 percent of all workplace fatalities across… Read More »
