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Featured Blog Posts
Personal Injury
- What Types of Lawyers Are the Highest Paid?
- How Long Does It Take to Get A Personal Injury Settlement Check in South Florida?
Medical Malpractice
- Finding the Best Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Florida
- Is a Misdiagnosis Considered Malpractice?
- IV Infiltration Injury – Symptoms of Nerve Damage From An IV
- Florida Medical Malpractice Pre-Suit Requirements
- How to Find Out if Your Doctor Has a History of Medical Malpractice Claims in Florida
Car Accidents
- Is it Worth Suing an Uninsured Driver?
- Uber & Lyft Driver Requirements in Florida
- Traffic and Red Light Cameras in Boca Raton, FL
Latest Blog Posts
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The Mirena Crash Is Real, and Itās Affecting Countless Women
If you or someone you love has relied on an intrauterine device (IUD), you may have heard of the Mirena crash, which can occur after a doctor removes a Mirena IUD. This side effect can result in various mental and physical symptoms that can interfere with a personās life. You may be legally owed compensation…
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Understanding Assumption of Risk
The assumption of risk is a legal doctrine used as an affirmative defense in personal injury cases. With assumption of risk, the defense tries to escape liability by shifting some or all of the blame for the injury onto the victim. However, the assumption of risk is not a complete bar to liability for a…
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Car Accidents Caused by Brake Checking in Florida
Tailgating is annoying and dangerous. Rear-end collisions remain the most common type of collision, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). And many of these rear-end crashes result from following too closely, also called tailgating. Most traffic safety experts recommend allowing tailgaters to pass. They usually have nothing personal against you. Once you…
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Who Is At Fault in a T-Bone Car Accident in Florida?
T-bone accidents, also known as side-impact collisions, are some of the most dangerous types of car accidents. They often occur when one vehicle runs a red light or stop sign and crashes into another vehicle traveling straight through an intersection. Knowing what to look for when determining fault is important, as you could be entitled…
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How Common Are Car Accidents Due To Eating While Driving in Fort Lauderdale?
When it comes to negligent behaviors behind the wheel, distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents. Generally, most people associate distracted driving with cell phone use, changing the radio, or even using a navigation system. However, you may be surprised to learn that eating is one of the most dangerous activities behind the…
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What Happens When an Unlicensed Driver in Fort Lauderdale Causes a Car Accident?
When an unlicensed driver causes a car accident, the fact that the driver is unlicensed is irrelevant to the issue of fault. The reasoning that āIt was the unlicensed driverās fault because they wouldnāt have been on the road in the first place if they had been obeying the lawā doesnāt float. Nevertheless, the absence…
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Does My Car Need To Go to a Specific Shop for Repairs After an Accident in Fort Lauderdale?
Traffic accidents are common in Fort Lauderdale, especially during peak tourist season and rush hour traffic. Repairing damage to a vehicle can be a hassle. However, insurance may cover the cost of the repairs. Even if an insurance company pays to repair your vehicle after an accident, you can choose any repair shop to perform…
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What Is the Difference Between Bodily Injury and Personal Injury?
Bodily injury and personal injury may sound the same. However, these terms have very different meanings when discussing damages in a personal injury claim, such as a car accident claim. Personal injury is any injury sustained because of an accident or other instance. The injury includes damage to a personās physical, mental, or emotional health.…
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Most Common Water Park Accidents in Fort Lauderdale
Warm, sunny Fort Lauderdale is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Florida, and part of the reason is the abundance of family-friendly water parks. Many cities are lucky to boast just one amusement park full of towering water slides, lazy rivers, and splash pads, but Ft. Lauderdale is home to nearly a dozen.…
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Are Backseat Seat Belts Required in Florida?
According to Florida law, seat belts are largely required in the state. However, this requirement varies depending upon whether a person is sitting in the front seat or backseat of the motor vehicle. The age of the passengers also dictates whether seat belt usage is required of them. In this article, we will discuss the…
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The Process of Receiving a Settlement Check in West Palm Beach, FL
After a personal injury or accident, you probably want to receive your settlement check as soon as possible. However, the process of receiving a settlement check in West Palm Beach could take several weeks or months, depending on how long your case takes to resolve. Before you receive your check, your case will need to…
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Should You Call the Cops for a Fender Bender in West Palm Beach?
Everyone is on the go in todayās world, so thereās a good chance you might find yourself in some type of minor fender bender situation. Should you call the police for a fender bender? Itās a reasonable question. Especially if there doesnāt appear to be a lot of car damage and everyone involved seems fine…
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The Most Common Injuries After a Boca Raton Motorcycle CrashĀ
The Sunshine State boasts some of the best riding conditions for motorcycle enthusiasts. In 2022, Florida had upwards of 620,000 registered motorcycles. With many miles of coastline and open roads, itās no surprise that thousands of Florida residents enjoy motorcycles as their preferred transportation choice. Unfortunately, motorcycles are also some of the most dangerous vehicles…
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How Serious Does a Collision Have to Be for Airbags to Deploy?
Airbags have been required safety features in cars since 1998, when the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 went into effect. Since then, not only has the number of cars with airbags increased but so has the average number of airbags in each car. Airbags are designed to deploy in the event of a…
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How Many MPH Can I Go Above the Speed Limit in West Palm Beach?
There is a misconception drivers have about speed limits in West Palm Beach, FL. Many people believe police officers will not stop them if they go less than five to ten miles under the posted speed limit. That is simply not correct. A police officer might issue you a warning for speeding less than 5…
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Are Pool Alarms Effective in Preventing Child Drowning?
Drowning is a leading cause of injury-related death for children. Over one-half of the drowning deaths for children four years old and younger occurred in swimming pools. The most recent data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) states that an average of 389 children younger than 15 years old died yearly in pool…
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How Long Does It Take to Get A Personal Injury Settlement Check in South Florida
A personal injury settlement is a monetary amount that an injured person receives from a party that injured them. This settlement is meant to prevent a lawsuit from going to trial. If you have been injured and filed a personal injury claim, you may be wondering, āHow long after a settlement do I get paid?ā …
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How to Sue a Doctor for Malpractice in Florida
Healthcare providers owe their patients a duty to provide adequate care. If they fail to uphold this duty, Florida law allows injured patients to file a medical malpractice claim to seek compensation for the harm they have suffered. However, suing a doctor for malpractice is a complex process that usually requires the help of an…
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Determining Who May Be at Fault in a Parking Lot Accident in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Parking lot accidents can raise two questions for those involved. Who caused the accident, and who bears liability for the accident? If your car was hit in a parking lot while you were away, you first need to identify who hit your car. And whether your car was occupied or unattended, you must determine whether…
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What Are Some Examples of Patient Neglect in Florida Nursing Homes?
Nursing home neglect and abuse are more common than many families realize. They trust a facility will take care of their loved ones. Unfortunately, that trust is often misplaced. Information from the Department of Justice states that one in ten adults 65 years and older living in a community experience some form of elder abuse…
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