Damage to the spinal cord is one of the most devastating personal injuries someone can suffer. When the damage occurs in adults older than 25, they often face yearly costs ranging from about $350,000 to more than one million dollars. Lifetime costs for adults with...
Childhood injuries stemming from a fall, car crash or another trauma can be even more expensive than similar injuries in adults. Children need specialized health care, which often comes with an extra cost. As if that weren't bad enough, a child's injury in a traumatic...
If you have been hurt for any reason, it is important to have an experienced Florida legal professional representing your interests. This is partially because the other parties in your case will likely have legal counsel representing their interests as well....
Distracted driving has become increasingly prevalent in Florida and throughout the country. As a general rule, anything that takes your focus off of the road can be classified as a distraction. Let's look at some of the dangers associated with driving while eating,...
Spinal cord injuries most often occur due to trauma, such as in a car accident or a fall from a height. Unfortunately, not every Florida resident who suffers such an injury recovers from it. Receiving a diagnosis of permanent paralysis causes a variety of emotions and...
Remember the story of the woman in the early 1990s who spilled coffee on herself and won half a million dollars from McDonald's in a personal injury lawsuit? The account draws strong emotions from people and is often blamed for the start a "sue happy" America. How...
With Halloween behind us, thoughts are turning to the upcoming holiday season - which often includes travel for family vacations or visits with loved ones.With extra traffic on the roads and the possibility of dangerous weather at your destination, it's important that...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) have gotten a lot of attention publicly lately, due to issues that athletes and other public figures have suffered. But did you know that sports are actually a fairly uncommon way to get a TBI, and that falls and motor vehicle accidents...
Learn about cyclists' rights and responsibilities.Florida's temperate climate is one the best things about living here. While people across the country are bringing out their winter coats, we still have months of outdoor fun ahead. Cycling is a common activity...
Don't compromise your recovery. Take steps to protect yourself right away.A car accident is always a serious matter, whether you are seriously injured or just shaken up with some damage to your car. Certain errors in the aftermath of a crash can have serious...
