Traumatic brain injuries often have life-changing consequences. A wide array of problems can develop from a TBI. Promptly identifying one allows for timely treatment that can mitigate the fallout. Headaches Persistent and severe headaches are common signs of a brain...
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What happens if an out-of-state tourist causes your accident?
Following a motor vehicle accident, the legal process to obtain compensation may feel overwhelming. This feeling may become exacerbated if you discover that the person who caused the accident lives in a different state. While different states may have different laws...
Understanding trucking company liability in Florida
When accidents involving commercial trucks occur, the issue of liability becomes a central point of investigation. Understanding the legal framework and factors that determine a trucking company's liability in these accidents is important when seeking compensation....
Can a divorce party help you get your life back?
Divorce is often a painful and emotional process that leaves many people feeling lost, confused and unsure of how to move on. The thought of celebrating something that has caused so much pain may seem unusual or even distasteful to some. However, more and more people...
5 ways insurance companies try to limit your compensation
If you have suffered from a car accident in Florida, you are likely dealing with physical pain, emotional distress and financial burdens. While the insurance company should ideally support you during this challenging time, it is important to understand that they are...
Pedestrian injuries surge in Florida
Walking down the streets of Florida, you might feel the warm breeze, the scorching sun and unfortunately, an increasing sense of danger. It is an unsettling truth that pedestrian injuries are on an upward trajectory in the Sunshine State, making daily commutes...
Proposed rule would require emergency brakes on heavy semis
When cars and commercial trucks collide in Florida, is it typically the people riding in the smaller passenger vehicle who lose their lives or suffer the most severe injuries. Many car-on-truck crashes share similar characteristics, and many result from commercial...
What is dry drowning?
In the quest to understand the many ways bodies react to the world around people, they sometimes encounter terms that are both puzzling and alarming. One such term is "dry drowning." While the name might sound strange, it is a serious condition that requires immediate...
5 essential components for your Florida parenting plan
When going through a divorce or separation in Florida and involving minor children, creating a comprehensive parenting plan becomes a valuable step. A parenting plan serves as a guide for co-parenting and ensures prioritization of the children's best interests. Here...
Child statistics of spinal cord injuries
As a parent, there are likely few feelings as awful as being powerless to help your child. Even when you do everything you can, some situations are beyond your control. In the case of spinal cord injuries, there is often little to do about the permanent ramifications....