Orlando Personal Injury And Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Common delayed symptoms after car accidents
If you have been in an automobile accident, there may be obvious signs that you have an injury, such as lacerations and other external injuries. But what about injuries that are not immediately obvious? In an automobile accident, the victims can experience shock or a...
How to safely use a ladder on a construction site
Using a ladder on a construction site is second nature for many people, such as roofers and painters. However, just because you’re used to using a ladder doesn’t mean you can take risks with your safety. There are several tips you can follow to ensure your safety...
Permanent immobility and motorcycle collisions
Those involved in any type of traffic accident face difficulties in the days and weeks after the crash, such as stress, physical pain, taking time off work and so on. For some people, however, these hardships linger for the rest of their lives. For example, some...
What makes a strong product liability case?
Suffering an injury from a product is something that should never happen. The law protects you should you find yourself with an injury due to something you bought by allowing you to make a product liability claim against the manufacturer. When going to court, though,...
The dangers of motorcycles
Motorcycles may be fun to ride, but getting into an accident with one is no joke. In the majority of crashes, there are severe injuries and often death. The causes of accidents are often rider error or the behaviors of other motorists. According to the Insurance...
Serious injuries people can suffer in a slip-and-fall incident
Florida is a relatively wet state, and the Orlando region is no exception. In any given year, the Orlando area averages substantially more rainfall than the average U.S. city. All of that precipitation can lead to wet floors and an increased risk for a slip-and-fall...
What to do after an accident with an uninsured driver
Despite the fact that it’s illegal to operate a motor vehicle in Florida without insurance, many drivers take the risk. You don’t want to be part of a motor vehicle accident, but if you are it’s much easier if the individual who caused it has insurance. Unfortunately,...
How long may an injured employee collect workers’ compensation?
Floridians who suffer injuries requiring time off from work as the result of a workplace accident may file a claim for workers' compensation benefits. The length of time in which an injured employee may receive benefits is up to two years for a temporary disability. ...
Four family members killed in Kissimmee collision
The use of the word "accident" to describe collisions between cars in Orlando is widely accepted due to the fact that most such incidents are unintentional. Yet at the same time, it can also be misleading given that few (if any) are not the direct result of another's...
What are the most common causes of theme park injuries?
When you decide to spend the day at a theme park, it’s safe to assume that you’re looking to have the time of your life. The last thing on your mind is an accident that results in injury, but this could happen when you least expect it. Understanding the most common...
