Orlando Personal Injury And Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
What are hazards HVAC workers may encounter?
Thanks to air conditioning, Florida residents can get away from the heat during the warm months and enjoy a cool breeze indoors. This makes your job as a heating, ventilation and air conditioning service worker an important one for many in the Sunshine State. But like...
Mistakes to avoid when driving close to commercial trucks
The mistakes people make at the wheel can sometimes have very negative consequences. The faster you drive and the bigger the other vehicle involved, the greater the potential damages you can suffer for what seems like a negligible oversight. Big commercial trucks, in...
Pedestrians, stay safe in Orlando
Whether you are planning an unforgettable resort vacation in Orlando or you are lucky enough to live here all year, pedestrian safety should be a primary concern for residents and tourists alike. According to the 2019 Dangerous by Design report from Smart Growth...
How to value injuries after a catastrophic car accident
If you’re injured in any type of motor vehicle accident, the first thing you should do is receive medical treatment. Not only does this help stabilize your injuries, but it can also increase the likelihood of making a full (or near full) recovery. Once you understand...
Motorcycle passengers suffer more head injuries than drivers
Motorcycles offer little protection to those who ride them, so you assume inherent risk anytime you use one. It may surprise you to know that your risk of suffering a serious and debilitating head injury is higher when you ride on the back of the bike, rather than...
Is it workers’ compensation or a lawsuit?
Employers are usually protected from employee lawsuits provided they have a workers' compensation system in place. That way, if accidental injury occurs, you work with an administrative process as opposed to going through civil claims court. But this is not always the...
Pedestrian detection systems not always effective
Over the last decade or so, the United States has experienced an increase in pedestrian deaths. A report by The Verge indicates that 2018 was the deadliest year on record for foot traffic across the country in almost three decades according to data from the Governors...
How your husband’s motorcycle crash and brain injury affect you
Maybe your husband already had a motorcycle when you first met him, and part of the reason you fell in love with him was his sense of adventure. Perhaps getting a motorcycle was a way for your husband to celebrate a promotion at work or achieving other major...
Three tips for documenting an auto accident in Florida
With millions of Florida residents sharing the roads, even the most careful driver may find themselves in an accident. From distracted motorists or unexpected road hazards to reckless or impaired individuals, too much can go wrong, and a mistake that takes a...
Road deaths rise during “100 Deadliest Days”
When Florida schools let out each summer, the state sees an influx of teen drivers taking to the roadways, and this presents new dangers to everyone traveling them. The summer months when most teens are home have become so dangerous and deadly for driving that they...
