It's not uncommon to see people driving commercial vehicles in Florida. While these large vehicles can transport lots of items, they're also prone to jackknifing. A jackknife is a term used when a truck's cab and trailer fold in on each other, usually in a V- or...
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Year: 2021
Can a slip-and-fall accident cause hearing loss?
When you shop for groceries and other items, you expect the market's floor to be dry and free from debris. That, of course, is not always the case. If store employees do not promptly address the hazard, you may slip and fall. A slip-and-fall accident may leave you...
Construction site injuries that you can avoid
Construction workers are at high risk of many different types of injuries in Florida. Although it's difficult sometimes, you can prevent some of these injuries. In this article, we're going to discuss the most common construction site injuries that you can avoid, and...
Does Amazon have a new product liability policy?
Amazon has apparently shifted its approach to dealing with dangerous items sold on its platform. Recent controversies and legal fights led to Amazon's brand name finding itself in news reports in a less-than-flattering light. A 2020 decision in a California court...
Drowsy truckers a frequent cause of auto accidents
Large trucks are unavoidable on Florida roads. These vehicles are intimidating and travel at significant speeds. When adding in the possibility that drivers are under the influence, distracted and behaving recklessly in general, it increases the chance of a collision....
Wrongful death laws may entitle beneficiaries to damages
Life can end in an instant. Florida residents who are filing a wrongful death claim against the party who is responsible for the fatality may be able to receive damages. However, not all beneficiaries will get the same treatment. Did a loved one lose their life? It...
3 tips for staying safe while bicycling in traffic
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 846 bicyclists perished in vehicular accidents in 2019. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reports that the state alone saw 6,664 bicycle crashes, resulting in 156 bicycle...
Common lifting injuries among construction workers
Construction workers in Florida face many hazards at work every day, and the construction industry has some of the highest rates of accidents and injuries. While falls account for the greatest number of construction site accidents, overexertion injuries from lifting,...
How to handle a hit-and-run car accident
Car accidents can be very unexpected and very inconvenient. This is especially true if you get into a hit-and-run accident, where the culprit drove away right after colliding with you. If you are involved in a hit-and-run accident where the other driver has fled the...
Boating accidents rise sharply
Florida is associated with boating, and the state has the highest amount of accidents in the country. The situation actually got worse during 2020, as many people took to the waterways without anything else to do. More boats on the water meant more accidents. Boating...