What damages are available through a wrongful death claim?
July 11, 2019
What damages are available through a wrongful death claim? Individuals who lose loved ones through accidents and intentional acts of violence often have survivor rights to pursue civil wrongful death claims. In Florida, wrongful death claims must be initiated by the personal representatives of the decedents and on behalf of close relatives of the decedents…
Brain injuries implicated in many wrongful death cases
July 11, 2019
Brain injuries implicated in many wrongful death cases According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are implicated in almost a third of all deaths. Even if a TBI is not immediately fatal, it can certainly be life-altering. Yet, in many cases, such injuries may not present themselves right away…
Can a drug recall help me get compensation?
July 11, 2019
Can a drug recall help me get compensation? Sadly, just because the federal Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, approves a drug for marketing in Florida and other parts of the country, it does not mean that the drug is automatically safe. Lots of people in the Tampa area get sickened or seriously hurt by…
Auto insurance is not for ‘if’ but rather for ‘when’ it happens
July 10, 2019
Auto insurance is not for 'if' but rather for 'when' it happens Do you have auto insurance only because you have to comply with the minimum coverage laws of Florida, or for protection? If you have the minimum required insurance, it is certainly better than having nothing, and it might cover financial losses if you…
Brawls and laws: who is eligible for a patron’s injuries?
July 10, 2019
Brawls and laws: who is eligible for a patron's injuries? Many people may go out for a drink with friends, thinking it is going to be a great, fun night. While standing by the bar waiting to order, when suddenly, a drunken brawl breaks out right nearby. Suddenly, there is nowhere to go, and by…