Why You Should Hire an Attorney for Your Legal Matters

2023-07-07T16:24:57-07:00July 7th, 2023|Categories: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Workers' Compensation|Tags: , , , |

The world of law is intricate and multi-layered. Just as you would hire a professional for complex tasks like medical procedures or house construction, it's wise to seek the services of a legal professional when dealing with legal matters. Particularly if these matters fall under personal injury, serious injuries, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, premises liability, criminal defense, real estate, or wills & testaments. But why, you may ask? Let's delve into the reasons.   Personal Injury and Serious Injuries After a car accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury cases, you need a professional to guide you through the maze of insurance companies, legalities, and compensations. Attorneys understand the nuances of personal injury law, can assess the merit of your claim, and advise on the best course of action. By leveraging their [...]

How Are Injuries Handled Legally When They Occur at a Festival or Fair?

2022-08-15T17:54:08-07:00August 15th, 2022|Categories: Personal Injury, Premises Liability|Tags: , , |

After a big lull occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic, live festivals and fairs are back in season, and as the summer continues, the event schedule will be packed. With concertgoers having missed out for almost two years, excitement for upcoming festivals is immense, and organizers will undoubtedly look to impress. If you plan to attend an upcoming festival or fair, you will naturally be looking to enjoy yourself, make memories, and possibly meet new people. Indeed, you will most likely come out of the event with a smile, with no regrets in your mind. Nonetheless, as safe as modern festivals and fairs are advertised to be, there has been a worrying increase in the number of dangerous accidents happening during these events. For instance, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USPC) estimated [...]

What Steps Should You Take if Your Child Gets Hurt at School?

2022-08-02T19:55:48-07:00August 2nd, 2022|Categories: Personal Injury, Premises Liability|Tags: , , |

School is incredibly beneficial to children on both academic and personal fronts. However, it is essential to note that millions of kids get injured in school, sometimes due to their recklessness or that of their friends. It may also occur due to negligence by the teachers or school administration. If your child is involved in an accident at school, you may be liable for compensation, depending on the incident's circumstances. However, personal injury suits involving children are not as easy to win as they appear.  This is mainly because adults may not be present at the accident scene. Moreover, children are generally poor at preserving evidence and may not recall everything that occurred.  All said, it is still possible to have a successful claim. Getting a credible personal injury lawyer is naturally the [...]

Florida Slip-and-Fall Laws

2022-01-19T21:31:29-08:00October 5th, 2021|Categories: Florida Law, Personal Injury, Premises Liability|Tags: , , |

12% of autumn emergency room visits come from slip-and-fall accidents, equal to approximately one million each year. This makes this particular accident a significant cause of injury in all age brackets and has a hospital cost ranging from $30,000 to $40,000. However, is it possible to demand compensation if you ever encounter a slip-and-fall mishap in a commercial establishment – particularly in Florida? While Florida has no “wet floor sign law,” it is still feasible to ask for recompense if the evidence point towards the establishment’s negligence. Here are some of the particulars to consider before hiring a slip and fall injury attorney that will help you with your case.   What is the Florida Slip-and-Fall Law? Slip and fall accidents fall under the Premises Liability law. This law states that a property owner, whether a [...]

Dealing with Premises Liability

2018-08-27T19:39:02-07:00August 27th, 2018|Categories: Premises Liability|Tags: , , , , |

Are you someone that travels a lot? Whether you're on the road frequently for business or just away from home traveling to see the sights or traveling for an entirely different reason, you want to feel safe when you stay somewhere. The last thing that people often think about when they are looking for places to stay is the safety and security of the place. They may be thinking more likely about what type of price they would like for the room or whether they want a suite or just a simple one bedroom. Some people may be worried about the quality of service, or the beds, or even about whether there is a continental or buffet breakfast offered in the morning. The last thing that they are probably thinking about is premise [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Premises Liability

2017-11-07T21:35:43-08:00August 3rd, 2017|Categories: Premises Liability|Tags: , |

Do you need a premises liability attorney? This is one of the many areas when it comes to personal injury lawsuits. These cases can occur when someone gets injured on someone else's premises. It is due to a faulty condition or dangerous part of the property and these suits usually revolve around negligence. The best way to get a good ruling is to prove beyond doubt that the owner of the property ended up being negligent and contributed to the dangerous state of the property. Negligence means that legally the owner did not employ an appropriate or reasonable amount of caution in regards to the property in order to prevent injury from occurring. Getting injured on someone's property is not reason enough to sue. You must also prove that the owner was reckless. [...]

Summer Pool Safety Tips For Adults When It Comes To Children

2017-11-07T22:07:09-08:00July 12th, 2016|Categories: Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Wrongful Death|Tags: , , , |

With summer finally here, it's finally time for summer fun and hijinks. Adults and children get to swim in pools, lakes, and even the ocean! These times can be great for making memories, but they're also a time to remember to focus on safety. Unfortunately, every year in the United States five thousand children aged under 15 are treated for injuries due to the pool or the spa. Additionally, about 400 children under the age of 15 are killed every year by drowning in pools and spas. Over 3 out of 4 of those children were under the age of 5. So while it may be fun to enjoy the pool this summer, keep in mind that there is an element of danger and you need to be ready for it. When someone [...]

How Common Are Amusement Park Accidents?

2017-11-07T22:33:30-08:00July 16th, 2015|Categories: Personal Injury, Premises Liability|

Unlike what some people may like to think amusement park accidents occur at a high frequency than the general public is led to believe. Pleasure rides such as roller coasters, bumper cars or even water slides have been known to trigger serious injuries. This includes riders sustaining bead, back and neck injuries while trying out bumper car rides or been thrashed about while riding roller coasters or spinning rides. Or even cuts, broken limbs and even torn ligaments that arise from the same.  Some serious injuries that result from amusement park rides include stroke that stems from the ligaments found on the neck sustaining massive physical shock. Head injuries from surmounting G-forces or strain exerted on the brain by the extremely fast speeds of these rides. In the extreme scenario, victims can also drown [...]

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