Florida personal injury lawyers generally set their own rates, and different lawyers may charge different rates based on their experience, overhead, and other factors. With that said, personal injury lawyers’ contingency fees are capped under the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct. Before you hire a personal injury lawyer to represent […]
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A drug does not necessarily have to be “defective” to warrant legal action. Manufacturers that sell dangerous drugs can also be held liable for negligence and breach of warranty, among other grounds. If you have questions about your legal rights, an experienced dangerous drug lawyer can determine whether you have […]
Patients who have been harmed by defective drugs have clear legal rights. Family members can file defective drug claims in many cases as well. Proving that a drug is defective requires various forms of evidence, including evidence that must typically be obtained through the litigation process. As a result, hiring […]
A Class I recall is the most serious type of recall for medical devices. Medical devices that are subject to Class I recalls may pose risks for serious adverse health consequences or death—and, in some cases, revision surgery or other emergency medical intervention may be necessary. If you have concerns, […]
The companies behind Roblox and Discord are facing lawsuits from parents across the United States. These lawsuits allege that Roblox and Discord enable child exploitation and pose other risks for their young users. If your child has been harmed as a result of using Roblox or Discord, you should talk […]
The federal hours-of-service (HOS) regulations limit the number of hours commercial truck drivers can spend behind the wheel. Unfortunately, violations of these regulations are not uncommon. Regardless of how long a commercial driver has been behind the wheel, if fatigue plays a role in a commercial truck accident, this can […]
Fires are among several potential safety risks associated with various types of defective products. If you or a loved one was badly burned in a fire involving a defective product, you may be entitled to financial compensation under Florida law. Filing a claim starts with hiring an experienced Florida product […]
Even though cars, trucks, and SUVs are getting safer, car accidents are still a leading cause of death in the United States. Lane-keeping assistance and other safety technologies are far from perfect, and driver negligence is still a major concern. When families lose loved ones in fatal accidents, hiring an […]
If you got hit by a driver who was working at the time of the accident, you could have a claim against the driver’s employer. As a general rule, employers can be held liable for their employees’ negligence on the job under Florida law. But, to hold the driver’s employer […]
If you were injured in a car accident on the highway, your legal rights depend on the severity of your injuries, among other factors. If any of your injuries qualify as “significant” or “permanent” under Florida law, you may be entitled to full compensation for your injury-related losses. Determining your […]
