There is no question that seatbelts save lives. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that seatbelts have saved more than 370,000 lives over the past 50 years, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) write that, “Among drivers and front-seat passengers, seat belts reduce the risk […]
Car accidents present several injury risks. For individuals who have breast implants, one of these injury risks is the risk of a breast implant rupture. Breast implant ruptures typically require surgery, and this presents its own set of risks for potential complications. Breast implant ruptures can also cause significant pain […]
Car accidents are an everyday occurrence on roads across Florida. Each year, there are hundreds of thousands of crashes statewide, which translates to more than 100 crashes every single day. With the number of car accidents in Florida each year, we can see some trends start to emerge—and studying these […]
When seeking financial compensation after a commercial truck accident, you need to be able to establish a legal basis for liability. In most cases, this legal basis is “negligence.” Under Florida law, negligent parties are liable for the consequences of their mistakes, and victims of negligence can recover full compensation […]
For almost 45 years, the attorneys at Searcy Denney have worked with Florida clients who have suffered an injury. Over the years, we’ve become aware of many misconceptions that may cause victims to feel hesitant about contacting a lawyer. For instance, they may feel skeptical about working with an attorney […]
Getting into an accident can be a shocking incident, especially at first. Dealing with the ramifications of an accident and addressing your injuries can be overwhelming. Nonetheless, know that help is available. In Florida, when an accident occurs causing personal injuries, Florida law allows the injured party to hold the […]
It’s amazing how one small action of someone can lead to a cascade of bigger consequences. One wrong lane change could be the catalyst in a multi-vehicle accident. One slick curve on a rainy day could be the culprit of a newsworthy accident. One car turned left from a shopping […]
“Is this a safe place for me to share?” If you’ve been involved in a legal proceeding, you may have asked a question like this (or at least thought about it). It can feel confusing to know when you can speak openly without fear of your words being used against […]
If any shape of a silver lining comes from the COVID-19 pandemic, perhaps it will be the desperate rallying cry to transform the business of nursing homes before another wave of unnecessary deaths among helpless seniors occurs. It was at the peak of the virus – the Fall of 2020 […]
On March 21, 2022, Pfizer announced a voluntary recall of three of the company’s blood pressure medications. The recall applies to the company’s brand-name blood pressure medication Accuretic (quinapril HCl/hydrochlorothiazide) as well as two generic medications, quinapril with hydrochlorothiazide and quinapril HCl/hydrochlorothiazide. These two generic medications are distributed by a […]
