Before handing the car keys over to your teenager, you should know the facts. Auto accidents are the leading cause of death for teens ages 15 to 20. When teen drivers ride with other passengers, their risk of being in a fatal car crash doubles. Overall, teenagers underestimate or are […]
Vehicle owners and drivers who have been hurt in accidents involving defective automobiles that have not been recalled should be aware of their legal rights and options. Legally, some accident victims may be entitled to file a product liability claim, with which a Florida product liability attorney at Searcy Denney […]
Wearing your seatbelt in Florida became a primary offense with The Dori Slosberg and Katie Marchetti Safety Belt Law, effective June 30, 2009. The law requires all drivers, all front-seat passengers, and all passengers under 18 to fasten their safety belts. You don’t want to find yourself involved in a […]
If you’re filing a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, it’s best to become familiar with the various state laws that can play a role in your claim. If you have been hurt in an accident of any type of severity, including truck or boating accidents, contact the Florida personal injury […]
If you are involved in an accident, your situation will likely be one of three common scenarios: First, you might be lucky and emerge without any considerable or even noticeable injuries. Second, you might experience some minor-to-moderate injuries and will need to get checked out at an urgent care center […]
Many times, individuals who have been injured delay seeking legal help, for common reasons such as adhering to their medical plan, overwhelming personal and work schedules, forgetfulness, or even fear of the unknown. However, at some point, you will likely realize that you probably should have contacted a Florida personal […]
The American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (ABPLA) defines “medical malpractice” as when a hospital, doctor, or other health care professional, through a negligent act or omission, causes an injury to a patient. The negligence might be the result of errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare, or health management. If you […]
Fatality and injury data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that methods of functional safety design and testing among America’s automobiles is falling short of protecting the majority of the U.S. driving population: women. The facts and figures paint a perilous picture for female motorists who not […]
A crush injury most commonly occurs when a person, or part of a person’s body, is caught between two large pieces of machinery that are closing mechanically. Such injuries can be fatal. Even when not fatal, it quite often results in debilitating complications. Those who have sustained a crush injury […]
Social media can be lighthearted, funny, informative (e.g., who has the best New York Style Pizza in West Palm Beach?), and just plain fun. It can also be a catalyst for many positive changes; e.g., badly needed fundraisers. Nonetheless, because of the permanent nature of social media, what appears never […]
