A published study regarding compensation for accidental injuries in the U.S. shows that one in every six Americans sustains an injury in an accident that results in measurable economic loss. Approximately one-third of those victims suffer a moderate to severe injury that imposes significant costs on them and society. The […]
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According to data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), shifting cargo is a factor in approximately one out of every 20 commercial truck accidents. Other cargo-related issues can cause and contribute to tractor-trailer accidents as well; and, in fact, improperly loaded cargo is one of the primary issues […]
When you file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, it is possible that your case will result in a voluntarily-negotiated settlement, and it is also possible that you will need a Florida personal injury lawyer to take your case to court. However, there is a third possibility as well: Your […]
Nothing about losing a loved one is easy, and there is nothing that anyone can say or do to make your pain go away. There is also no amount of money that can replace what you have lost; and, while your family may be entitled to “just compensation,” the reality […]
Iconic U.S. Supreme Court Justice Left Legacy for Rights of Citizens – Especially Women Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a trailblazer. The second woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court accomplished educational, personal and social feats unprecedented for the times. Ms. Ginsburg, who died Sept. 18, 2020 at age 87, was […]
According to U.S. News & World Report, Florida has the third most motor vehicle fatalities nationwide. Perhaps unsurprisingly, this also means that Florida has some of the most dangerous roads in the county. In fact, as reported by the South Florida Sun Sentinel, “[f]our of the top five deadliest highways […]
“Medical malpractice” occurs when patients are harmed by doctors or some other medical professionals who fail to competently perform their medical duties. Medical malpractice rules, such as those related to notifying the doctor ahead of time and the timing of your lawsuit, vary from state to state. However, there are […]
Suffering through a personal injury can be a distressing experience. Aside from the injury itself, you may be facing medical bills that quickly become very expensive, as well as a loss of income, hospital, doctor visits and other medical appointments to which you may or may not be able to […]
Yes and No, after well over a hundred years there is much work left to be done. The 100-year quest to make the voices of American women heard on Election Day was met with much fanfare in 1920, when Congress finally ratified the 19th Amendment. This year, the centennial of […]
