Considering the different organizations involved with putting a consumer product on shelves, it can be confusing to know who is liable for defective product injuries in Florida. In short, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers can be held liable for defective product injuries in Florida. If a product has a design flaw,…
While there are legal remedies for victims of medical errors, it is important to understand that you have a considerable burden to enforce your rights. To prove medical malpractice under Florida law, you must show that a healthcare provider breached the standard of care, directly causing injury. Key steps include…
Being involved in a traffic crash is horrific, but the implications are often more devastating in a DUI collision. The extreme losses often lead victims to seek compensation through different legal remedies, so there are a few details that are crucially important if you were hurt or lost a loved…
The Icon of the Seas Water Slide Incident On August 7th, 2025, a Royal Caribbean passenger suffered injuries when a piece of acrylic glass panel on the “Frightening Bolt” shattered. There are mixed accounts about whether the passenger actually fell out of the slide or was lacerated. One recent video…
Yes, not wearing a helmet can affect your Miami motorcycle accident case by reducing your compensation. Florida follows comparative negligence, meaning insurers may argue your injuries were preventable. However, you can still recover damages if another party was at fault. Many riders choose to wear a helmet for safety reasons,…
After being injured in a violent attack, victims get some closure knowing that criminal laws are tough on offenders. Florida criminal statutes classify most violent crimes as felonies, leading to lengthy prison sentences, hefty fines, and serious legal consequences. However, many crime victims don’t realize they have another legal remedy…
If you or a loved one was recently hurt in an accident, one critical issue is the time restrictions imposed by law. In Florida, the personal injury statute of limitations governs how long you have to file a lawsuit, and it applies to most accident cases. Missing the deadline can…
Car accident rates in South Florida are so high that it’s likely you or someone you know has been involved in one. According to the statistics from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are almost 125,000 total crashes in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties…
Fatal accidents are devastating for survivors, so it is a relief to know that you have rights. Under the Florida wrongful death statute, certain individuals can recover compensation for the losses they sustain. The deceased person’s representative can file a wrongful death case on behalf of the surviving spouse, children,…
Burns from flames, explosions, chemicals, and other accidents cause significant agony and pain for victims, who often endure extended periods of recovery and life-long scarring. The American Burn Association reports that almost 30,000 people are admitted to the hospital every year for burns, and hundreds of thousands more are treated…