Recent Blog Posts
Group Home Injuries
When your loved one enters a group home, you expect that he or she will receive an appropriate amount of care and support to meet his or her daily needs and long-term goals. Unfortunately, the fulfillment of this expectation often depends on the individual workers and the effort that management puts in to employing… Read More »
The Potential Dangers of a Garbage Truck Accident
Every automobile accident is serious with potentially severe consequences. However, when an accident involves a trash or dump truck, the possibility for severe injury and damage is even more prevalent. A look through the local newspapers demonstrates how often these vehicles are involved in accidents on the Florida roadways. The Augustine Record is reporting… Read More »
Defending a DUI Manslaughter Charge
DUI charges are taken very seriously under Florida law. Depending on the details of your particular incident, a conviction can result in incarceration, high fines and the loss of your driving privileges. When faced with a DUI charge, it is important to secure the services of an experienced attorney to protect your well-being and… Read More »
Statute of Limitations in Florida Medical Malpractice Cases
When faced with a medical emergency, patients trust that their physicians will provide them with superior treatment, making accurate diagnoses and performing with professional expertise. Unfortunately, far too often, this expectation goes unmet, leaving patients with significant pain and injuries. Physician malpractice accounts for a significant portion of personal injury claims. If you suspect… Read More »
The Anatomy of a Vehicle Recall
Vehicle recalls happen so often that many of them barely make the headlines anymore. But these inconvenient incidents should not be ignored for risk of injury or even death to you and your loved ones. CNN Money is reporting about a recent General Motors recall that revolves around an issue that has been plaguing… Read More »
Defending a Pickpocket Charge
As reported by wptv.com, Florida law enforcement agencies are warning residents about the risk of pickpockets when visiting shopping centers and other crowded areas. Though Christmas is over, the malls are still crowded with after-holiday sale seekers. Additionally, upcoming New Year celebrations will bring thousands of people together in single locations to ring in… Read More »
Advocates Seek to Change Nursing Home Arbitration Clauses
Consumer advocates and attorneys are asking Congress to outlaw the use of forced arbitration clauses in nursing home contracts. Two separate groups sent letters to the U.S. Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requesting changes to current regulations that allow nursing homes to force new residents into arbitration agreements. The first group consisted… Read More »
Social Media Pics Result in Felony Charges for Florida Woman
Various news sources are reporting about a Florida woman who found herself facing serious allegations after posting beach photographs on social media. As reported by Reuters, the 20-year-old woman allegedly posted pictures depicting her riding on the back of a sea turtle. The photographs went viral and also caught the attention of Florida officials…. Read More »
Two Florida Women Killed in Wrong Way Accident
Tragedy struck on a Florida highway recently when a driver reportedly struck the vehicle of two South Florida sisters, killing them both. As reported by an NBC News affiliate, the two women were traveling home from a Disney World visit on Interstate 95. A Jeep Cherokee was also traveling down the highway, but in… Read More »
Fraud and Identity Theft Rampant in South Florida
South Florida is known for its beautiful beaches and laid-back lifestyle, but it’s also known for its abundance of fraudulent activity, including tax fraud, false Medicare claims and identity theft. The problem is so pronounced that a recent report by Nerdwallet named the sunshine state first in reported occurrences of identity theft. The Federal… Read More »
