Florida is home to many swimming pools as our weather allows residents to enjoy swimming for greater parts of the year than they would in other states. Unfortunately, the large number of swimming pools in our state also results in a high number of pool-related accidents. Whether a swimming …

One of the most common forms of personal injury after a motorcycle accident is road rash, a colloquial term for the burn injury a motorcyclist sustains after sliding through asphalt in a motorcycle crash. Depending on the severity or degree of road rash involved, you may be able to treat …

One of the most common forms of personal injury after a motorcycle accident is road rash, a colloquial term for the burn injury a motorcyclist sustains after sliding through asphalt in a motorcycle crash. Depending on the severity or degree of road rash involved, you may be able to treat …

Florida is often known for its distinctive characters and peculiar legislation, but perhaps the most eccentric regulations that may give you pause are Florida’s traffic laws. Below are some of the strangest laws in the Sunshine State. No Free Parking, Even for Animals This law is one of the most …

Workplace violence is an ongoing and significant threat in any industry, impacting employees from every background and leading to physical and psychological injuries that lead to lower productivity, absenteeism, and turnover rates. Here we explore different forms of workplace violence as well as steps employers can take to prevent it. …

Heat stress is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by workers being exposed to extreme temperatures in the workplace. Heat stress occurs when workers’ bodies cannot regulate their own temperatures properly, leading them to reach dangerously high levels. Left untreated, this condition may result in exhaustion, heat stroke, or even death; …

Q. If I bring an action without legal or factual justification, I may get sanctioned. Does the same thing apply to Bar Counsel? A. Yes and no.This issue arose recently in a case …

We spend hours a week behind the wheels of our automobiles— and during that time, we are putting ourselves at some risk. Car accidents are so common that it’s likely each one of us will be in at least one […] …

The Haggard Law Firm’s Douglas McCarron has obtained a $3.5 Million settlement involving a drowning at a Florida hotel. Per terms of the settlement, the names of the parties involved are confidential. In the summer of 2018, the victim’s family chose a Resort for summer vacation …

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but our four-legged friends are still animals who bite to defend themselves when they are in stressful situations. According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control, more than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States. Whether you’re bitten …

An individual can sustain serious and life-altering injuries when they slip or fall on another person’s property. These injuries can range from broken bones to head trauma to spinal cord damage. Depending on the circumstances, a property owner may be liable for damages sustained by someone who has fallen …

Slip and fall accidents in the workplace are all too often seen as minor incidents; however, they can actually have severe repercussions that lead to severe injuries or even fatalities. Furthermore, there may be hidden dangers associated with slip and fall incidents that many may not realize exist; we will …