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May 17, 2024

What are the Most Common Types of Medical Errors in Florida?

Medical errors are a significant concern in healthcare, leading to patient harm, extended hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. In Florida, these errors are a critical issue, prompting legal action and policy changes aimed at improving patient safety. Understanding the most common types of medical errors can help patients, families, …

May 17, 2024

Determining Liability for Burn Injuries

Suffering a severe burn is an extremely traumatic experience that can leave both physical and emotional scars. When someone else’s negligence is the cause, burn victims have grounds to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. However, proving liability for burn injuries in these complex cases requires the expertise of …

May 17, 2024

Lawsuit Filed For Local Lumber Company After Contract Breach

Our Mobile Office recently filed a lawsuit on behalf of Swift Lumber against Accelerant Insurance Company et al. due to a bad faith breach of contract. Case Background On June 5, 2023, Swift faced a big loss, including the destruction of 32 Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), damage to a …

May 17, 2024

Sarasota Bicyclist Killed By Hit And Run Driver Early Friday

SARASOTA FL – Florida Highway Patrol is looking for the perpetrator of a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred early Friday morning. The collision took place on Beneva Road at the intersection of Wilkinson Road, as a vehicle described as a silver 2006 – 2010 Ford Fusion sedan, crashed into a …

May 17, 2024

Englewood Man Dies In Crash On Manasota Key Road Thursday Night

ENGLEWOOD FL – Florida Highway Patrol announced that a man has died as a result of a tragic motor vehicle accident Thursday night. The accident began as a 22-year-old man from Englewood was driving a sport utility vehicle that was towing a trailer heading south, south of Manasota Beach Road. …

May 17, 2024

Do You Have a Hoverboard? Be Careful of Its Lithium-Ion Battery

If you have purchased an EVERCROSS EV5 hoverboard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends that you immediately stop using them due to risk of fire. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers …

May 16, 2024

How Long Do You Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Florida?

Medical malpractice can have devastating consequences for patients and their families. When a healthcare professional’s negligence leads to injury or death, the victims are often left facing significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens. Understanding the statute of limitations for filing a medical malpractice claim in Florida is crucial to ensure …

May 16, 2024

Hair Relaxer Clients Share Their Stories on NBC Nightly News

“It made me feel like my womanhood was taken away.” This month, the in-person interview with five of our hair relaxer clients aired nationally on NBC. They shared their heartbreaking stories with the world about the devastating consequences of hair relaxer usage. Decades of Use & Damage Caused Our clients …

May 16, 2024

Bradenton Man Dies In Fatal Crash In Lakewood Ranch On State Road 70 East At 87th Street East

Manatee County, FL – A deadly auto accident occurred late Wednesday night at the intersection of State Road 70 East and 87th Street East. The crash resulted in one fatality and another passenger being seriously injured. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) reported the accident, which took place on May 15, …

May 16, 2024

Statutes of Limitations for Motorcycle Accident Lawsuits In Bradenton

As you ride your motorcycle through the streets of Bradenton, Florida, the sun on your back and the wind in your face, an accident can happen in an instant. You may not realize it yet, but the clock starts ticking as soon as your motorcycle hits the pavement. If you …

May 15, 2024

Can I Sue if My Parent Suffers a Fall in Their Florida Nursing Home?

When we entrust the care of our elderly parents to a nursing home, we expect them to receive the highest standard of care. Unfortunately, falls in nursing homes are a common occurrence and can lead to severe injuries or even death. If your parent has suffered a fall in their …

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