In a recent judicial ruling that adds to the growing body of case law affirming the legal acceptance of advanced medical imaging techniques, the court once again endorsed the admissibility of Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) as a credible method for diagnosing traumatic brain injuries. This particular verdict was rendered in …

When an individual executes a Will near the end of their lives, or at a time that they are suffering from emotional or physical trauma, a question may arise whether the decedent had sufficient capacity to execute their Last Will and Testament. As such, it is important to evaluate their …

JOANN, Inc., aka Jo-Ann Stores Holdings Inc. aka JOANN aka Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts, the 80-year-old, Ohio-based, arts-and-crafts operator filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the District of Delaware Bankruptcy Court, docket #24-10418 (CTG) on March 18, 2024. According to The New York Times, the retailer has a deal with its …

It started as an average morning for David Welch. But, the typical day was interrupted by a life-changing phone call. David’s wife, Kimberleigh, was a bus driver for the Mobile County Public School System. Shortly after making her first successful drop-off, she was involved in an accident on Interstate 65 …

In response to scrutiny from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Exactech has recalled hundreds of thousands of defective medical implant devices sold between 2004 and 2021. Despite these recalls—which began in 2021—the FDA sent a Warning Letter to Exactech on March 12, 2024 informing the company that its …

Auto, Trucking and Bus Accidents Automobile, truck, and bus accidents happen every day. But when they happen to you, or to someone you love or care about, they can change lives – often dramatically. Car accidents are often far more complicated than simply figuring who hit whom and who is …

Tractor Trailer Accidents Every day companies across the United States rely on tractor trailers to get their products where they need to go. However, these large heavy trucks have the potential to cause very serious injuries when they are involved in accidents on the roadways. According to the U.S. Department …

When Accidental Drowning Occurs In Florida we are surrounded by water whether it be ocean, lake or pool. As enjoyable as they can be for most of us, pools and natural bodies of water present dangerous opportunities. Unfortunately, drowning accidents occur with regularity. Our experienced attorneys at the Palm Beach, …

“Landmark Court Decision Punishes Texting While Driving” “Landmark Court Decision Punishes Texting While Driving”   While texting and driving in Florida is now illegal, enforcement is problematic. However, civil lawsuits are making real progress at punishing reckless texters.   In a recent landmark decision, the Superior Court of New Jersey …

NTSB Issues Recommendations to Decrease Drunk Driving Accidents The latest report issued by the National Traffic Safety Board states that approximately 10,000 Americans die each year in alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes. In addition, about 173,000 more are injured and about 27,000 of those injuries are disabling. As Florida personal injury …

Texting While Driving Illegal Now In an effort to curb the dangerous but common activity of texting behind the wheel, Governor Rick Scott has signed SB 52 into law. Most states already have laws against texting while driving.   The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) estimates that drivers take …

Death Toll Rising in Keyless Ignition Tragedies as Regulators Idle Palm Beach County is leading the nation for deaths linked to keyless vehicle ignition systems according to a recent article in the Palm Beach Post. To date, five fatalities have been documented in Palm Beach County out of the 14 …