In high temperatures, your body works harder to regulate its internal temperature. Sweating is one of the ways it does this—but when you sweat, you lose not only water but also vital electrolytes. Without frequent hydration, your body’s ability to cool itself diminishes, increasing the risk of heat exhaustion and, …

As temperatures rise, so does the risk for workers exposed to the elements—especially in industries like construction, landscaping, agriculture, and delivery services. In states like Florida, where summer heat and humidity can be relentless, heat-related injuries aren’t just common—they’re a serious and preventable threat. Understanding the Dangers Heatstroke, heat exhaustion, …

Jet skis are a thrilling way to enjoy Florida’s coastlines, lakes, and bays. But when something goes wrong, the consequences can be severe. Jet ski accidents often lead to serious injuries including broken bones, lacerations, concussions, and even drowning. If you or a loved one has been injured while riding …

There’s hot… and then there’s Florida summer hot. While most of us try to stay cool with a cold drink and some shade, some people don’t get that luxury—especially outdoor workers, kids at summer camps, and tenants stuck in sweltering homes. And when those in charge ignore the heat risks? …

Warnken, LLC once again recovered in excess of one million dollars for our injured clients last month. Twenty-seven cases concluded, either permanently, or, in the case of some workers’ comp cases, for now. Of the 27, four cases resulted in recoveries to the injured client in excess of $100,000. Please …

Poolside vibes? Love them.Slippery tiles, faulty drains, or unsupervised kids? Not so much. Florida pools are a staple of summer—but they’re also the site of thousands of preventable injuries each year. When someone drops the ball on safety, the consequences can be devastating… and often, legally actionable. If your pool …

When you visit a store, restaurant, or other public business in Milwaukee, you expect a safe environment. Rarely are visitors at any business on the lookout for dangers like heavy falling items, slippery floors, or uneven surfaces and trip hazards. Unfortunately, though, accidents do happen on business premises every day. …

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The Haggard Law Firm’s Kimberly Wald and Michael Haggard have obtained a $16 Million settlement on behalf of the families of multiple victims who were killed during a targeted shooting at a Jacksonville apartment complex. The legal team included co-counsel Millicent Daniels, Reggie Reeves, and Juan Cordero. Due to the terms of the settlement, the names of the …

PARRISH — A 19-year-old man from Parrish was killed Saturday morning in a tragic pedestrian crash along US-301 (State Road 43), south of Prosperity Lakes Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol reported. The driver of the vehicle, a 31-year-old man from Wimauma, was traveling southbound on US-301 shortly before 9:40 a.m. …

Summer says “get outside.”Your knee says “bad idea.” From jet skis to jungle gyms, Florida is built for outdoor action. But when a weekend activity ends with a trip to the ER instead of the beach bar, you have to ask: Was someone else at fault? If your injury happened …

Summer nights. Fireworks in the sky. Music. Drinks.Then—boom. Someone lights the wrong fuse. A spark hits the wrong person. A firework misfires, and suddenly the celebration turns into chaos. Every year, thousands of people in Florida end up in ERs from fireworks-related injuries—many of them preventable, and many caused by …