Although most tend to think of New Year’s Eve as the most dangerous for holiday travelers, the truth is Thanksgiving is typically far more perilous. Hundreds of people a year are killed in crashes during the...
Challenges of Catastrophic Injury Lawsuits in Florida
November 22, 2019
A $14.4 million verdict awarded in a catastrophic injury lawsuit was recently overturned by Florida’s 2nd District Court of Appeal, citing the binding settlement agreement plaintiff’s father had entered prior to...
“Can I Sue for Midwife Malpractice in Florida?”
November 16, 2019
GateHouse Media recently reported on the trend of more expectant mothers deciding to give birth outside of a hospital, with labor and delivery overseen with a midwife or doula. Many mothers who choose this route say it is a...
Enforceability of Florida Liability Waiver a Likely Issue in Child Zipline Injury Lawsuit
November 6, 2019
A 10-year-old boy suffered a serious brain injury, punctured lung and broken ribs after falling off a zipline attraction at a Florida trampoline park. The Tampa Bay Times reported at least three park employees failed to check
Vape Companies Brace for Wave of Florida Product Liability Lawsuits Over Lung Illnesses, Burn Injuries
October 26, 2019
Vaping has been advertised by manufacturers as a safe alternative to smoking. But there is growing evidence that the devices (also known as e-cigarettes) are not so safe after all. Vaporizers have been linked to a spate of...