Category Archives: Personal Injury
Florida Tort Reform Results in Record Case Filings
On March 24, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 837 into law. The bill was created with several goals in mind. The primary aim was to decrease frivolous lawsuits. HB 837 also modifies the bad faith framework. It eliminates one way attorney’s fees and fee multipliers as well as ensures that Florida residents… Read More »
Two Women Arrested For Elder Abuse
The elderly should be respected, but unfortunately, they are often taken advantage of. They may be neglected or abused. In some cases, the elderly victims are seriously injured or killed. Fortunately, a dementia patient was not injured or killed, but she was abused by two staff members at a nursing home. The two women,… Read More »
Sovereign Immunity For Tort Claims Against Government Agencies
When you get injured on someone else’s property, and their negligence led to your injuries, then you can file a personal injury lawsuit against them. However, this law does not apply equally for claims against the government. When you are injured on state or federal government premises or by a government employee, you can… Read More »
Elder Abuse On The Rise Amidst Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has caused a lot of issues in Florida and across the country. People are getting seriously ill and even dying from COVID. Many have lost their jobs. A lot of people are struggling financially. Companies all over are seeing labor shortages and this is having a huge impact on nursing homes…. Read More »
Hurdles In Place As COVID Victims Fight Nursing Homes
Nursing home negligence is nothing new. It’s a tragic issue that’s just as dangerous as abuse. Negligence in a nursing home environment involves the failure to meet a patient’s basic needs, such as food, water, shelter, and essential medical care. Neglect can lead to personal injury, worsened medical condition, and even death. Many nursing… Read More »
Florida Woman Sues Bonefish Grill For Slip And Fall Injuries
When we visit a restaurant, we expect to eat our meal in a safe environment, without any accidents or injuries. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. Restaurant employees carry food and beverages to customers located all over the facility. This can lead to spilled liquids, debris, and other hazards that can cause a customer… Read More »
Nursing Home Worker Arrested, Jailed For Elder Abuse
What will you do when your parents become seriously ill and can no longer care for themselves? Will you try to care for them yourself or will you place them in a nursing home? Many people reluctantly choose to put their loved ones in a nursing home. Many people mistakenly assume that all nursing… Read More »
Distracted Driving Accidents In Florida
We lead busy lives and this often means we have to multitask. We may multitask at home, talking on the phone while cooking or cleaning the house. Many of us multitask at the office, working on multiple documents or dealing with several customers at once. However, you should never multitask while driving. Many people… Read More »
Abuse And Neglect In Florida Nursing Homes
Many people plan to spend their retirement in Florida. After all, it is the Sunshine State, the home of gorgeous weather and beaches. It’s a paradise for many. Florida tops the list in terms of elderly people, with 4.5 million in the state. These people need good quality care and that’s hard to find… Read More »
