6 billion prescriptions were written in 2021. Prescriptions are a fact of life, with the vast majority working perfectly. But, sometimes, a doctor or hospital makes negligent mistakes, and the consequences can be dire. What are negligent prescriptions, how do they occur, and what are the potential consequences for patients?...
Had An Accident In An Uber Or Lyft? What Are Your Rights, What To Do And Not To Do
There were 1,425 ride-share accidents in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe Counties in 2022, resulting in 441 injuries and 2 fatalities. If you've been injured, you need to have your medical bills, lost wages, and out-of-pocket expenses paid but who exactly pays you? It's not so simple. Here’s a short FAQ...
Navigating Nursing Home Laws: What Are Your Rights and Recourse if You Suspect Negligence or Abuse?
There were approx. 67,000 people living in licensed nursing homes in Florida in 2022. Most provide the level of care that we all want for our loved ones. Most, but not all. NURSING HOME RESPONSIBILITIES, PATIENTS' RIGHTS AND RECOURSE: Licensed Nursing homes are regulated by the AHCA (Agency for Health...
Motorcycle Accidents: The Hidden Injuries That Can Be The Most Dangerous*
*And what you should never do immediately after a motorcycle or auto accident. In the past five years, only about 2% of all Florida traffic crashes involved a motorcycle. Yet the injuries both obvious and 'hidden' from motorcycle accidents can be among the most severe. Motorcycle accidents can result in...
Hiring a Florida Workers Comp Attorney: Is It Really Worth It?
You got hurt at work. Sometimes it's a singular injury, sometimes it comes from months/years of repetitive work. Now you need medical attention. There's that ubiquitous poster in the breakroom spelling out your rights but is it really as easy as it sounds? Maybe. But maybe not. And everyone offers...
HAD AN ACCIDENT? KNOW THE WHY, HOW AND HOW BEFORE HIRING AN ATTORNEY
With billboard ads on every Florida road and TV ads running every 10 minutes, figuring out if you need an accident lawyer, finding the right one, and figuring out how much it will cost can be purr-fectly confusing. After 40 years and thousands of clients, we've tried to answer these...
5 DOS AND DON’TS IF YOU’RE IN AN ACCIDENT IN FLORIDA
May 20th is Bike to Work Day in the USA. Fresh air, great exercise ..fantastic idea..until you are sideswiped and wind up in the ER or out of work for a few weeks. Not surprisingly: according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department, there are an average of...
Four Important Reasons Why You Need a Florida Personal Injury Lawyer
You are driving your SUV on Fleming Street in Key West, Florida when a sedan being operated by a texting teenager smashes into your vehicle. The distracted teen was speeding, so the impact was quite severe, resulting in extensive damage to you and your vehicle. In fact, you had to...
Understanding Premises Liability in Florida
Imagine the following scenario: You walk into a store, a shopping mall, or some other business establishment. Suddenly, you slip on a substance and fall to the ground, suffering a serious back or hip injury. Unfortunately, this type of incident is quite common and can result in significant harm. This...
What To Do If Hurt in a Serious Motorcycle Accident
Getting injured in a motorcycle accident can be a devastating, life-altering event. In many cases, when a motorcyclist is hit by a car, truck, or SUV, the person on the motorcycle takes the brunt of the damage. This often results in serious injuries like broken bones, lost limbs, spinal cord...