In the United States, drunk driving is one of the most preventable causes of death. It makes little sense to get behind the wheel after drinking, especially with popular rideshares like Uber and Lyft readily available. The following are some alarming statistics on drunk driving around the country. Nearly 30 people die in drunk-driving crashes […]
When Tony Valdes was four months old, he was misdiagnosed as a hermaphrodite by a doctor, who, during an operation for a hernia repair, sewed his testicles into his abdomen and recommended that his penis be amputated. Luckily for Tony, his mother decided not to be so quick about the amputation. When Tony was two […]
Riding a bike is a fun way to spend time with friends and family while also getting some exercise in the warm Florida sunshine. However, bicyclists continue to be one of the most vulnerable road users in South Florida. When an individual is involved in a Florida bike accident, the injuries sustained may be deadly. […]
Many times, a lawyer or legal firm possesses the necessary abilities or expertise to handle a matter, but they are unable to do so due to conflict. Other times, a case may be above a lawyer’s specific skill or comfort level, but the lawyer still wants to provide exceptional service to their client. Whatever the […]
Accidents may happen in a flash, and when they do, they can be terribly catastrophic for all involved. Surviving family members are left grieving one of the saddest types of losses after a deadly accident. Aside from the pain that loved ones experience during this time, they are also left with costs associated with their […]
Jeffrey Walter Klee went missing just weeks after graduating from high school in 1977. His remains were recovered in a van at the bottom of a canal in Coral Springs more than three decades later. Law enforcement secured a confession from Klee’s killer shortly after, but the statute of limitations in Florida barred Klee’s family […]
Spring is almost here. As the weather warms up, and more and more people flock for water, so do the risks of swimming and diving accidents. Unforeseen swimming pool accidents are large contributors to water-related personal injury claims in Florida. If you own a pool, here are a few tips to make your pool is […]
Wrongful death can be considered the act of one person losing their life from another’s accidental or intentional, most often negligent, actions. The law in Florida explicitly states wrongful death can be classified as death by a “wrongful act, negligence, default, or breach of contract or warranty.” Most often, these devastating circumstances occur because of […]
When you think of a private investigator, your first thought may be other crimes and personal matters such as a spouse’s double life. However, private investigators are known for being hired by insurance agencies following an auto accident. Is this legal? Insurance companies can use various methods to delay or deny claims against them, private […]
Distracted driving occurs when a driver engages in another activity other than driving, taking attention off the road and increasing the risk of accidents. Every day, auto accidents occur because of distracted driving, resulting in serious injury and even death. While there are common reasons for distracted driving, such as texting, there are many activities […]