The minutes that follow an auto accident can be an adrenaline rush. You might be stunned, frightened or even injured. In this video blog, Marcus Fernandez, from Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, P.A. covers some of…
One of the first questions lawyers hear from people who have been injured in an accident in Florida is, "Do I have a car accident case?" The way the response is worded might differ, but…
Liability and responsible parties can differ when you are involved in a car accident with a teen driver in Tampa. Learn who is liable in an auto accident involving a teenage driver and how you…
Slavery exists and Florida is attempting to do something to end it. A bill pending in the state legislature would grant victims of human trafficking the right to file a civil lawsuit for damages against anyone benefiting…
When your teen driver first gets behind the wheel, it can be nerve-wracking. Today's teens face a number of in-vehicle distractions. When combined with a feeling of over-confidence, the results can be deadly.Kinney, Fernandez &…
National Burn Awareness Week offers an opportunity to take a look at the cause of more than 486,000 people seeking medical treatment last year. Injuries associated with burns can be devastating. The physical and psychological…
Car accidents happen more frequently than most people would like to imagine. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, more than 374,000 accidents occur on the state's roads each year. Of…
New Year's Eve is a when family and friends get together for a celebration. If the celebration is at your home this year, your first priority when planning it must be to ensure the safety…
It is a relatively common occurrence to see someone in a store or a restaurant slip and fall. These accidents usually leave the victim slightly bruised and very embarrassed but otherwise unharmed. According to data…
Knowing whether you could be held liable for someone's injuries is usually pretty easy. Driving while distracted and not watching the road are pretty obvious examples of liability. Allowing your dog to roam the neighborhood,…
Many of us remember the excitement and newfound freedom that came with driving our first car. Maybe that’s why as parents we immediately become fearful when our kids begin to drive. Afterall, it wasn’t that…
According to the National Safety Council, traffic accidents resulting in people injured or killed have increased nationwide. During the first six months of last year, nearly 1,600 people lost their lives in highway accidents in…
It's no secret that alcohol and driving don't mix. Despite decades of education and significant progress in reducing this crime, drunk driving is still a serious issue. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor…
To many, nothing is better than spending a day on Florida's beautiful waterways, or the Gulf of Mexico, on a clear summer day. With water activities at the center of many Floridian lifestyles, boating safety is…
Trampolines have been a common sight in backyards throughout Florida for decades. The risk of suffering a trampoline accident injury has been a concern for as long as the devices have been a part of…
