Personal Injury

According to the Population Reference Bureau, the total number of Americans age 65 or older will more than double by the year 2060. This is due in part to advances in health and extended life expectancy. With this aging population comes evolving needs and added care. As a result, we may need to entrust our loved…

When someone suffers an injury because of the negligence, recklessness or carelessness of another party, the law allows the person to sue the individual or business responsible. Whether arising from a car accident, a fall on someone else’s property or botched surgical procedure, the identity of the person on whose behalf a lawsuit may be…

Cars and other types of private motor vehicles are not the only methods that people use to get around in Florida. Public transportation systems throughout the state provide 270 million trips to riders each year. One of those systems, Hillsborough Area Regional Transit, has 200 buses servicing customers in a 1,000 square mile area including Tampa…

According to the CDC, more than 1.1 million burn injuries occur each year for which people seek medical care. The Fourth of July is the busiest day for emergency responders called upon to treat burns and other injuries related to fireworks. Protecting yourself and members of your family this holiday begins with becoming aware of…

The squeal of brakes, blaring of a horn and a deafening crash – there’s no mistaking the sound and feel of a collision. Even a major car accident is over in a moment, but the effects can linger for a lifetime. Pain and trauma from a single crash can impact every part of your life,…

With summer already here, many people are heading to the gym to stay healthy. As you head to your favorite gym, you may notice some pieces of workout equipment or unsterile areas that pose a danger to you or others. Posting proper warning signs on equipment, maintaining a clean environment, and working to prevent injuries…

Summertime is upon us, which often means fun in the sun! As your family hits the road for their summer vacation, keep in mind that your hotel may not be following all of the necessary safety requirements for their pool area. Non-slip surfaces, safety vacuum release systems and secure fencing are all standards that hotels…

Florida offers the perfect combination of weather and scenic beauty to make it a popular place for local residents and visitors to get out onto the open road on their motorcycles. The popularity of riding on a motorcycle without the obstruction of the steel frame of other types of motor vehicles comes at a high…

Dogs are often called “man’s best friend,” but that doesn’t mean that they are necessarily everyone’s friend. Regardless of size, a dog bite can inflict serious harm and personal distress on both adults and children. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, one out of every five dog bites causes an injury that requires medical…

The alarming number of fatalities and injuries from backover accidents – accidents in which a person is struck by a passenger vehicle traveling in reverse – prompted the federal government to study ways to improve driver visibility. As a result of a study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, regulations were enacted to require car…