It can be dangerous to travel on foot in some parts of Florida. Areas with no pedestrian walkways and high-speed limits are best avoided if you don’t have a car. Unfortunately, many people are forced to walk in areas that aren’t very pedestrian-friendly. The...
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Classifying Types of Brain Injuries in Florida
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, can be serious and even life-threatening for Florida residents. Because TBI is used as an umbrella term to refer to anyone who's had a substantial head injury, someone suffering from a TBI might have had a mild injury or more severe...
How Can You Prove You’ve Lost Wages after a Car Accident?
Car accidents occur all the time in Florida. If you have been injured in a crash, you may be out of work and suffer lost wages for a period of time. While recovering from catastrophic injuries, you will have to prove lost wages as a result of your vehicle accident....
The Role of Fatigue in Truck Accidents
Large truck accidents are a big threat on America's roads. Because of their size and weight, commercial trucks can do serious damage to passenger vehicles. Drivers in Florida should know that truck accidents are on the rise. There are a number of reasons for this....
Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries
A spinal cord injury refers to an injury to any part of the spinal cord or the nerves surrounding it. These damages result in permanent changes in body functions, feel, and body strength in most cases. If you are a victim of spinal cord injuries in Florida, the...
The Types of Damages to Seek in a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida
Any person can be held liable for the death of another person in a civil court. A murderer can be convicted and sentenced to a prison sentence and sued in a civil lawsuit. The victim of a negligent driver or product manufacturer can sue for wrongful death and force...
What Are the Top Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
Many people who drive a motorcycle love the freedom it gives them. With that said, there are also several major reasons why driving a motorcycle in Florida can be dangerous. Here's more information about four common causes of motorcycle accidents and how to avoid...
Racial disparities can affect outcomes for brain injury patients
Brain injuries can be devastating for anyone in Florida who experiences this type of complex harm. Traumatic brain injuries not only involve significant recovery time but may also lead to substantial changes in your ongoing quality of life and significant risks for...
Contributing Factors That Enhance Death Risk of TBIs
There is a recognizable disparity in the death rate among people who suffer a traumatic brain injury in Florida and elsewhere in the United States. There are a number of reasons why some traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, prove fatal and others do not. One factor is...
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
When a loved one dies due to somebody else's actions, it can be a tough pill to swallow. Fortunately, Florida allows close family members to file a wrongful death lawsuit against those who are liable for their loved one's death. If you've lost a loved one because of...