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Dog Bite Lawsuits in Florida: How To Prove Owner Liability

The American Veterinary Medical Association reports that the US has approximately 85 million dogs. However,  millions of people suffer from dog bite injuries yearly.  In 2021, dog-related injuries cost insurers an estimated $882 million in liability claims. More than 600 Floridians are hospitalized yearly due to dog attacks.  Dog bite victims may recover compensation for […]

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How To Maximize a Settlement for Whiplash Injuries

Hillsboro resident Jacob Whitmore allegedly hit motorcycle rider Blake Ball from behind, causing the latter to suffer whiplash injuries. According to the probable-cause statement, the victim’s Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 incurred damages totaling $7,800. The settlement for whiplash injuries may cover costs for vehicle repair, the victim’s hospitalization, and therapy.  Ball’s case is a common incident

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Determining Who Is At Fault in an 18-Wheeler Accident Lawsuit

Truck crashes remain a hazard on American roads, affecting motorists and pedestrians alike. In 2020, large truck accidents injured 99,500 pedestrians in the US. Usually, victims of truck accidents suffer serious injuries like spinal cord and brain injuries, broken bones, etc. Accidents involving large trucks also often result in death. According to the National Safety

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What Happens After a Multi-Vehicle Accident: Know Your Rights

Multiple vehicle accidents happen when more than one motorcycle, truck, or car is involved in a collision. These crashes are more likely to happen on highways since hundreds of motor vehicles run side-by-side at high speed. In this scenario, it’s common for other drivers to run into an accident and collide with other vehicles in

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Can You File a Lawsuit If You Are a Seacor Accident Victim?

Seacor Marine extols its commitment to prioritize the safety of all personnel and colleagues. Despite this, the company faced various lawsuits after a tragic maritime incident. One of its vessels, the Seacor Power liftboat, capsized near the coast of Louisiana on April 13, 2021.  The incident happened about two hours after leaving the coast of

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Negligence Accidents in Fort Myers: What You Need To Know

Most people consider Florida one of the most favorable states to live in and visit. But the congested roadways and negligent drivers in many areas put road users at risk for accidents. Florida had the fifth-highest traffic fatality rate throughout the US in 2022.  Although the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is doing its best to

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Who Pays for Car Damages in a No-Fault State?

Data from the NHTSA revealed approximately 3.6 million auto accidents resulted in property damage in 2020. It is significantly less than in 2019, which logged more than 4.8 million crashes that resulted in property damage. The steep decline in traffic accidents in the US perhaps traces back to the lockdowns associated with COVID-19. Nevertheless, there

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Common Situations Wherein a Healthcare Provider Breaches Standard of Care

Image by Zach Vessels on Unsplash Medical negligence, a leading cause of death in the US, is when healthcare professionals breach the standard of care. About half of the medical negligence cases worldwide are caused by medication errors, with 25% leading to severe consequences.  Whether by omission or commission, other scenarios can also involve medical

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Things You Need to Know When Involved in a Car Accident in Austin, Texas

In 2021, the Austin Police Department (APD) documented 120 fatalities due to road crashes. That is more than the 94 incidents in 2020 and 88 in 2019. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recorded 12,433 vehicle crashes in 2021. According to the Austin Fire Department, a 10-vehicle crash in South Austin resulted in one fatality.

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