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While any injury can be painful and cause inconvenience in your life, there are certain types of injuries that cause greater physical, emotional and financial consequences to accident victims. These are often referred to as catastrophic injuries. If…

Surviving dependents of a worker who passed away due to a work-related injury or illness may be eligible for death benefits through the Florida workers’ compensation system. These benefits can help pay for medical, funeral and burial expenses and provide…

Injuries caused by misdiagnosis are often severe, and when a person has pneumonia, this mistake can cost the patient his or her life. It is the duty of the physician to observe the symptoms and diagnose the condition correctly. If there is negligence…

Florida is considered one of the most dangerous states to drive in, according to an annual report released by the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (AHAS). The report rates all 50 states and the District of Columbia on their progress toward implementing…

Nursing home residents rely on staff members to provide adequate care and attend to their everyday needs, including supplying basic essentials such as food and water. When staff members fail to ensure that the basic needs of residents are being met, they…

Personal injury cases are often settled without ever going to trial. A case is considered settled from the moment your lawyer informs the defense attorney that you accept the settlement offer. However, determining whether or not the money you received…

April 7 to 13 is Dog Bite Prevention Week and focuses on educating people about preventing dog bites. In 2017, approximately 350,000 people were treated at hospital emergency rooms for non-fatal dog bites and injuries. Insurers paid more than $675 million…

Sometimes more than one person is at fault in causing a car accident. If you file a car accident claim in Florida, you can still be awarded damages to compensate you for your injuries, even if you were partially at fault. This is because of this state's…

Healthcare-associated infections are a national patient safety problem. One out of every 25 patients are affected at any given time across the U.S. health care system. These infections cause tens of thousands of deaths each year and yet are often preventable.…

In some industries, workers are exposed to toxic chemicals or substances, often on a daily basis. These toxins can cause serious injuries or even death. Employers have the legal responsibility to ensure that employees have a safe working environment free…