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Nissan Found Liable for Automotive Design Defect
In the summer of 2006, Larry Clanton was driving his Nissan Altima to meet friends at the Jersey Shore. Before he made it to his destination, a 73-pound runaway tire bounced toward him and cracked the roof of his car. The accident caused a severe neck fracture that left Clanton with permanent debilitating injuries…. Read More »
The Hazards of Driving with Old Tires
Many factors can cause tire failure, including over-inflation, under-inflation, excessive weight or structural defects. One of the most common causes is tire aging. Aging tires are dangerous because the structural integrity of a tire diminishes over time. When the structure degrades, it creates a stronger likelihood of catastrophic tire failure. Oftentimes, tire failure only… Read More »
A Good Samaritan is Not Always Good
In Broward County, a Good Samaritan recently helped save the life of a young boy. The 10-year-old was climbing a tree, but slipped and fell onto a fence. A passerby saw the injured boy and applied pressure to his puncture wounds. Rescue personnel took the boy to the hospital with critical injuries, but the… Read More »
What If I Can’t Afford a Lawyer?
After an accident, money may be tight. You may be out of work and facing a mountain of medical bills. If someone else is at fault for your injuries, a civil lawsuit can get you the compensation you deserve. This may include medical expenses, lost wages and even your pain and suffering. Though you… Read More »
Riding ATVs Can Result in Injury, Death and Civil Liability
Unfortunately, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accidents are more common than you think. When a 13-year-old Florida resident went for a ride on a friend’s ATV, she crashed into a tree and later died. Her parents brought a negligence lawsuit against the owners of the ATV and their son, who allowed the girl to ride the… Read More »
Wrongful Death Lawsuits in Florida
In 2008, a University of Central Florida football player collapsed during a pre-season conditioning drill and later died. In a subsequent wrongful death lawsuit, a jury found the University of Central Florida Athletic Association guilty of negligence and ordered it to pay $10 million to the young player’s family. The University’s insurance company, Great… Read More »
Bicycle Danger in the Sunshine State
Alejandro Hermis needed to buy a loaf of bread, so he rode his bicycle to Winn-Dixie for a quick shopping trip. However, on his way home, an SUV struck the bicycle from behind. Unfortunately, Mr. Hermis did not survive the crash. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicles injured 52,000 cyclists… Read More »
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
On a routine shopping trip to Wal-Mart, a Port St. Lucie man had a freak accident. A sign fell down from an improperly assembled display, and it cause Tom Papakalodoukas to slip. The fall resulted in a torn bicep tendon, which is now permanently deformed. In a recent lawsuit, a court ordered Wal-Mart to… Read More »
When Surgeons Leave Something Behind
After Lenny LeClair had surgery to treat a digestive disorder, he felt fine. However, a few months later LeClair experienced non-stop vomiting and excruciating abdominal pain. A CT scan revealed that surgical sponges became embedded in his intestines. LeClair underwent many surgeries, but he will need a plastic pouch attached to his abdomen for… Read More »
Asbestos Exposure is Often Deadly
According to a study by the Environmental Working Group, Florida has one of the highest rates of asbestos-related deaths in the nation. Florida is ranked second and follows closely behind the top spot, California. Prior to 1975, asbestos was a commonly used construction material. It was in homes, schools and offices across the nation…. Read More »
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