Good Samaritan laws are designed to offer legal protection to people who administer assistance to individuals who are injured, ill, incapacitated, or in peril. The protection is intended to encourage bystanders to help those who need it without fear of being sued. Good Samaritan laws vary from state to state, and…
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Personal Injury Claims for Children in Florida
Every year, tens of thousands of children are injured or killed due to negligent accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) more than 12,000 children die every year due to accidental injury. This alarming number impacts not only the children that lose their lives, but the…
Understanding the Basics of “Catastrophic Injuries” Under Florida Law
In a moment, your life can change forever. Suffering from any type of injuries, big or small, can be an unnerving experience. When the injury is so severe that it has a long-term impact on your day-to-day life, the experience can be downright traumatic. Victims who suffer serious long-term injuries…
The Foundation of a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida: Who Can Sue and What Can You Recover?
If you’ve unexpectedly lost a loved one in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon, we understand that the sudden death of a relative can be extremely traumatizing for families experiencing the loss. We aim to help families get the maximum compensation…
Liability in Rental Car Accidents in Florida – Adams v. Bell Partners
The use of rental cars is very common in Florida due to the high volume of visitors who travel to the state for business and pleasure every year. The high rate of rental car use also means that rental car accidents are quite common. Unfortunately, Florida laws pertaining to collisions…