Property owners have an obligation to maintain their premises in reasonably safe condition for those who enter the land. When a property owner fails to do this, and an individual is injured as a result, the victim can pursue compensation for their harm. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon,…
In Manfre v. Shinkle, Kathleen Shinkle was injured when her automobile crashed after striking a dead horse lying on the roadway. The collision with the horse caused her vehicle to flip over and land on its roof. Shinkle sustained serious injuries. An estimated hour and a half before Shinkle’s accident, the…
Nerve damage can have serious consequences, such as pain, loss of feeling, and loss of function. If you or a loved one has suffered a nerve injury in an accident, you should seek the help and guidance of a Miami injury attorney. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon, our…
Skydiving has been a popular sport in Florida and the United States for decades. By their very nature, skydiving accidents can have devastating consequences. While these accidents are rare, there are risks involved that should be considered. If you or someone close to you has been hurt in a skydiving…
When it comes to personal injury and wrongful death cases in Florida, it is not uncommon to use expert witnesses to explain complicated issues to the jury regarding the injury or the cause of the injury. There are, however, strict requirements about who can qualify as an expert witness. Under…
A selfie is a photograph that an individual takes of him or herself using a cell phone camera. The person can hold the cell phone at a distance by hand or use a selfie stick. With the rise of social media, selfies have been increasingly popular over the years. While…
Evidentiary rules for personal injury cases can be complicated, which is why having an experienced attorney on your side can make all the difference in your case. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon, our Miami accident attorneys are well versed in virtually all aspects of negligence law and can…
In Florida, residents and visitors alike can enjoy a number of water activities, including jet skiing. While many people partake in the activity without incident, a number of individuals in Florida are injured while jet skiing each year. If you’ve been injured in a jet ski accident, it is important to…
Limousines are often a fun way to celebrate life’s important occasions – birthday parties, weddings, proms, or even just a night out on the town. When you hire a limousine, you expect to be transported safely to your destination. Limousine accidents, like any other type of auto accident, can be…
The collateral source rule is rooted in the legal principle that compensation obtained by a plaintiff through a secondary source (i.e., health insurance) is irrelevant to the liability of the defendant. Put another way, a defendant does not get to pay less for his or her negligence simply because a…