Losing a loved one is devastating in any circumstances, but it can be even worse when the loss occurs due to someone else’s negligence. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon, our skilled Miami wrongful death attorneys understand how to navigate these cases with the utmost compassion and competence. You…
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Expert Testimony Under the Daubert Standard
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…
Selfies and Distracted Driving Accidents in Florida
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…
Lack of Citation Inadmissible in Florida Jet Ski Accident Case
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…
E-Cigarette Explodes and Severely Injures Naples Man
E-cigarettes have been increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional cigarettes. Over the last few years, however, there have been many reports of e-cigarettes exploding and leaving consumers severely injured. If you or someone close to you has been injured by an e-cigarette, you may be able to obtain compensation…
Florida Court Clarifies ‘Amount in Controversy’ Requirement
Determining liability can be difficult in any car accident, but it can become even more complex when one party is from a different country. This is exactly what happened in the case of Bess v. Day, in which a Florida resident was injured in an automobile accident allegedly caused by…
Hoverboard Accidents in Florida
Hoverboards are among the most popular consumer products on the market today. Many different manufacturers produce their own version of the product. But hoverboards have proved to be extremely dangerous for many people. When you ride a hoverboard, you have the right to expect that it won’t injure you. At the Law…
Wrong Way Accidents on Florida Roads
Drivers who purposely or unknowingly drive the wrong way on a street pose a serious risk to others on the road. Due to the fact that vehicles are heading directly towards each other at a high speed, there is little or no time for drivers to react and avoid the collision. If you’ve…
Jet Ski Accidents in Florida
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…
Florida Court Rules in Tobacco Company Case
Earlier this month, tobacco companies won in a Florida appeals court when the court overturned a multimillion-dollar award to a smoker’s family. The tobacco companies in the case, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co., Philip Morris USA, Inc., Lorillard Tobacco Co., and Liggett Group, faced a number of claims, including negligence, strict…