When you visit a doctor, you expect the physician to be competent. A misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or failure to diagnose can be extremely detrimental to a person’s health. It can hamper the individual’s ability to seek timely treatment and worsen his or her condition. If you or a loved one has…
In some accident cases, damages are relatively easy to calculate. In other cases, however, determinations of damages can be quite complicated. If you’ve been injured in a car wreck, it is important to seek the help of a qualified Miami attorney who can assess the merits of your case. At…
In Cordani v. NCL (Bahamas) Ltd., William Cordani’s estate brought a wrongful death claim against NCL (Bahamas) Ltd., a cruise company and its medical team. The lawsuit was filed after Cordani died due to sickness while on a cruise ship. Cordani’s estate brought a multiple-count complaint against the cruise company as well…
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…
Automobile accidents, premises liability cases, and other personal injury claims fall within the scope of negligence law. Negligence is the failure to use the level of care a prudent person would use in the same or similar circumstances. In order to establish negligence, a plaintiff must demonstrate that he or…
Unfortunately, pedestrians are injured and killed throughout the United States every year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 4,735 pedestrians were killed in 2013, while an estimated 66,000 were injured. The state of Florida has a major issue when it comes to pedestrian accidents and has…
Motor vehicle accidents kill and injure people across Florida every day. The sad part is that these accidents can often be avoided if drivers are vigilant behind the wheel. Operating a motor vehicle is a privilege, not a right. As a result, every driver on the road has a legal…
Car seats are intended to protect children from harm in the event of a car accident. When car seats are improperly installed or defectively made, however, they may actually cause harm to the child. If your child has been harmed due to a defective car seat or because of someone’s…
The holidays are a festive time to gather with family, raise your glasses to a toast, and have a good time. Unfortunately, many people get behind the wheel after they have too much to drink. In fact, statistics show that accidents rates are often higher around the holidays. If you…