Earlier this month, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals heard an appeal from a slip-and-fall case that arose out of the Southern District of Florida. In the case of Sorrels v. NCL, the plaintiff was injured in a slip-and-fall accident as a customer aboard the defendant’s cruise liner. The plaintiff and…
Falling merchandise accidents typically take place when products, boxes, and other items fall from shelves and cause injury to a customer. If you or someone close to you has been injured due to falling merchandise, it is important to seek the help of a qualified premises liability attorney who can…
In the state of Florida, automated external defibrillators (AED) are required at all schools that partake in the state athletic association. Furthermore, the state requires anyone who might use such a device to be trained on how to use it properly. In the case of Limones v. School District of…
Elevators and escalators, like other moving devices, can cause serious injuries to individuals in Florida and across the United States. Elevators and escalators should constantly be checked and maintained, due to their frequent use. If you or someone close to you has been injured on an elevator or escalator, it…
When we seek medical help, we expect to get better, not worse. Unfortunately, medical mistakes are common, and patients often suffer harm at the hands of the very medical professionals they trust with their health. Medical malpractice occurs when a health care professional makes a medical error that results in harm…
If you or someone close to you was injured in a rollover accident, we can help. Rollover accidents can have devastating and long-term consequences for everyone involved. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon, our skilled Miami accident attorneys have helped many South Florida clients seek the justice and compensation they deserve…
If you’ve been involved in a serious car wreck in Florida, you understand how terrifying it can be when the airbags deploy. While airbags are designed to protect individuals in the event of an accident, they often injure and in some cases even kill drivers and passengers. If you’ve been…
Florida weather lends itself to many outdoor activities almost all year round, including roller skating and skateboarding. While these activities offer a thrill, roller skating and skateboarding accidents can lead to serious injuries. Even with protective gear, the risk of injury comes from the speed and body exposure involved. If…
During the labor and birth process, a baby needs proper medical attention so that everything goes smoothly. When mistakes are made, the consequences can be shattering. If you suspect that a medical professional caused your baby’s injury during childbirth, it is important to speak to someone as soon as possible. Hospitals…
In the case of Gozleveli v. Kohnke, Florida residents Tamer and Farideh Gozleveli purchased two new jet skis for their family to use – including their adult son, Aydin. In February of 2012, Aydin, his friend Ryan de la Nuez, and Karen Kohnke met up to ride the jet skis.…