Court Addresses Punitive Damages in Florida Nursing Home Abuse Case
An appellate court recently issued an opinion regarding punitive damages in a Florida nursing home abuse case. The appeal arose from a negligence and wrongful death lawsuit filed by a nursing home resident’s family. The family amended their lawsuit to include a claim of punitive damages against the facility. The nursing home claimed that it […]
Florida Appellate Court Rules in Plaintiff’s Favor in Library Slip and Fall Case
A Florida appellate court recently issued a ruling in favor of a plaintiff in her premises liability lawsuit against the Orange County Public Library System (the “Library”). The plaintiff filed strict liability and negligence claims against the Library after she suffered injuries when a bottom drawer of a copier unexpectedly popped out and caused her […]
Appeals Court Certifies Question to Florida Supreme Court Regarding Video Footage in Summary Judgment Motions
Recently, a state appellate court issued an opinion certifying a question to the state’s high court after a plaintiff appealed a lower’s court decision to grant the defendant’s motion for summary judgment in a Florida car accident. According to the court’s opinion, the plaintiff died after rear-ending the defendant’s Freightliner truck. Evidently, both motorists were […]
Florida Court Reverses Summary Judgment in Case Involving Claim of Governmental Immunity
A Florida man who was injured in a motor vehicle accident successfully appealed a final summary judgment motion entered by a lower court in favor of the City of Coral Gables. The case stemmed from injuries that the plaintiff sustained when his motorcycle collided with an SUV at an intersection. The plaintiff testified that he […]
Florida Appeals Court Seeks Clarification on Summary Judgment Standard in Truck Accident Case
Have you or your loved one been injured in a truck accident? If so, you need a trusted Miami truck collision lawyer to evaluate your case and help you determine your legal options. With wide-ranging experience handling personal injury claims for South Florida clients, we know how to help. A Florida appeals court recently sought […]
Florida Supreme Court Says Daubert Standard Governs Admissibility of Expert Testimony
If you have been injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident or any other type of personal injury accident, you may be able to recover monetary damages for your harm. Our Miami injury lawyers understand how to build a strong case, including the use of expert witnesses, as and when needed. In Florida, […]
Florida Court Discusses Admissibility of Social Media Evidence in Hit and Run Case
If you have been injured in a hit and run car accident, you probably have many questions. Our trusted Miami injury attorneys can take a close look at your case and help you understand your legal rights and options following a crash. At our firm, we understand how stressful it can be dealing with a […]
Florida Court Discusses Landlord’s Duties in Recent Slip and Fall Case
Slip and fall accidents can lead to devastating, life-changing consequences for a person. In the most serious cases, these accidents can be fatal. When a slip and fall accident takes place on another’s property, you could potentially obtain compensation for things like medical bills and lost income that are a direct result of the accident. […]
Florida Jury Holds Domino’s Pizza Accountable for Fatal Crash Caused by Delivery Driver
Motor vehicle accidents happen all the time in Florida and across the US. However, these accidents can instantly become more complicated when one of the parties is a delivery driver. In these cases, liability can extend to the employer, in addition to the person behind the wheel. If you have been injured in accident involving […]
Florida Accident Victim Wins Award for Past Pain and Suffering But Not Future Damages
Car accidents can turn your life upside down in an instant. If you have suffered injuries in an auto accident that you believe were caused by someone else’s error or carelessness, we can help you. Our Miami car accident lawyers will look into the cause of your accident and help you recover the damages you […]