Monthly Archives: February 2018
The Dangers of Not Following Your Doctor’s Advice
After a serious injury, your doctor might advise that you stay in bed or avoid strenuous activity. For many personal injury victims, following this advice will be a challenge. Nevertheless, there are important legal reasons for doing so. If you don’t follow your doctor’s advice, you could lose out on badly-needed compensation for your… Read More »
Keep Safe During Spring Break
Spring Break is a great time to let your hair down and enjoy yourself. However, you also need to be careful that you don’t get injured. Each year, tens of thousands of people descend on Daytona Beach, and Volusia County Beach Patrol has its hands full trying to keep all the revelry under control…. Read More »
Defective Furniture Can Cause Serious Injuries
When you think of dangerous products, you probably think of things that can kill you, such as medicines or automobiles. But thousands of people are injured each year in furniture mishaps. According to a report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, over 30,000 people visited emergency rooms from 2014 to 2016 because of furniture… Read More »
Hotel Injuries During Spring Break
Each spring, thousands of college students flood into Daytona Beach to enjoy the beach and each other’s company. Most of them will be staying at a hotel or motel—even if they intend to party all night long out near the water. It is not unusual for some students to get injured while staying at… Read More »
Intentional Injuries and Punitive Damages
Accidents are, by definition, unintentional. Someone wasn’t being sufficiently careful, and they harm another person as a result. But some injuries are caused by intentional acts. If someone intentionally harms you, you might be entitled to punitive damages, but you should meet with a personal injury lawyer to review your case. Hello, Officer, I… Read More »
Can I Receive Pain and Suffering Damages in a Car Accident?
Florida’s no-fault insurance scheme helps injured victims receive quick compensation to pay for medical care and subsidize a portion of their lost wages. However, the scheme has several downsides, one of which is that you generally cannot receive any compensation for pain and suffering. Fortunately, there are some decent-sized exceptions to the law. If… Read More »
Is a Nursing Home Overmedicating Your Loved One?
Families take loved ones to nursing homes with the expectation that they will receive top-notch, individualized care. Unfortunately, the reality is frequently different. In far too many nursing homes, residents are receiving more medication than a doctor has prescribed, and the results can be devastating. If you suspect overmedication, contact a Daytona Beach nursing… Read More »
Car Accidents Can Cause Devastating Burn Injuries
Each year, thousands of people are involved in car accidents in Florida. Victims can suffer a variety of injuries, including concussions, broken bones, and sprains or strains. But burn injuries can be particularly devastating, both physically and emotionally. If you or a loved one has been burned in a car accident, contact a Florida… Read More »