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Florida Halloween Safety Tips
October 26, 2021
Fall is here and with it comes the holidays of Halloween and Día de Los Muertos. Both holidays provide reasons to celebrate from connecting with family members and friends to enjoying the costumes, attire, food, and traditions. However, before jumping into the celebration, our South Florida attorneys have put together some helpful tips to keep you, your...
What are the Elements that Need to be Met for a Premise Liability Lawsuit?
October 25, 2021
If you own property in Florida, whether commercial or residential, you should know the elements of premises liability law. If someone gets injured on your property, what are the factors that they must prove for you to be held liable for their injuries?
A property owner found to be negligent in a premises...
What is Premise Liability and Negligence Surrounding It?
October 20, 2021
If someone has sustained an injury on your property, whether commercial or residential, they may be able to receive compensation for their injuries. First, you must know the factors that determine premises liability. The property owner is not automatically liable when an injury occurs, unsafe conditions do not always equal negligence, and the laws surrounding premises liability...
Why You Need a Premise Liability Lawyer
October 16, 2021
If you own property and a guest is injured while visiting your property, you could be held liable for compensating them. Not only for medical bills, but for lost wages, pain, and suffering. Protecting yourself and your property requires regular maintenance of your property to identify and remove unsafe conditions and to ensure your guests are not...
What Happens When Someone Gets Injured on Private Property?
October 10, 2021
If a person becomes injured while visiting a privately owned property, the property owner may be held liable for compensating the injured party. The property owner is not automatically liable because it happened on their property, liability is determined through a premises liability claim.
The injured party has the burden of proof for such a claim...
Types of Premise Liability Every Florida Property Owner Should Know
October 01, 2021
Property owners have a legal obligation to invited guests, to take reasonable care to ensure their safety. If a property owner is negligent in their actions to resolve unsafe conditions, or if they fail to act to resolve unsafe conditions, they may be liable if a guest is injured due to those unsafe conditions.
This type...
Types of Car Accidents and The Fault Surrounding Them
September 22, 2021
When a car accident occurs, it is a very confusing time. With so much commotion, it can be hard to remember exactly who did what to cause the collision. There are three main types of car accidents and the type of collision often indicates one driver or the other was at fault. For example, if there...
Should I Get an Attorney After a Car Accident?
September 15, 2021
If you have been injured in a car accident, you should get an attorney. You may know the laws, but applying them to your particular situation can be tricky. A legal professional can help you understand the complexities of your case as well as negotiate with the insurance company to maximize the value of your settlement....
How Do You Dispute Fault After a Car Accident?
September 08, 2021
If you have been in a car accident in Florida, it’s important to know about Florida’s pure comparative fault system. This system assigns faults as a percentage. In any Florida accident, each driver will be assessed from 0% to 100% responsible for the accident, but the total percentage for all drivers together must equal 100%. If you...
Common Injuries Resulting From Car Accidents
September 01, 2021
Injuries resulting from car accidents can range from cuts and bruises to death. Some injuries you will notice immediately, some could take hours or days to cause problems. The severity of the accident, where you were located in the vehicle, and many other factors have an effect on the resulting injuries. Medical bills after a car accident...