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Archive for 'Wrongful Death' Category
Nov 11, 2020

Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions is an incredibly painful and challenging experience. In such cases, pursuing a wrongful death claim becomes a crucial step in seeking justice and compensation for the loss. However, understanding who can be held liable in a Cape Coral, Florida wrongful death claim is […]

Nov 6, 2020

Losing a loved one is an emotionally devastating experience, and when that loss is the result of someone else’s negligence or misconduct, the pain can be even more profound. In such tragic circumstances, many families in Florida turn to the legal system to seek justice and compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit. However, one of […]

Oct 19, 2020

Losing a loved one is an incredibly challenging experience, and when that loss is sudden and unexpected, it can be even more devastating. If you suspect that your loved one’s death was caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions, you may be dealing with a wrongful death situation. In Florida, as in many other […]

Oct 15, 2020

National Teen Driver Safety Week, which is Oct. 18-24, is designed to raise awareness of teen driving risks among parents and teenagers. The pandemic paused graduations and proms, but one rite of passage has not been put on hold for most teenagers. Teens are still able to get their driver’s license starting at age 16.  Getting behind the wheel can be one of the most exciting and dangerous […]

May 26, 2020

Losing a loved one is a devastating experience that can leave a profound impact on family members and friends. When the loss is due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, it becomes a wrongful death situation, and seeking justice becomes a priority. In Cape Coral, Florida, as in other jurisdictions, the legal process for […]

Apr 10, 2020

The National Sleep Foundation found about half of U.S. adult drivers admitted to drowsy driving when they were tired. Studies have proven that sleep deprivation can affect driving as much as (and sometimes more than) alcohol. Like driving drunk, driving tired can be deadly, but it is preventable.   Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, Nov. 1-8, serves to remind drivers that drowsy driving is impaired driving. […]

Apr 3, 2020

Florida Semi-Truck Accidents Because of their enormous size and weight, semi-truck accidents can be damaging or deadly when they are involved in a collision. Currently there are over 15.5 million trucks in the United States. Thirteen percent of these are semis, big rigs, 18-wheelers, and tractor trailers. According to thetruckersreport.com, the legal weight for an […]

Mar 1, 2020

Every 32 seconds, a child under the age of 13 was involved in a car crash in 2018. Many times, injuries and deaths can be prevented by proper car seat safety, boosters and seatbelts. Car accidents are the leading cause of preventable deaths and injuries to children in the United States, according to Safe Kids.   Car Seat Safety Facts  As a […]

Jan 15, 2020

Lee and Collier counties top the list as the most high-trafficked spots for dangerous boating accidents in Florida, according to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Division.  Dangerous Boating Accidents: Statistics A study of 2019 accidents by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Law Enforcement division of boating accident statistics showed that 61% of accidents happened in 10 Florida counties. Lee County ranked fourth and Collier County […]

Dec 10, 2018

Can’t wait to celebrate the end of 2020? Be careful! Unfortunately, personal injuries on New Year’s Eve and Day are not uncommon. Causes of personal injuries on New Year’s Eve can include: While officials are not quite sure what to expect for New Year’s Eve 2020, they do know that alcohol consumption has increased by 14% over a year ago, including 17% […]