You may do your part to keep your individual apartment unit clean and safe, and the common areas of the complex (i.e., sidewalks, stairwells, hallways, etc.) may be seemingly secure. This is why you may be left completely blindsided if you find yourself the victim of a slip and fall…
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Sadly, you may incur an injury or get diagnosed with a disability that temporarily prevents you from returning to work. You may rest easier knowing that the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) affords you job-protected time off while you heal. However, you may have to go through this…
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Given that your job has a workers' compensation benefits program, you may assume it is yours to take after being made the victim of a workplace accident. However, you may hesitate to recover these benefits if you actively seek financial compensation in a third-party claim. Well, for this, please follow…
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Naturally, when you step into a vehicle, you may acknowledge the small percentage of chance that you may enter a collision and get injured. However, it may not be as obvious that some risk is still posed to pedestrians on the Florida roads and sidewalks. This is to say that…
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Many people do not know about the event data recorder technology installed within their standard motor vehicles. Otherwise known as black box data, this was originally used on aircraft to help investigators figure out what potentially went wrong in a plane crash. Now, ever since the mid-1990s, investigators, law enforcement,…
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Even though you were not personally made the victim of a fatal personal injury accident, medical malpractice incident, or violent crime yourself, your loved one's death may leave a lasting impression on the rest of your life. Since you may be left to pick up the pieces after this catastrophic…
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Understandably, being made the victim of a car accident event may leave you startled and frightened. If these feelings so unresolved, they may fester and eventually develop into post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For this, please continue reading to learn what to do if you develop PTSD and how an experienced…
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It is unfortunate if a reckless driver makes you the victim of a car accident event. But it is even worse if they drive off before you can identify them and collect their insurance information (i.e., they hit and run). At this point in time, you may feel hopeless, bewildered,…
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One minute, you may be slipping and falling on someone else's property. The next moment, you may be agreeing with the property owner's offer to call emergency medical services to the scene on your behalf. This may be the start of very many medical bills to follow. Well, please continue…
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After being made the victim of an auto accident, it may be frustrating to realize that it would have likely been avoidable if the other driver was not under the influence of alcohol. You should not have to rely on your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance alone to cover the…
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If you were made the victim of a workplace accident caused by your employer's negligence, it is more than likely that you will have to pursue a workers' compensation claim. Importantly, workers' compensation claims may follow a slightly different rule book than personal injury claims. This starts with the requirement…
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As you travel here and there, you may encounter countless traffic signs and traffic signals. You may trust that these signs and signals will warn, guide, and regulate you so you may get to and from your destination points safely. So it may be a complete shock when encountering a…
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Some people are lucky and can walk away from an auto accident event without even a scratch on their body. But most unfortunately, others may be left with debilitating bodily injuries that may negatively alter their quality of life. No matter where your injuries place on this spectrum, we strongly…
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Every driver has a duty of care to operate their vehicles with an abundance of safety. So when they breach this duty of care and instead act negligently behind the wheel, it is almost always the case that an auto accident results. Unfortunately, this is all the more catastrophic if…
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In the state of Florida, owners of private and public properties alike are charged with maintaining their premises in a safe condition. This entails ensuring all their pedestrian walkways are clear from exposed wires or cables, or otherwise adequately warning of or blocking off these areas from passersby until they…
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You may assume that the at-fault party for a rear-end accident is pretty evident. Namely, that the back-end driver who crashed into the front-end driver is totally to blame. However, extenuating circumstances may make this assignment of fault less black and white. What's more, there may even be more than…
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You may have incurred a hefty amount of economic and non-economic damages in the aftermath of your car accident. However, you may feel inclined to isolate yourself and suffer alone knowing the fact that you, sadly, failed to wear a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Please understand that…
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You may not think of your walking up and down the stairs as a dangerous activity. After all, you may take this action countless times per day. But whenever you enter someone else's property, you may run the risk of being exposed to potential dangers. Therefore, a property owner may…
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Unfortunately, incidents happen far too often where car manufacturers act negligently in the manufacturing process and create unsafe and possibly defective car parts. This may happen if they opt for a less safe design alternative to cut costs and save money, if they fail to properly inspect how the part…
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It is expected for you to be frazzled in the immediate moments following your car accident event. While you may just want to flee to your home and calm your nerves in peace and quiet, you should remain still for the time being. This is especially true if you want…
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When pursuing a personal injury claim after being made the victim of an unfortunate accident, you may need to claim the economic and non-economic damages that you incurred and that you require financial compensation for as a result. It is almost always the case that medical expenses are the most…
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It may be hard for you to comprehend how you could have possibly gotten injured and incurred damages while innocently navigating through a seemingly safe parking garage. With this, you may anticipate how difficult it will be to prove that this accident happened to outsiders who did not witness it…
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Out of all auto accidents, pedestrian accidents may arguably have the most devastating aftermath. This is particularly regarding the serious injuries and damages that the involved pedestrians walk away with. Pedestrians do not wear protective gear when navigating Florida roads, so the sheer impact of a standard motor vehicle, motorcycle,…
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Like many other holidays, New Year's Eve is typically celebrated at house parties where alcohol is present or establishments where alcohol is served. With this, unfortunately, there is typically a spike in the number of drunk driving accidents that take place on Florida roads in the late-night hours of New…
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You may be hesitant to go through the demanding process of pursuing a personal injury claim because there is no guarantee of how much you will be compensated after it. However, if your lawyer affirms that you have significant damages and convincing evidence to back them up, a legal case…
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You may not worry or fear sharing the Florida roads with 18-wheeler, commercial trucks. That is until you, unfortunately, encounter one in a negative way, and find yourself hurt with property damages after a collision. Continue reading to learn the types of truck accidents that can happen and how an…
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It may genuinely take a team of supporters to help make your personal injury claim successful. Namely, there is your legal team who will guide you through how your claim proceedings will work. But then there is your team of witnesses who will vouch for you and further prove your…
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According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, in 2022, there were a reported 104,895 hit-and-run car accidents in the state. These accidents subsequently resulted in approximately 1,007 bodily injuries and 266 fatalities. If you have fallen victim to such an accident, you must do everything to resolve it. Without…
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It is believable that you incurred significant bodily injuries from your car accident, especially if it was quite catastrophic. However, your word may not be enough to initiate a personal injury claim against the responsible party. Rather, there are certain procedures you should follow to make your claims plausible. Continue…
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Head, neck, and back injuries are the most common types of injuries that arise in a car accident. These injuries may be so severe to the point that they are diagnosed as permanent disabilities. Specifically, your treating physician may conclude that no other modern medical treatment could improve your injury…
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It may not matter if your car model has gotten great customer reviews or if its parent company is known for implementing notable safety features in their fleets. From time to time, there are defects within the components of a certain car make or model. And if not identified and…
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Immediately following your involvement in a car accident, you may feel embarrassment and shame, not wanting any more people to witness it besides those already present. However, you cannot and should not neglect dialing 911, so that a dispatcher may send a law enforcement accident to the scene. To reemphasize,…
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As the plaintiff of a personal injury claim, you are expected to fulfill your duty to satisfy the burden of proof. With this, you must show that the fact in dispute is more likely than not true. Here, the fact in dispute is that you got injured and suffered other…
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Even if you do not feel hurt in the aftermath of your personal injury accident, you should seek medical attention. Then, even if you feel as though your prescribed medical treatment is too drastic of a measure, you should follow it closely. This is because your doctor likely knows better…
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After Category 3 Hurricane Milton made landfall in Sarasota, Florida on October 9, 2024, some dramatic effects have been noted throughout the greater Tampa area. Namely, the roof came off of St. Petersburg's Tropicana Field, and a crane crashed into the Tampa Bay Times' building. Sadly, there have been at…
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Continue reading to learn the types of evidence that may prove relevant to your claim and how an experienced Tampa personal injury lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A. can help use this to build on your overarching argument. What claims does my evidence need to support? Certain elements make up…
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In the immediate moments following your personal injury accident, your first question to yourself may be, "How did this happen?" Well, after an honest introspection, you may assure yourself that you carried yourself with care. This may lead you to the hunch that someone else acted negligently, which was thereby…
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You may have never been involved in a car accident before, up until this point. You may have never been involved in any incident that called for legal action, either. With both of these things true, you may not have an inkling as to whether you have a valid car…
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Encountering an intersection is almost unavoidable when you commute on Florida roads. This is whether it be a roundabout, a four-way intersection, a t-intersection, a staggered junction, or otherwise. In any event, you must understand what to do to cross these intersections safely. Such safety may go beyond just obeying…
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Especially if you do not own a car of your own, you may rely on Tampa's public transportation systems every day. While you may have an impressive track record of pleasantly safe commutes on these public transports, this may all, unfortunately, change in a split second. That is, no matter…
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Hopefully, you had a positively memorable Labor Day Weekend. But unfortunately, after holiday weekends such as these, our firm sees many clients who have been made victims of drunk driving accidents. While we wish such a negative event had not happened to you, we will drop everything and be here…
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You may have slipped, tripped, and fallen on someone else's property. However, this simple fact may not be enough to earn you financial compensation. That is, there are certain requirements that you must meet, as a plaintiff, for just the chance of having a successful slip and fall accident claim.…
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You may initially think that the door-to-door service offered by a Lyft driver is a safer transportation option if you do not have your own vehicle. That is, safer than taking public transportation, walking alone, or otherwise. However, you may not take into account the very real possibility that your…
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Read on to discover the approach you should take at a doctor's appointment and how a seasoned Tampa car accident lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A. can guide you through the necessary steps. What kind of doctor should I visit after a car accident? In short, the kind of doctor…
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You may have seen and approached your family member's, friend's, or neighbor's dog dozens of times before. You may even go out of your way to get permission from their owner first. But, most unfortunately, it only takes one time, in a split second, for the dog to turn and…
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In the event of a pedestrian accident, you may initially assume that a motor vehicle is an at-fault party, given the disparity in injuries and damages they incurred to that of the pedestrian. You may be even quicker to jump to this conclusion if a pedestrian, sadly, gets killed in…
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Similar to how it is important to wear a seatbelt in a standard motor vehicle, it is important to wear a helmet on a motorcycle. This is a strong recommendation with your safety as a priority. Though you may never want to think about this possibility, you should take every…
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The Florida civil court holds certain expectations regarding how personal injury claim proceedings are supposed to function. And if the court finds that its criteria are not satisfied (i.e., the burden of proof is not met), it may exercise the right to dismiss the legal claim altogether. This is all…
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Unfortunately, neglectful or abusive actions within your loved one's nursing home care facility are more conceivable than you may initially anticipate. Such wrongful actions may be perpetrated by the facility's medical professionals, staff members, fellow residents, or even welcomed visitors on the premises. By serving as your loved one's protector,…
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Whether you enter a car accident or a slip and fall accident, the impact of your collision or fall, respectively, may cause you to hit your head. If serious enough, your head injury may evolve into a brain stem injury. Continue reading to learn whether you are eligible for financial…
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You may be surprised to learn that driving over a bridge comes with potentially great risks. Follow along to find out tips to drive safely while crossing a bridge and how a proficient Tampa auto accident lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A. can help in the case of a tragic…
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It is likely for you to incur some bodily injury from your involvement in a personal injury accident. This may undoubtedly lead to medical expenses you did not anticipate having to pay. While you may carry a quality life insurance plan, it may still be insufficient to cover the full…
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There may be nothing seemingly dangerous about your job position and its required tasks. Even still, you may notice that you are hurt or even seriously injured while still on the clock. Namely, one type of injury that may silently creep up on you is a repetitive stress injury. Follow…
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After being made the victim of a car crash, you may incur serious bodily injuries that lead to hefty medical bills. But you must not forget the possibility of also incurring property damages, which may cost a lot to repair or replace. Continue reading to learn how to get compensated for…
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As a Tampa resident, you may feel as though construction is happening everywhere and all the time. Well, workers in the construction industry work hard to make our city look more attractive, all while promoting a better quality of life and safety for its residents. But it is sadly true…
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The seasons do not change much throughout the state of Florida. Even still, the springtime may come with certain driving conditions unprecedented at any other time of year. Read on to discover the dangerous road conditions that may pop up during the springtime and how a seasoned Tampa auto accident lawyer…
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Monsanto is an agrochemical and agricultural biotechnology corporation that sells the popular product Roundup, which is essentially a brand name of herbicide. Unfortunately, scientific studies have recently reported that Roundup and its active ingredient glyphosate may pose a danger to the individuals who use it. This has ultimately led to…
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large, complex group of synthetic chemicals within many common consumer products you likely use daily. Namely, they may be present in drinking water, food products, food packaging, cleaning products, personal care products, and more. Unfortunately, constant exposure to these chemicals may place your…
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Whether someone is involved in an auto accident, slip and fall accident, workplace accident, or otherwise, the common denominator may be that they rarely walk away from the scene unscathed. However, the types of damages they walk away with may be dependent on the specific circumstances surrounding the incident. These…
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It is unfortunate to know just how common car accidents are on Florida roads. But what may be even more unfortunate is how often these accidents result in serious, if not fatal, bodily injuries. Follow along to find out the most common types of bodily injuries and how a proficient Tampa…
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Initially after your personal injury accident, you may have to take a few days, weeks, or even months off of work to recover from your bodily injuries. But if your bodily injuries are quite serious, then you may have to take a long-term or even permanent leave of absence from…
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Whether you were involved in a car accident, slipped and fell on someone else's property, got injured by a medical professional, or otherwise, you may strongly contemplate taking legal action via a personal injury (PI) claim. However, you cannot contemplate for too long, as Florida law imposes a strict statute…
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Trucking accidents may not be the most common type of auto accident, but they may result in the most devastating forms of injuries. If this is your case, then you must do everything in your power to recover from the injuries you did not deserve to take on. This starts…
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It is an unfortunately dangerous situation whenever a pedestrian crosses the road and shares it with a motor vehicle driver. This is especially the case when one or both parties are negligent in upholding their duty of care when on the road. Ultimately, such a dangerous situation, with one or…
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You might think of your time spent at a hotel as your time to unwind and relax. However, you mustn't let your guard completely down. This is because, as it goes for entering any public space, you must be cautious of any potentially dangerous conditions throughout the premises. Follow along…
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Understandably so, you may be focused on your personal healing journey in the times following your car accident. But what you may not initially understand is that taking legal action may be part of this healing journey. So you must also consider adding a personal injury claim to the mix,…
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Continue reading to learn how long it might take to notice a back injury and how an experienced Tampa car accident lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A. can help you file your claim on time. How might I incur a back injury after a car accident? A back injury is…
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It is very much possible to slip and fall over a spilled liquid in a supermarket aisle, a freshly mopped floor in an airport, or any other property that is prone to wet floors. But regardless of where exactly your slip and fall takes place, what may not vary is…
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You place a lot of trust in the hands of other drivers whom you share the Florida roads with. This is why it is nothing less than disappointing and devastating when another driver chooses to be distracted with another task while behind the wheel; which ultimately serves as the driving…
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If you have been made the victim of a personal injury accident--whether it be an auto accident, slip and fall accident, or otherwise--you may react by filing a claim with the at-fault party's insurance company. From here, the insurance company may come back with a monetary amount to settle your…
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Follow along to find out how you can rectify being made a victim of a hit-and-run and how a proficient Tampa car accident lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A. can help you achieve justice in the matter. Why must I not flee the scene of my auto accident? It is…
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Head injuries, such as concussions, are fairly common injuries resulting from the impact of car collisions. Read on to discover how to self-assess whether you have a concussion and how a seasoned Tampa car accident lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A. can help you obtain a proper diagnosis. How do…
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By definition, pain and suffering is a chronic and debilitating type of struggle, which may arise physically or mentally in the aftermath of a personal injury accident. Though difficult, there are means of proving its existence in the days, weeks, and months following your accident; alongside the plethora of other…
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You may worry about how your car accident while you were "on the clock" might affect your job status with your employer. What's more, you may grow concerned about how your incurred injuries and damages might inhibit your ability to return to your job entirely. These worries may lead you…
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Being a passenger in a car accident means that you were made an innocent victim. This is because the crash was almost definitely due to no fault of your own, yet you may still be forced to suffer its consequences. For this reason alone, you must understand your rights in…
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You may get hit with an initial wave of anxiety almost immediately after your car accident. But unfortunately, this anxiety may linger in the weeks, months, and even years after this horrific event. Read on to discover whether you are eligible to file a claim for anxiety and how a seasoned…
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A T-bone accident is a type of auto accident in which one automobile collides with the side of another automobile. The injuries that you might incur after being made a victim of such an accident may be critical, especially if the point of impact was at your driver's side door.…
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You may have gotten injured due to a defect lying within a product. And while there may have been a recall sent out, you may have received it too late or otherwise not received it at all. At any rate, you may be concerned about how the existence of a…
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If you got involved in a car accident due to seemingly no fault of your own, then you may want to fight for financial compensation in an accident claim. As the plaintiff of such a claim, you carry a burden of proof that requires you to demonstrate the fault of…
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When you purchase a product from a trusted retailer, the last thing you may expect is for it to be defective. Nonetheless, incidents like this occur more often than you may initially realize in the state of Florida and throughout the country. However, it is important to note that a…
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Immediately following your car accident, you may be overwhelmed and still trying to process the events that led to this devastating aftermath. All the while, you may be in great physical pain from the personal injuries you incurred. However, it is still necessary for you, one of your passengers, or…
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Auto accidents tend to occur at a more frequent rate over holiday weekends. Of note, data has reported that this especially appears to be the case during the Thanksgiving weekend. It does not necessarily matter when your accident occurs; just that you receive the justice you deserve. Follow along to…
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If you are a homeowner yourself, you may understand just how much work it is to keep up with state and municipal housing codes and overall keep your premises clear of any potential safety hazards. Yet, you may take pride in your property and find this hard work rewarding. It…
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You may sign up for a gym membership to improve your health. So it is devastating when the exact opposite occurs, and you incur severe injuries from a workout. What's worse is if these injuries were due to no fault of your own. Continue reading to learn potential safety hazards to…
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Trick-or-treating is intended to be an innocent activity that your child can participate in this Halloween. However, this activity may come with a unique set of risks. So you must do everything in your power to ensure your child's safety while they have their fun. Continue reading to learn how…
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A haunted house is a popular attraction that adults and children alike visit during the Halloween season. While this is intended to be a fun festivity, it is an unfortunate truth that accidents have been reported to occur within this attraction. This is why, if you are participating, you must…
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You should feel nothing less than safe in your home. You should also have nothing but trust in your landlord that they will keep the premises safe to reside in. So it is disappointing when this is not the case, and you instead enter a slip and fall accident in…
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A dog may seem friendly and approachable. However, when you least expect it, they may bite or attack you. This may consequently lead to injuries such as lacerations, permanent scarring, broken bones, etc. Continue reading to learn what Florida law pertains to dog attacks and how an experienced Tampa dog…
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As you likely move, everyone is always on the move in the state of Florida. So drivers do not react well to traffic jams on the road. That is, they may act erratically, so much so that it ultimately causes a car accident. Continue reading to learn what actions may cause…
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You may assume that, as a welcomed visitor on another party's premises, you are entering into a safe environment. But unfortunately, property owners sometimes fail to see the fairly obvious hazards around them, whether willingly or not. This is when a slip and fall accident might occur, with you as…
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Immediately following your personal injury accident, you may be unable to process what exactly happened to you. So if you only have the capacity to maintain a one-track mind, it should be directed toward calling for medical care. This may just make or break your claim, if you choose to…
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When you park your car in a garage, you may never suspect that you may soon incur serious injuries and damages. But unfortunately, you cannot rule out this possibility, as parking garages may pose great dangers. Continue reading to learn who is possibly liable for your parking garage accident and how…
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According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, each year approximately 328,000 accidents occur due to fatigued driving; and close to half of these accidents inevitably result in injury or death. Unfortunately, even when truck drivers are on the clock, they may act negligently and contribute to this accident statistic. Continue…
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Upon being involved in a car accident, it is customary to pull over to the side of the road; exchange contact information with the other driver; and wait for a law enforcement officer to arrive. So you may feel like you are in a helpless situation when the other driver…
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You may have been in the wrong for jaywalking. But there may have been other negligent parties and external factors that played a role in your pedestrian accident. That said, continue reading to learn whether you can file a claim after jaywalking and how an experienced Tampa pedestrian accident lawyer…
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You may feel lucky to reside in an innovative country that supplies you with products, tools, and medicines that better your quality of life. But even in a country like the United States, products get recalled more often than what is ideal. And you may be placed in an unfortunate…
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You may be quick to place your trust in a property owner upon entering their premises. But it is an unfortunate truth that sometimes they betray your trust by failing to maintain their premises. And if they do so, you may suffer serious injuries and damages. Read on to discover…
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If your involvement in a personal injury accident was due to no fault of your own, then you may be eligible to pursue legal action against the at-fault party. That is, a personal injury claim may be your sole opportunity for retrieving the financial compensation that you require for your…
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After being made a victim of a personal injury accident, you may seek financial compensation via legal action. You should not only claim the amount of damages you incurred from your current medical expenses but also that of your future medical expenses. Continue reading to learn what future medical expenses…
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Whether you have been made a victim of an auto accident, property damage, medical malpractice, or otherwise, you may have a personal injury claim on your hands. Federal and state laws alike have certain standards for how these claim proceedings should be conducted. Continue reading to learn what you should…
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