A new health center for children is helping stop injuries before they start and treating children for athletic injuries. In December 2017, the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Sports Health Center opened in South Florida. It houses comprehensive treatment facilities for physical therapy, doctor visits, and injury prevention screenings. A full 40 percent of emergency...
Both adults and children can be victims of sexual assault, and Florida law understands this, offering protections for both groups – and penalties that vary depending on who the victim is. In this post, we’ll detail what the laws are on sexual assault in Florida, and what you can do to fight back...
Spring break is a time to celebrate and enjoy freedom, but it can also be a time when unexpected injuries occur. Case-in-point? Earlier this month a Ball State student was hit by a car that left the scene. Drew Akers was staying in Fort Lauderdale and crossing the street to catch a ride...
On Thursday, March 15, 2018, a pedestrian bridge under construction in Miami collapsed, killing at least six people. The bridge was considered a signature project due to its unique and was intended to allow Florida International University (FIU) students a safe means to cross a busy roadway between the school and a residential neighborhood....
Slips and falls in Florida bars and nightclubs are rather common, especially over holidays like St. Patrick’s Day. If you fall and get hurt, can you sue for compensation? In this post, we’ll detail situations where you can file a negligence claim against a nightclub or bar. First, let’s look at some of...
If your loved one has died due to someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit. Below, we’re going to explain how wrongful death claims work in Florida, including the rules and filing procedures you need to follow in order to claim damages. How Wrongful Death Is Defined Under...
