If the negligence of one person causes the death of another, the civil justice system allows the surviving family members or a personal representative of the estate of the deceased person to seek recovery of damages. Wrongful death lawsuits are filed...
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has strict regulations to prevent workplace accidents in confined spaces. Sadly, many of the workers' compensation death benefits claims that are filed in Florida and other states every year follow fatal on-the-job...
Construction work is some of the most physical demanding work people can do. While there are a number of tools and regulations that can minimize the impact of and exposure to injury-causing accidents, there are still a disproportionate number of construction workers...
Employees in the transportation industry haul merchandise nationwide to keep store shelves loaded and meet the expectations of consumers. The truckers and other workers who assist with the loading and unloading of goods face several safety hazards. Many workers'...
Whether you are on vacation, need a substitute vehicle while yours is in the shop or have no car of your own, you may occasionally rent a vehicle. With roughly 400,000 automobile accidents occurring on Florida’s roadways in any given year, though, your chances of...
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration proposed a $71,000 penalty after an investigation at a behavioral health facility in Florida. The safety violations that were identified at this acute care inpatient center underscore the hazards to which workers in...
Florida residents who have lost loved ones as the result of another party's negligence -- intentional or unintentional -- may have questions about pursuing recovery of financial and emotional damages. Many circumstances offer grounds for filing wrongful death...
One of the worst highway accidents over the holidays happened on Interstate 75 in Florida on Thursday, Dec. 27. The latest reports indicate that a 59-year-old big rig driver allegedly caused a fiery crash that led to his own death and killed six others. If any...
The Florida Department of Health recently reported that it detected the presence of mosquitoes carrying dangerous viruses. The risks of mosquito bites are always higher during the summer months, and outdoor workers will be wise to take precautions. Although the...
For individuals who hurt themselves on the job, workers' compensation may be critical to maintaining their current lifestyle. The employee's physicians play a strong role in determining the benefits they receive.For you or your loved one to have the best chance...
