How Are Amusement Rides Inspected?

That clearly did not happen at Daytona Beach Boardwalk where a mother and her co-worker were thrown from the derailed front car, and fell over 30 feet to the ground. The other passengers, meanwhile, had to be rescued with ladders from local firefighters called to the scene. The victims on the ground were immediately hospitalized. While it’s unclear what circumstances led to the derailing of the rollercoaster car, one thing is clear; it should not have happened under ordinary circumstances, and there are even safeguards in place that are specifically created to prevent this.
Mandatory Inspections
Any facility, whether it is a temporary fairground that moves around the state or country, or a permanent facility, such as the... ...read full post
Is There Asbestos In Your Structure?

An Architectural Bonus
Asbestos is a naturally occurring group of fibrous minerals that can be shaped weaved into other materials for use in construction. It has three primary properties that, for years, made it a material of choice in American building. The first was its flexibility; it was easy to integrate into other building materials, and its fibrous nature meant it could be shaped to whatever tasks were required.
It was also extremely flame resistant, which made it an excellent material to integrate into buildings in order to help maintain structural integrity, especially against fires. Where a... ...read full post
Don’t Leave Yourself At Risk: You Will Always Need An Attorney’s Help With These Five Personal Injury Claims

Severe Injury
Insurance companies are in the business of making money. Even in cases when you are severely injured, they will do everything they can to undercut the full value of your claim. They will use a variety of tactics to trap you into a lower settlement than you deserve. In these cases, you need an experience attorney who can counter these tactics. An attorney who will provide of your injury, the associated costs, and will defend your right to a fair settlement.
Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) are extremely... ...read full post
It’s Not Just The Floor That Needs To Be Safe

This means that if there is a spill on the floor, which could easily lead to someone tripping, slipping or falling, the property owner must deal with the problem as quickly as possible. If the property owner fails to address the danger, any injury that results from it is the legal responsibility of that owner.
More Than Just Floors
However, it’s not only floors that have this legal responsibility. Any walking surface on the... ...read full post
Make Sure To Protect Your Swimming Pool

It all depends on whether or not you respect your responsibilities as a pool owner with regards to premises liability.
Your Normal Obligations
Of course, when you have guests over, especially children, you know that it is important to make sure that the environment is safe. For example if you have a toddler that can’t swim, but are the only supervising adult present, then leave the child alone at the pool while you check on something that may be roasting in the oven, that’s negligence. You are responsible for maintaining a safe pool environment, and... ...read full post
How Much Is My Florida Permanent Disability Worker’s Compensation Claim Worth?

What Benefits Are Awarded In The State Of Florida?
The state of Florida offers a variety of benefits for workplace injuries through workers’ compensation. These include:
● Medical benefits
● Mileage benefits
● Vocational rehabilitation
● Income benefits
All of these benefits are determined by the specific circumstances of your injury.
How Does Florida Define “Permanent”?
In the state of Florida, permanent injuries are generally considered injuries that will last your lifetime. This can include but is not limited to “permanent... ...read full post
Six Most Common Types Of Car Accidents And How An Attorney Can Help

• Head-On Crashes: Head-on collisions are one of the most dangerous auto accidents and almost always lead to debilitating injury. Anytime you are severely injured in an auto accident you need an attorney. Insurance companies are in the business of making money and even in cases of severe injury, will try to undercut the value of your claim. An accident attorney will help you calculate the true value... ...read full post
Social Security Disability Benefits After A Traumatic Brain Injury

What Is TBI?
TBI occurs when a person experiences a sudden blow to the head. This blow causes damages to the brain that can include bleeding, bruising, and swelling. TBI can be mild to severe. TBI can cause a loss of cognitive function such as:
● Memory loss
● Dizziness
● Fatigue
● Loss of fine motor skills
● Speech impairments
● Sleep disturbances
● Headaches
● Memory loss
● Difficulty focusing
● Depression
● Reduced thinking and reasoning skills
What makes TBI such a complex injury is often times these symptoms do not show up immediately after the injury. Sometimes it can take it can take months or years for these symptoms to develop. It is critical if you’ve sustained a head injury that you see a medical professional who can diagnose, treat, and monitor your injury.
TBI And Social Security Disability
In 2016, the Social Security Administration considers TBI a disability under listing 11.18 and listing 12.02. These listings mean that if you have a... ...read full post
Understanding The Basics Of Florida Wrongful Death Claims

What Is Wrongful Death?
Wrongful death is the legal term for when someone has lost their life as the result of another’s negligent or wrongful acts. In the state of Florida, wrongful death is defined by legal code 768.18 “The Wrongful Death Act”. The legal code also defines the right to action, who can file a wrongful death claim, damages that can be awarded, and the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims. Wrongful death is a civil claim and can be filed alongside a criminal case.
Who Can File A Wrongful Death Claim In The State Of Florida?
Florida law allows a personal representative of the deceased person’s estate to file a wrongful death... ...read full post
What Documents Do I Need After A Car Accident?

Police Report: No matter the circumstances of your accident, you should always call the police. The police will help document the accident in an official record. This record will include important details that can help you prove your claim including:
● Proof the accident occurred
● Potential causes of the accident
● Whether or not any traffic laws were violated
● Witness testimonies
To obtain the police report, you will need to contact the law enforcement agency and provide your name and the name(s) of the other driver(s), the date of the accident, and if possible, the badge number... ...read full post
What Your Florida Temporary Disability Claim Is Worth

Workers' Compensation Benefits Available In The State Of Florida
Depending on the circumstances of your claim, there are a variety of benefits you may qualify for when you are injured:
● Medical benefits for all medical treatments related to the injury as authorized
● Mileage benefits covering the cost of travel to and from a doctor’s office
● Vocational rehabilitation including job training, education, and counseling if the injuries are so severe you cannot return to your job
Workers' compensation also covers your lost income... ...read full post
What Happens If I’m Injured When Riding In An Uber Or Lyft?

Common Carrier Laws And Ridesharing Apps
Most transportation carriers including bus companies, taxis, and limousines are defined as “common carriers”. With this definition they have a higher legal obligation to protect the safety of their passengers. If you are injured while in the care of a common carrier, they are solely responsible for your injuries. When Lyft and Uber were first starter, because they by all definitions would fall under common carriers, states assumed these rules would apply. However, the companies argued they are not common carriers and that the liability for accidents should fall on the individual drivers.
Florida Law And Ridesharing Apps
Since Uber and Lyft fell in a grey area, Florida legislators introduced a bill... ...read full post
A Reputable Law Firm For Your Boating Accident Needs

There are nearly 900,000 registered vessels in Florida, so it is easy to see how a day of fun in the sun can turn into a nightmare. Most people understand the dangers of auto accidents, but not everyone realizes the risks on the water. While broken bones, lacerations, and other things can arise from boating accidents, people can also become ejected from the watercraft. When a person lands in the ocean, they face problems like hypothermia, drowning, or even becoming struck by another boat.
The top culprits that cause these incidents include skier mishaps, collisions with... ...read full post
Resist Boating Under The Influence

And while it’s true that a boat is a different sort of vehicle, and that traffic law and nautical law have some dif-ferent conventions, there’s one thing that the law is firm on regardless of being ashore or afloat. Being under the influence is illegal.
It’s The Law
In the same way that a driver can be charged with DUI, or driving under the influence of alcohol, the same thing exists in the marine environment, only now it is called BUI, or boating under the influence. Unfortunately, due to the mostly leisure nature of the vast majority of boats in Florida waters, BUI is not a tiny, isolated legal infrac-tion. As... ...read full post
Don't Become An Auto Accident Statistic By Avoiding These Things While Driving

• Partial Or Full Paralysis
• Burns, Cuts, And Bruises
• Brain Injuries
• Fractured And Broken Bones
As if the pain and suffering were not enough after an auto accident, money woes also become an issue. On many occasions, the injured party cannot work due to the wounds, which makes paying for things like rent, groceries, and lights nearly impossible. Plus, recovering from car crash damages is not cheap. Victims regularly have to pay for doctors appointments, emergency room visits, physical therapist meetings, and prescriptions.
Don't just accept these expenses, particularly if another driver is to blame for the injuries. Hire an auto accident lawyer to fight with your best interests... ...read full post
Drive Safely This Summer

Follow The Weather Reports
Florida, being in the unique geographical position it is in the USA, gets directly hit by more hurricanes than any other state in the country. The very nature of a hurricane makes it dangerous and unpredictable, which is why staying informed about developing weather conditions is essential. Once hurricane warnings start being made, take heed and consider not driving if you have the option.
If you’re already on... ...read full post
Being A Good Samaritan Requires Legal Protection

On the other hand, deciding to help a person in need opens up the rescuers to legal liability. In other words, the decision to help may, if the victim decides on it, leave that rescuer open to being sued. Trying to remove someone from a car mangled in an accident, for example, and actually causing more injuries in the attempt can mean the person just rescued can successfully take that rescuer to court for negligence.
So does this mean that whenever a Floridian sees someone else in danger... ...read full post
Watch Out For Heatstroke In Cars This Summer

But there’s one area where negligence can come from what an adult does, and that is leaving children—or even pets—in a car during the summer. Sometimes this can lead to serious illness, and other times, tragically, it can lead to death.
The Florida Danger
Everyone makes mistakes, and sometimes an act of carelessness can result in inconveniences, such as forget-ting to put the lid on a cooler and letting the ice keeping the drinks cool melt. But other times, negligent mo-ments can lead to injury, and sometimes even death. Heatstroke is not something that is normally associated with an act of carelessness, but in Florida, that is very much... ...read full post