Construction is one of the most hazardous industries to work in today. If you are hurt at a job site, you may be entitled to financial compensation. This is true even if the injury occurred while you were traveling across state lines to work. Now, construction accidents can be serious. There are a variety of…
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What is a Res Ipsa Loquitur?
As you may have noticed, the legal world has its share of unique terms. For that reason, it can be helpful to look at the law as having its own language. Now, one of the expressions you may come across is res ipsa loquitur. This is a Latin phrase that translates to “the thing speaks…
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What’s the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?
Today, the terms lawyer and attorney are often used interchangeably. In most situations, this usage is correct and the titles mean the same thing. But, traditionally, a lawyer is a person that has graduated law school, while an attorney is someone that both graduated law school and passed the bar exam. Keep in mind that…
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Understanding Car Accident Injuries, Crashes, and Causes
Millions of car crashes happen each year. While this can seem like a staggering number, most of these accidents only result in property damage. However, serious injuries and death do occur, so it’s important to be as safe a possible when out on the road. Most of the individuals injured in car accidents are drivers…
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I Got a Tattoo and It’s Infected – Can I File a Lawsuit?
Tattoos have become an increasingly popular form of body modification. At the same time, they involve punctures to the skin that can lead to infections. In some cases, these infections can become quite serious. Now, infections are typically caused by poor hygiene practices at the tattoo parlor. This means that if you are able to…
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What Happens If I Don’t Show Up for Jury Duty?
A jury summons is not something most people look forward to receiving in the mail. However, jury duty is an important civic responsibility that helps keep our justice system going. Criminal defendants and parties to personal injury lawsuits depend on juries in Miami every day. So, while spending a day or more at the courthouse…
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Are Hidden Nanny Cams Legal?
We live in an age where video technology is becoming universal. In fact, it’s now routine practice to use cameras to help keep ourselves and loved ones safe. At the same time, we all have a right to privacy in certain locations that must be protected. This limits the degree to which we can be…
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Florida Second in Nation for Workplace Accidents
In addition to a safe working environment, most Florida employers are required to provide you with workers’ compensation insurance to cover any injuries you experience while on the job. In some cases, though, injured workers are denied the compensation they deserve. The bad news often snowballs as lost wages and mounting medical bills put the…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Going to the Emergency Room After an Accident
Driving is considered a convenient mode of transportation for many people. It is also an inherently dangerous activity that can lead to accidents resulting in bodily harm. If an injury is severe, you may be rushed to the emergency room following a vehicle collision. Under Florida law, your automobile insurance provider is required to offer…
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Can I Sue for Emotional Distress?
NOTE: We only handle cases involving accidents and injuries. This article is for informational purposes only. Information found in the article does not constitute as formal legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. We cannot help you beyond the information provided below if you have suffered from emotional distress. We often think of…
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