As we inch closer to life as it was before this pandemic, demonstrated by the increased swarms of cars that we're all seeing return to the streets of South Florida, so are the rise of car accidents. Just this month, two people in Hollywood were killed...
If you were involved in a car crash over the holiday season, chances are good that negligence probably played a big role. Even with the pandemic, there were over 341,000 auto accidents in the state of Florida. Since a good share of those accidents occur over...
This holiday season has already proven itself to be a busy one, especially in South Florida. Nearly 110 million people are expected to travel throughout the United States between Dec. 23 and Jan. 2, according to AAA. That's nearly 28 million more travelers than the 2020...
You’ve probably heard about the dangers of driving on Thanksgiving. After the big meal, roads often fill up with people driving back home. Or, in recent years, to camp out at their store of choice to make sure they’re first in line for Black Friday...
We always have high expectations for holidays. After all, they are some of the most fun times of the year. But all the fun makes getting injured or sick during this time of year especially disappointing. Don’t miss out on the holiday fun or have to...
VRBO and others revolutionized the vacation rental industry when they launched, providing a simple platform for homeowners to rent their partial or entire properties for short-term stays. Instead of limiting your stay to hotels and motels, VRBO and other similar vacation rental companies have allowed property...
It’s hard to believe that Halloween is already upon us. Children of all ages look forward to Halloween all year, and sometimes parents may even join in on the fun. However, Halloween fun also comes with particular hazards that parents need to watch out for...
As your teen approaches their 15th birthday, they have an exciting opportunity – the ability to get their learner’s permit. The Florida learner’s permit allows residents to start the journey toward driving – and freedom! However, in the immortal words of Uncle Ben from Spiderman...
Airbnb recently announced that it will allow hosts and guests to sue the company over claims of sexual assault and harassment in its listings. This will remove a mandatory arbitration clause that had previously been buried in their 40-page terms of service for more than...
Recently 3 people were killed after a Range Rover had collided into a car on Sunset Drive in Miami. The crash occurred just before 6 a.m. at the intersection of Sunset Drive and Southwest 92nd Avenue. [video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://southfloridainjurylawfirm.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/3-people-dead-range-rover.mp4"][/video] Now, on its face, the sounds pretty cut-and-dry....
The school year started with in-person classes in Broward County and Miami-Dade County today. In Miami, 350,000 students and about 18,000 teachers, including 300 new hires, returned to classrooms on Monday for their first day of the 2021-22 school year. In Broward, 257,000 students and...
A lot of people don’t take slip and fall injuries very seriously, but they are incredibly common and often have devastating results. Case-in-point: they are a leading cause of emergency room visits in Florida. Now, this doesn’t mean that every single fall someone experiences leads to a...
If you are hurt by an electrical injury in Florida, you need to know why they happen and how negligence is to blame for many common injuries. We’re going to detail some of the most common injuries due to electrocution in Florida and how you...
It was early Saturday evening in Wilton Mantors when a white pickup truck struck two people just before the Stonewall Pride Parade was set to begin. The 2011 white Dodge Ram was the lead vehichle that had lined up with other floats when it accelerated...
Driving a truck is not an easy job. It’s very exhausting to be on the road all the time, which explains why truck drivers are known to sometimes cause accidents. And since trucks are really big compared to other vehicles you can find on the...
The cyclist accident involved a 15-year-old cyclist from Pembroke Pines who was riding his bicycle Monday when he was struck by a car, authorities said. The boy, who was not identified by Pembroke Pines police, was riding on the sidewalk eastbound on the 15800 block of...
Voice assist. Self-parking cars. Forward collision warnings. There are many possible safety features you can get for cars today, but not all of them are created equal. Some are incredibly useful and drastically reduce your chances of getting into an accident (or increase your chances of...
If you have suffered an injury while on the job and accrued medical expenses or been forced to miss work as a result, you may be eligible to file a workers' compensation claim to cover your expenses. If your loved one died as a result...
A deadly auto accident happened in Plantation Florida near 441 on NW 47th Avenue and Sunrise Boulevard. Two people were killed in a sedan after being hit by an SUV. The impact tore the sedan’s front and rear axles completely off. Sunrise Boulevard was...
Uber and Lyft have really made getting around town a lot easier. The apps are simple to use, the cars are relatively inexpensive, and getting a ride only takes a few minutes. However, as wonderful as Uber and Lyft are for convenience when you need a...
Thanksgiving and Black Friday are almost here, and people everywhere are getting ready for the feasting and family fun. However, while you prep for the festivities, it’s important to be aware of the fact that auto accidents spike over the Thanksgiving and Black Friday weekend. In...
It’s your car—the vehicle that gets you to work every day, that carries your groceries home, shelters you and your family on road trips. For many Americans, it can be nearly impossible to see their beloved motor vehicle as a hazard. Massive, heavy, and fast-moving, cars...
Living in South Florida, it's inevitable to deal with rain. According to statistics by US Climate Data, the West Palm Beach alone area receives 62 inches of precipitation annually. When researchers ranked the top 10 wettest cities to live in, two of which are in...
On October 13th and 14th, Amazon Celebrates Prime Day(s). Prime Day is the perfect time for shoppers to score up to 50 percent off on popular categories, like tech, electronics, Amazon devices, home, kitchen, clothing, shoes, wellness, and more. With the uncertainty and the strain that COVID-19...
On a Sunday afternoon in September, one car overturned and erupted in flames, the other was left badly damaged after a car accident at the intersection of Griffin Road and Southwest 118th Avenue in Cooper City. Tyrone White, captain of the Miami-Dade Police Department, was killed...
Accidents haven't stopped, so we haven't either. We’re successfully navigating the ongoing pandemic by serving clients remotely and taking on your personal injury cases. Communicating with Our Clients As the pandemic has pushed law firms across the country to close down their offices, the Injury Law Firm of South...
COVID-19 has created a dramatic shift in all of our lives and even on our South Florida roadways. With residents holed up at home, working remotely and running fewer errands than ever, rush hour traffic has dipped considerably. Shuttered bars and restaurants has meant fewer...
Accidents happen every day. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 6,452,000 police-reported accidents in one recent year. That’s an AVERAGE of over 17,000 accidents per day! Thankfully, a great deal of these are minor accidents. Regardless of the...
Car crashes happen in Florida every day. Lots of car crashes. Which means lots of people getting hurt in all kinds of ways. Below we are going to go over seven of the most common types of injuries that tend to occur in automobile accidents. If...
Just as you wouldn’t hire a doctor, contractor, or a therapist who isn’t trustworthy or experienced, you should tread carefully when choosing a personal injury lawyer. Your attorney will play an invaluable role in your personal injury case, often making the difference between a denied or...
At the Injury Law Firm of South Florida, we stand in support of the many brave men and women working in our hospitals, as well as our first responders fighting against COVID-19. We are taking care of our clients, our employees and our families and...
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has completely changed the way of life for people all over this country. The court system has been dramatically affected, and those with ongoing personal injury lawsuits are having to make adjustments. COVID-19 is bringing numerous businesses, healthcare facilities, and court...
Many Floridians are aware that our state has its share of car crashes, dangerous roads, and distracted drivers, but many residents might be unaware that Florida also ranks high among the most dangerous states for pedestrians – and cyclists aren’t far behind. An astounding 1 in...
Every year between late February and early April, traffic fatalities rise in certain areas of the country. Why? What’s happening? Two words: spring break. Those findings are from a new study that illustrates the spike in deadly auto accidents specific to “spring break destinations. Traffic fatality rates in...
Riding a motorcycle can be exhilarating. The roar of the engine provides the soundtrack for flying down the open road – just you and your bike. But riding a motorcycle can also be dangerous. The thrill of riding a motorcycle can quickly become risky if...
Have you recently been injured on another’s property or because someone else made a mistake? Are wondering if you have a personal injury case on your hands? There are a variety of situations that may seem like viable personal injury claims, but it’s not always clear...
Nowadays, many more trucks are entering our roadways, sharing the same space we use in our everyday life. Product demand has significantly increased, and so does the congestion of commercial trucking. Unfortunately, with the increased numbers of trucks entering service they bring with them an...
Imagine sleeping soundly in bed and then a loud crashing crane comes through your roof. It was a scene that happened this week in North Miami Beach, where a crane that was being used to repair a seawall slid off a barge and struck the roof...
Car accidents can happen anywhere. Especially where you least expect it. Parking lots, driveways, parking garages, and drive-thrus are well-known for accident scenes. Even your own living room. On Wednesday, August 21st, an accident involving two cars ended up crashing into a Miami Gardens home. One of...
Dade and Broward county roads are about to become a bit more confusing and request drivers to be more attentive to the road and the scheduled construction plans on the 826 Palmetto Expressway and I-75 throughout August 2019, while making room for a new Express...
July 4th tends to evoke backyard barbecues, poolside cocktails, and fireworks at dusk. We usually think of spending this holiday with family, and staying close to home. On the contrary, AAA pegs the fourth as one of their busiest days. Did you know the average distance...
Summer is upon us, and it’s peak swimming pool season in the sunshine state. Although swimming is a great way to cool off and get some exercise, it can also be dangerous. Statistics show three children die every day from swimming pool accidents, and many more...
Memorial Day offers a time to celebrate loved ones lost. It also signals the beginning of another Florida summer which often means road trip! In either case, we all find a reason and a way to cut loose. Unfortunately, these celebrations also lead to an uptick...
Johnson & Johnson has been a trusted name in cosmetics and household products for decades. However, in recent years, they have come under fire for lawsuits that suggest their talcum powder products caused cancer. The company isn’t just paying with a blow to their reputation, either....
Every summer, Floridians look forward to that much needed break that summer camp provides: the kids to get away from the daily grind of the school year, and you to get a little breathing room from them. Exactly how much of a break would it be,...
In the height of prom season, across the country, local police and first responders work with surrounding schools, survivors, and other drunk driving prevention organizations to reenact realistic reminders of why teens in their communities shouldn’t drink and drive. One survivor in Illinois recounted his experience...
Cycling is not only a convenient and healthy way to get around in Florida, but it’s widely accepted as an effective means of reducing congestion on the road and improving the quality of our environment. However, the relationship between drivers and cyclists in Florida has always...