See You In Court! Words some lawyers and insurance companies say when they cannot reach an agreement. Well, that won’t happen in Florida until July. However, that won’t stop us from fighting for our clients and moving their cases forward! Earlier this week, Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady extended the suspension of trials.
Broken and Uneven Sidewalks May Finally Get Repaired in Clearwater
While walking on sidewalks in Clearwater, you shouldn’t have to be staring at the ground, but in many areas you have to in order to avoid the hidden trip hazards. According to the Americans With Disabilities Act, all it takes is a quarter inch difference in elevations for someone to trip. Too many Clearwater sidewalks.
What is a Brachial Plexus Injury After a Car Accident?
A brachial plexus injury is sometimes overlooked after a car accident. It may be because the doctor thinks the pain is caused by a disc in the cervical spine or a shoulder injury. In order to know if you have a brachial plexus injury after a crash, you first have to know what it is.
Pedestrian Deaths – New Report Shows Where Tampa Bay Ranks
Sadly, when a pedestrian is hit by a car, there is a strongly likelihood that the pedestrian accident will result in serious injury or death to the pedestrian. A new report shows how serious the problem of pedestrian deaths is in Tampa Bay. According to ABC Action News, the report from Smart Growth America found.
This Memorial Day Weekend Avoid a Car Accident or Boating Accident
Memorial Day is a great opportunity to gather with friends and family. If you are driving this Memorial Day weekend, you are not alone. More than 37 million people are expected to hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Sadly, this means that the chances of being involved in a car accident this.
Epidural Steroid Injections After a Car Accident
An epidural steroid injection (ESI) are often performed after a neck or back injury caused by a car accident or work comp injury. Many of my clients simply agree to the procedure without clearly understanding an epidural steroid injection and how it works. This article will generally explain an epidural steroid injection, but you should.
Making Gulf Boulevard Safer for Pedestrians
Gulf Boulevard may be great for tourists, but it is dangerous for pedestrians. There were more than 450 crashes along Gulf Boulevard from 2011-2015, according to Forward Pinellas. Now, Pinellas County may be taking steps to make it safer to cross Gulf Boulevard. ABC Action News reports that Forward Pinellas is discussing a possible option.
Herniated Disc After Car Accident – How Do You Know?
After a car accident, it may take weeks or months to realize that the automobile accident caused a herniated disc. Why is that? What is a disc herniation and how is a herniated disc diagnosed. Although I am not a doctor (and you should not rely on me for medical advise), here is some of.
Tree Crushes Car As She Parks for Work – Entitled to Work Comp?
A woman going to work narrowly escaped serious injury after a huge oak tree uprooted and fell on her car as she parked her car at her work. ABC Action News reports that the woman had to crawl out through the passenger side of her vehicle and was later taken to a local hospital for.
A Thumb Injury Can Happen On the Field And In The Car
A thumb injury has added to the stresses of what is going to be a long Tampa Bay Rays season. Today, the Tampa Bay Times reported that Kevin Kiermaier will have surgery for a torn ligament in his right thumb from a slide into second base yesterday. A torn thumb ligament or other thumb injury.
Loss of Consortium Lesson – Just in Time for St. Valentine’s Day
When a spouse is injured in a car accident, slip and fall or other personal injury matter, the non-injured spouse could be entitled to loss of consortium damages. What are loss of consortium damages? Consortium generally refers to the services, comfort, society and attentions of a spouse. It does not simply mean that the injuries.
Jeopardy’s Alex Trebek Gives Reason to Discuss Subdural Hematoma
Serious Medical Condition for $800, Alex. The reason why Jeopardy’s Alex Trebek had brain surgery. Answer, What is a subdural hematoma? According to ABC Action News, “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek was diagnosed in mid-December with a condition known as subdural hematoma, a complication from hitting his head in a bad fall in October. As a.
Teen Driving – Who’s More Unsafe? 16-Year-Olds or 18-Year-Olds?
Who do you think drives safer – a 16 year-old driver or an 18-year-old driver? A new study of teen driving may surprise you. According to a study commissioned by Liberty Mutual Insurance and Students Against Destructive Decisions, older teen drivers are overconfident and perceive themselves as safer drivers despite experiencing more accidents and near.
Involved In A Boating Accident? Not Surprised Since Florida Has The Most Boating Accidents
With summer here and beautiful water all around us, who wouldn’t want to take the boat out for an afternoon trip? Unfortunately, each boating jaunt is a risk for a boating accident – something that is on the rise in Florida. According to ABC Action News, Florida continues to lead the nation in boating accidents..
St. Petersburg Pedestrian Accident Causes Serious Injuries To 17-Year-Old
A 17-year-old pedestrian sustained serious injuries this morning after she was struck by a car in St. Petersburg, according to the Tampa Bay Times. St. Petersburg Police report that the incident occurred on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street at 54th Avenue North, less than a mile from Northeast High School. Police are investigating the.
Dealing with a Pinched Nerve
Many of us have experienced the symptoms of a pinched nerve before. Fortunately, for some the symptoms subside with rest. However, for many others, a pinched nerve can affect them for a long time. Signs of a pinched nerve include numbness or decreased sensation in the area supplied by the nerve; sharp, aching or burning.
A Cause of Back Pain Returning Soon
We all know that a car accident, slip and fall or work comp injury can cause back pain. According to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, an estimated 75 to 85 percent of all Americans will experience some form of back pain during their lifetime. About 50 percent of all patients who suffer from an.
Understanding Loss of Consortium on St. Valentine’s Day
St. Valentine’s Day is a day for “comfort, society and attention” . . . and love. After a car accident or other personal injury, you may hear more about “comfort, society and attention” because that is how the damages for loss of consortium is defined. As you know, from prior posts, a car accident, slip.
Understanding a Herniated Disc
A herniated disc impacts millions of people around the world – not just those persons with the herniated disc, but their family members, friends and work associates they encounter every day. A herniated disc can result from the natural aging process of a person’s spine. However, a herniated disc can also develop after a car.
The Chance of Getting Hit by a Car is Increasing – Who Pays Medical Bills?
Getting hit by a car while walking has become a greater risk. A recent report shows an estimated 2,125 pedestrians were killed in the first half of 2014 with deaths from pedestrians getting by a car being up 15% since 2009. With school starting soon and more walkers on the road, it is important that.