Whiplash is so commonly used after a car accident. Unfortunately, it is sometimes used to minimize the injuries after a car accident – “You just have whiplash.” Knowledge is power so let’s look into what whiplash really is. According to the Mayo Clinic, whiplash is a neck injury due to forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of.
Safe Driving Apps That Could Save Lives
There are safe driving apps, but there are also apps that can encourage reckless driving in the quest to be cool on social media. Just check out this video on ABC Action News showing a reckless driver who was captured on the app SnapChat doing dough nuts in the middle of 66th Street North in.
Going to Mediation After a Car Accident or Work Comp Claim?
A mediation conference is something that many of my personal injury and workers’ compensation clients will experience in their case. Often times, a person involved in a car accident or work accident has not been involved in a mediation and is uncertain as to what will happen. This article will discuss what mediations are and.
A Creative Way To Gather Evidence of a Bicycle Accident
After a car accident or bicycle accident, there is often a dispute about who caused the crash. Many bicyclist and motorcyclists are now taking steps to reduce the argument by mounting cameras on the front and rear of their bicycles to capture video of road rage drivers as evidence for police. In a recent Bay.
What Happens Every 46 Minutes on St. Patrick’s Day?
According to U.S. News & World Report, 37 million Americans will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at a bar or restaurant and 13 million pints of Guinness will be consumed worldwide on St. Patrick’s Day. Unfortunately, this means more drunk driving accidents. Enjoy your green beer and corned beef and cabbage, but watch out for those.
Will a Proposed Law Change Reduce Chances Of A Boating Accident?
Wonderful Florida weather brings wonderful Florida boating opportunities. However, with wonderful boating opportunities comes the risk of a serious and sometimes fatal boating accident or crash. Last year alone, there were approximately seventy (70) reported boating accidents in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties alone. Eight of those boating accidents caused a person to be killed. One.
Preventing Black Friday Parking Lot Car Accidents
Too many car accidents happen in the parking lots of Walmart, Target, Kohl’s, Best Buy, Kmart or the malls—especially on Black Friday (and now Thanksgiving Thursday). Taking a few extra seconds can prevent you or a loved one from being injured in a parking lot car accident or a victim of crime in the parking.
Honda Adds to the Air Bag Recall
Car accident injuries are supposed to be reduced by air bags. However, according to ABC Action News, Honda has now added to the millions of vehicles being recalled because of air bag problems – problems so severe that the air bag can shoot pieces of metal into the passenger compartment. The culprit may not be.
The Difference Between Social Security Income and Social Security Disability
Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI or SSD) are both confusing to determine whether someone qualifies for one or the other. This question seems to be one of the most common questions amongst Social Security applicants. Although they may appear to be very similar, they both have exceptionally different eligibility.
The Unfairness of Death Benefits in Florida Work Comp
Florida workers’ compensation benefits can be so unfair sometimes. One situation is when a worker is killed while working. Sadly, this happened last night when a worker was killed in Tampa by a large steal beam while operating a forklift, according to the Tampa Bay Times. The man, identified as Ricardo McCalop, was apparently using.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Dance Floor Injuries at Employer’s Party?
Florida workers’ compensation can be tricky. What if you get hurt at an employer-sponsored and paid-for Halloween party, Christmas party or company picnic? Are you entitled to workers’ compensation benefits? Well, a few days ago, a workers’ compensation judge in Orlando shed some light on this subject. Here are the facts of that case: A.
Car Accidents Impact Everyone – Even the Pope
A car accident can change a person’s life and their family’s lives in seconds. One day, you can be thinking about calling the family member you haven’t spoken in some time and the next day, you are informed that they were seriously injured or even killed in a car accident. Car accidents can impact everyone..
Men Shocked While Tree Trimming — Workers Compensation Benefits?
Two men were injured while within the course of their employment after their aluminum ladder made contact with power lines that they were trimming trees in Largo. According to the Tampa Bay Times, three workers from Happy Palms Tree Service was trimming trees at a home in Largo when two of them, identified as Lance.
Car Accident on U.S. 19 & Curlew Road Closes Lanes and Puts Three in Hospital
If you were one of the hundreds of drivers driving on U.S. Highway 19 near Curlew Road yesterday evening, you were probably stuck in traffic because of this bad car accident. According to TBO.com, this car accident involved 10 vehicles and sent two adults and one infant to the emergency room. According to the TBO.com.
What are the 10 Worst Tampa Bay Intersections for Car Accidents?
Car accident can happen at any intersection, but if you drive on U.S. 19 in the Clearwater/Palm Harbor area, the results of the 10 intersections with the most car accidents will not surprise you. ABC Action News’ I-Team recently analyzed the and found that three of the five bay area intersections with the most car.
Personal Injury Attorney Matthew Noyes Named in Florida Trend’s Top Lawyers
I am honored to be again included in the lawyers listed in Florida Trend’s Legal Elite this year. Just 1,165 lawyers throughout the entire State of Florida are selected which represents fewer than 2% of the active Florida Bar members who practice in Florida. Florida Trend asserts that the lawyers listed as “Legal Elite” exemplify.
Four Kids Left Without Their Mothers After St. Petersburg Car Accident
The crash was not just another early morning St. Petersburg car accident. A family mourns as two are killed and their aunt battles to live while another family waits for their family member to turn themselves in after fleeing the police. According to WFLA.com, the horrific car accident occurred just before 3:00 a.m. Thursday on.
Where Is the Most Dangerous & Safest Cities for Pedestrians?
Pedestrian accidents happen more often than one may think. From 2003 through 2012, 47,025 people died while walking on America’s streets and another estimated 676,000 were injured—meaning someone on foot was hit by a car about every eight minutes. These numbers are part of a report released yesterday by the National Complete Streets Coalition. According.
Pregnant Drivers At Greater Risk of Car Accidents
Car accidents happen whether you are pregnant or not, but are pregnant woman more susceptible to car accidents? According to a recent study, the answer is yes. As published in USA TODAY, a study published in the in the Canadian Medical Association Journal concludes that pregnant women have an extra risk of being involved in.
Jet Ski Accident at Fort De Soto Park is a Preview of Likely Coming Events
As summer approaches, don’t be surprised to read more about jet ski accidents similar to the one that occurred at Fort De Soto Park on Saturday resulting in injuries. According to WFLA.com., on Saturday about 5:30 p.m., the Pinellas County Sheriff Office dive team responded to a call about a jet ski accident in the.