Monthly Archives: January 2022
What Is The Role Of Informed Consent In Medical Malpractice Cases?
One type of medical malpractice involves physicians or other health care professionals operating on a patient without that patient’s informed consent. The following article will discuss the role of informed consent in medical malpractice cases. What is informed consent? An informed consent claim is based on the idea that a patient would not have… Read More »
How To Report Abuse In A Florida Nursing Home?
Unfortunately, abuse in nursing homes is not an uncommon occurrence in Florida and other states. However, a large percentage of incidents involving abuse and neglect in long-term care facilities are never reported for two primary reasons: Victims of abuse do not have the mental or physical capacity to report the abuse; or Abused residents… Read More »
Determining Responsibility For A Boat Accident Injury (Is A Liability Waiver An Obstacle?)
Renting a boat and going for a ride is a popular outdoor activity in Florida. The Sunshine State’s climate attracts millions of tourists from all across the globe to get out on the water. As exciting as boating can be, stories of people getting injured or dying in boat accidents are not unheard of…. Read More »
The Pros And Cons Of Florida’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance
If you were recently injured in a car accident in the state of Florida, you might contemplate filing a personal injury lawsuit. This process can be intimidating and tedious, especially if you are not well-versed on Florida personal injury law. Before you decide whether to file a personal injury lawsuit or hire an attorney,… Read More »
Florida’s DeSantis Overhauls NICA Program For Brain-Damaged Infants
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new law overhauling the state’s program that provides care and cash benefits for brain-damaged infants. The new legislation is the most significant reform of the Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA) in its history. The program, which was created in 1988, ensures that children born with catastrophic brain… Read More »
What Do The Best Car Accident Attorneys Have In Common?
If you were recently injured in a car accident and plan to sue the other driver, you will want to ensure that you find a competent personal injury attorney who has experience litigating these kinds of accidents. This article will discuss what some of the best car accident attorneys have in common to give… Read More »
Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Expenses?
Following a car accident, it is paramount to promptly determine what party is responsible for the accident and whether or not that party has the appropriate insurance coverage to compensate for your injuries. In rare instances, you may be required to use your own health insurance coverage to pay for your medical expenses. This… Read More »
Writing A Demand Letter
If you were recently injured and you believe another party is responsible for those injuries, you will need to draft a demand letter to inform that party of the specific injuries you have sustained in order to receive compensation. The following article will provide some information regarding what you should include in a demand… Read More »