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Self-Driving Cars May Prevent Only a Third of All Car Accidents, a New Study Says
Self-driving vehicles may not be able to prevent most car accidents. A recent study found that autonomous vehicles may not be capable of preventing crashes that involve some of the common driver errors. The study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) showed that autonomous cars could only eliminate about a third… Read More »
Can You Seek Compensation for Your Gym-Related Injury in Miami, Florida?
The fitness industry has been booming in recent years. In Florida, nearly every adult from 20 to 40 years old has a gym membership to keep their beach body in perfect shape. While the importance of gyms in every Florida gymgoer’s life cannot be overstated, accidents and injuries can happen during your weight or… Read More »
Suing a Police Department for Police Brutality or Misconduct in Florida
A recent attack on a female protester during a George Floyd protest in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, highlighted the problem of police brutality during protests. As reported by Sun-Sentinel, a police officer allegedly shot the woman in the head with a high-speed projectile, causing a serious injury to the head. The woman was walking through… Read More »
Water Park Safety Tips: How to Prevent Injury
Amusement and water parks are a popular destination for adults and children who want to escape the summer heat. But how safe are water parks? Unfortunately, water parks pose some of the same hazards associated with swimming pools and natural waters, including but not limited to drownings, slip and falls, as well as disease… Read More »
Filing a Zantac (Ranitidine) Product Liability Lawsuit in Florida if You Have Cancer
Zantac was recalled back in October 2019, but it took the Food and Drug Administration half a year to request manufacturers of ranitidine drugs to withdraw their medication from the market. If you were diagnosed with cancer after consuming Zantac or other ranitidine products for a prolonged period of time, you might be able… Read More »
COVID-19: Can You Sue a Florida Healthcare Provider for Postponing Your Surgery?
The COVID-19 pandemic has turned Americans’ lives upside down and disrupted their plans to travel and have surgeries. After the coronavirus crisis hit Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered all elective medical procedures to be postponed. Surgeries and procedures that were suspended include hip replacements, endoscopies, cataract surgeries, removal of moles and warts, and cosmetic… Read More »
Hit-and-Run Boat Accidents in Florida: Liability and Consequences
Hit-and-run car crashes are not an uncommon occurrence on Florida’s roadways, but many boaters and swimmers do not realize that these accidents can also occur on the water. In fact, hit-and-run boat accidents are more common than you might think. In 2017, Florida had 766 boat accidents, the highest number of accidents than in… Read More »
PWD Ships Medical Supplies For Project Peru To Kausay Wasi Clinic
This week, Dr. Barry Burak of Affiliated Health Care, reached out to PWD to help Project Peru with medical supplies. PWD formed Project Peru and has organized 7 Medical Teams that have performed over 200 free surgeries at the Kausay Wasi Clinic in Peru, and has helped the Clinic in a variety of different… Read More »
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted Auto Insurance Rates in Florida
The COVID-19 pandemic’s impacts on our economy are unmeasurable, with The Wall Street Journal predicting that the U.S. unemployment could hit 17% in June. As of May 11, Floridians filed more than 2 million unemployment claims amid the coronavirus crisis. Business and school closures mandated by Florida’s stay-at-home order led to a significant reduction… Read More »
Avoid Injuries in These 8 Common Accidents While Vacationing in Florida
Being injured on vacation in Florida is never fun. Unfortunately, the risk of injuries is quite high due to the influx of visitors in the Sunshine State, which offers the all-year-round perfect sunny weather. Visitors and tourists can get injured in a variety of accidents when vacationing. If your vacation in Miami or other… Read More »
