Anytime is the perfect time to take a ride out on the motorcycle. As exhilarating and enjoyable as it is, there are still major safety precautions to consider before operating a motorcycle. Motorcycle laws are extremely important to follow in order to prevent accidents from occurring, and to reduce the amount of deaths that happen […]
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ADHD Awareness Month – Is Your Medication Safe?
October means it’s ADHD Awareness Month. It’s important to know that you’re getting the right medications, and that you are aware of possible side-effects, which is ultimately the responsibility of the manufacturer. ADHD is commonly treated with drug therapy through the use of stimulant and non-stimulant medications, such as Strattera, Adderall, Daytrana and Ritalin, just […]
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National Do Something Nice Day
The seasons change so fast, and before you know it, it’s already Fall! More excitingly, it’s the best month of the year, October. What’s even better? National Do Something Nice Day falls on October 5! There are many ways to contribute your own participation to this event. Whether you driving in a car, taking a troll […]
Jet Ski Accidents
Jet skis are truly a fun time over the beautiful Florida ocean. Their popularity stems from their high maneuverability, their ability to reach speeds in excess of 65 mph and their ability to operate close to shore in shallow waters. Many operators like to spin doughnuts, jump the wakes of boats and operate at high rates […]
When Doctor’s Prescribe Wrong Medication
Administering Wrong Medication or Wrong Dosage Physicians and nurses can be liable for prescribing the wrong medication. They can simply make a mistake about what medication should be prescribed or what dosage to prescribe. It is shockingly easy to administer the wrong amount of medication. For example, any health care provider misses or transposes even […]
Legal Issues Surrounding Drunk Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), three people are killed in alcohol-related highway crashes every two hours. The consequences of drinking and driving are arrests, property damage, injuries, and thousands of deaths each year. A number of state laws allow for a felony DUI (or DWI) charge in cases where the driver’s […]
Patient Abandonment
Patient abandonment is a form of medical malpractice that occurs when a physician terminates the doctor-patient relationship without reasonable notice or excuse, and fails to provide the patient with an opportunity to find a qualified replacement care provider. There are many these cases in which a doctor might terminate a relationship with a patient without a […]
Don’t Forget Your Seatbelt!
When something is in motion, it stays that way until it hits an immovable object. Thus, when you ride in a car, the car isn’t the only thing moving—you are as well. If the car stops gently, you stop gently. When the car stops quickly, you keep moving and jerk forward and back. In most […]
Boat Defects
Sunny Southwest Florida is the perfect place to take the boat out on the weekends with friends and family. It’s not so fun, though, when you find out that your boat has a defect issue. In product liability cases, the rule of strict liability in tort will be applied. The liability of a manufacturer or a […]
Product Liability – Car Defects
When you buy a car, you should expect it to work properly. Unfortunately, there have been many cases where they have been the source of injuries and accidents due to improperly designed seat belts, tires blowouts, and vehicles that roll over due to poor foundation design. Defects in cars or car parts may occur at the design […]
