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A dog bite can feel personal in a way other injuries don’t. Pain is immediate, there are concerns about infection, and the attack can leave you dealing with stitches, scars, missed work, and a stack of medical visits. Florida law gives you a direct path to hold a dog owner…

By Ryan M. McCarthy, Firm Partner Negligent security claims are particular and specialized. These types of matters are characterized as premises liability claims, as opposed to ordinary negligence. And this is an important distinction because it means that the duty of care owed to the victim is based upon the…

Commercial trucks carry heavy loads across long distances along Florida’s highway system. According to the National Safety Council, Florida ranks third, behind California and Texas, for commercial truck-related fatalities. Despite different types of truck accidents, the outcome is rarely a fender bender. The size and weight of a tractor-trailer create…

The phrase Florida personal injury laws refers to a collection of Florida statutes and principles that govern negligence, damages, and filing deadlines. Together this set of rules creates the framework for how injury cases are evaluated in the state and outlines when an injured person can seek recovery. ​​If you’ve…

If a person in Florida lets a family member, friend, or any other person to drive their car, they can be held responsible for any accidents caused by the driver. Known as the Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine, the law places liability on the owner of a vehicle even when they were…

By Michael V. Baxter, Esq. Firm Partner As an attorney who has specialized in handling medical malpractice cases for 25 years, my practice is focused on pursuing justice for those who are victims of catastrophic medical malpractice. What is catastrophic medical malpractice? Catastrophic medical malpractice is harm caused by medical…