It often seems like the world of criminal law and civil law are separate and distinct. They often use separate judges, have separate laws, and carry separate penalties. But although there is certainly a difference between the two, they intersect more than you might imagine. A civil or personal injury lawyer does not need to be an expert on our …
Workplace Injuries: Who Can Sue and When
Since many of us spend more time at our workplace than at home or engaging in leisure activities, it should come as no surprise that injuries in the workplace are common. Injuries can result if an employee is simply engaged in a naturally dangerous activity, such as construction work, but can even occur in offices or other environments typically considered …
Staying Safe and Avoiding Injury in the Pool
Summer is upon us, and with it, comes the summer heat. For many, this means that it is time for fun in the family or community pool. For most, pool activities will be relaxation and enjoyment. But for some, usage of a pool will end in catastrophe. The Dangers of a Pool We do not think of a pool as …
How the Evidence Code Affects Personal Injury Trials
In any kind of trial, most people think that if there is evidence that tends to prove or disprove someone’s case, a court (judge or jury) should hear or see it. After all, trials are where parties present everything about their case, and those parties have a right to have all of their information considered. Rules of evidence can be …
Technology in Our Cars Can Make Driving Even More Dangerous
It is no secret that we need technology to enrich our lives and advance society. But with each technological advancement comes new questions and potential problems, including potential threats to our safety. As our cars become mobile technological devices, with integrated screens, Wi-Fi, and other gadgets, new challenges to ensure our safety will also surely arise. Distractions in our Cars …
Traumatic Brain Injury Victims Have Hope of Recovery With New Technologies
Human beings have an innate tendency to believe in what we can see. “Seeing is believing, ” is not just a phrase for many people, including jurors. In personal injury trials, lawyers try to feed this tendency through the use of photos, diagrams, re-creations, and videos. When it comes to injuries, this is especially true. Showing gruesome photos, detailed X-rays, …
Motorcycle Safety on South Florida Roads
Summer is slowly creeping towards us, and with it are all the traditional summer activities that Floridians tend to enjoy. Some of those activities may involve motorcycle riding. The speed and agility of riding a bike in the Florida sun can be quite an allure, but if precautions are not taken, the thrill ride can lead to serious personal injuries. …
What You Need to Know About Injury Cases and Bankruptcy
If you are injured in an accident, the option of bankruptcy may seem tempting. Unfortunately, many accident victims go this route without understanding how it will affect their personal injury claims. Filing for bankruptcy can have a serious—and sometimes devastating—effect on a personal injury claim, which can take you by surprise if you do not understand the interplay between the …
Children’s Injuries – The Causes May Not Be What You Think
As devastating and damaging as injuries to adults can be, injuries to children can be even more difficult to deal with. There is an inherent contradiction in children, in that they are the segment of society we are committed to protect, yet by their very nature and activities, children are often more likely to sustain personal injuries than adults. That …
Insurance Can Be of Vital Importance in Personal Injury Cases
Most lawsuits involving personal injuries after an accident involve two sides: The person (or people) who were injured, and the people or companies who were negligent and caused the accident and injury. But hidden beneath the surface of Jane Victim vs. John Negligent Party is the role of the insurance carrier. Many do not realize just how important an insurance …