We recently discussed the relationship between negligence and reasonableness. Negligence is often defined by what a reasonable person in the same or similar situation would or would not do. We look to community standards and human experience to make this determination. But what happens when the person that causes an accident is a minor? What standard is used then? Surely, …
The Importance of Medical Care After an Accident
When someone is injured in an accident, they often seek medical treatment for the injuries they can immediately see or feel. The severity of the injury or any pain they are experiencing will usually dictate what kind of attention they seek from medical providers. There are medical and legal reasons why you should immediately get full medical attention after an …
Why Timing Matters in Premises Liability Accident Cases
It is often said that sports are won or lost by inches or seconds. Small deviations in time and space can make all the difference. The same can be said for proving negligence in personal injury cases. The length of time a dangerous condition exists is often a crucial part of a personal injury case. Negligence and Reasonableness Remember that …
How Criminal Charges Relate to Civil Injury Trials
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. …