When another driver’s behavior causes an accident that results in injury, injured victims may be entitled to seek compensation. Injured victims have a right to compensation for accident-related injuries, damage to their vehicle, and other expenses related to losses from the accident. When do injured victims need an attorney to step in and help? After …
What to Expect Physically After a Car Accident
Oftentimes, car accident victims notice immediate signs of injury, for example, significant pain, swelling, or bleeding. Car accident victims frequently experience head injuries, which may result in a loss of consciousness. A forceful impact to the head coupled with a loss of consciousness may be indicative of a traumatic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries may …
The Impact of Slip and Fall Accidents in Nursing Homes
After experiencing a slip and fall accident, healthy young individuals typically only experience minor injuries, if any, and may quickly and fully recover. Elderly individuals, on the other hand, have a high risk of suffering serious injuries or even death as a result of a slip and fall accident. One in four Americans over the …
Why Do Bedsores Occur?
Many families agonize over the decision to put a loved one into a nursing home or other type of long-term care facility. When they finally commit, they expect their family member to receive exceptional care and be treated with dignity and respect. Florida has the largest population of elders in the nation, and is home …
Why Is Elder Abuse Often Difficult to Identify?
Nationally, elder abuse is a growing problem, one that experts believe is widely underreported. According to a recent study, one out of every 13 elders is the victim of abuse. No one wants to see an elder they love suffer from abuse, but unfortunately, elder abuse occurs throughout the country. Despite all of the red …
Slips and Falls Involving the Elderly
A recent study revealed that the mortality rate from falls experienced by people over the age of 75 more than doubled during a recent six year period. During that time, the death rate from falls in that age group increased from 52 per 100,000 people to 111 per 100,000 people. The health scientist at the …
Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Motorcycles lack the protective features found in other vehicles, including a steel frame, seat belts, and airbags. In addition, they have less stability than four-wheeled vehicles. These two factors mean that the injuries suffered by motorcycle riders are often very serious. If you are experiencing injures from a motorcycle accident, contact one of Fort Myers …
How to Treat Road Rash from a Motorcycle Accident
Most motorcyclists are familiar with the term “road rash,” and many have even experienced it. Although road rash is often considered a minor injury, it can sometimes lead to potentially life-threatening complications. If you have suffered injures from a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced Fort Myers motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible. Read on …
How to Determine Who Bears Liability for a Car Accident
A car accident can cause devastating injuries and property damage. In general, the party or parties that caused or contributed to that car accident bear legal liability for the associated financial damages, but to claim compensation, the victim of that accident must identify the liable parties. How can you tell who bears fault for a …
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