Anyone can get into a car accident, and yet few people have given much thought to what they would do if they were injured in one. This checklist offers some suggestions for navigating life after a crash, to help you avoid life-complications that can arise when important issues and tasks slip through the cracks. 1. …
Elderly Abuse A Florida woman was recently arrested on charges of aggravated abuse of an elderly person and neglect of an elderly person following the death of a 74-year-old man under her guardianship. Investigators with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement stated that the woman overrode the man’s wishes for life-sustaining care, including resuscitation and …
Healthy Lifestyle Choices Cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular problems, and diabetes: the list of chronic diseases plaguing the American population continues to grow. While many of these diseases have a strong genetic correlation, lifestyle factors can also make a substantial impact on an individual’s likelihood of developing diseases over the course of one’s lifetime. By making …
Fort Myers Scooter Accident FAQ A 21-year-old man died recently on the Cape Coral Bridge when a vehicle struck him while he was riding a motor scooter. The vehicle was following closely behind the scooter as it traveled westbound in the inside lane across the bridge. The left front of the vehicle hit the back …
People of almost any age, from working-age individuals to the retired elderly, find it all-too-easy to slip into a sedentary lifestyle. Sitting around for the bulk of the day seems easier than getting up and moving, especially for individuals who work behind a desk for the majority of the day. Plus, maintaining an active lifestyle …
In a T-bone accident, the front of one car strikes the side of another, roughly forming a “T” shape at the moment of impact. T-bone accidents most commonly occur at intersections where lanes of traffic cross at right angles. A T-bone accident can cause serious injury for everyone in both vehicles, though passengers in the …
Why Distracted Drivers Are Making Our Roads So Much More Dangerous There are many road dangers that can pose an accident risk — such as unforeseen roadblocks, malfunctioning traffic lights, and occasional sun glare. However, there are some hazardous distractions that are within a driver’s control and can be avoided. Here are some of the …
Florida Car Accident Traumatic Brain Injuries According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car accidents are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) resulting in hospitalization. A TBI can occur due to a sudden strike of the brain against the skull, violent shaking, or a blow to the head from another …
Florida Car Accident Whiplash Injury Being involved in a car accident is both scary and stressful — and after sustaining an injury you’re probably filled with worry about your health. While whiplash may be a common auto accident injury, that doesn’t mean it should be taken lightly. Here’s what you need to know about whiplash, …
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