Can Someone Sue After Signing a Waiver of Liability Form in Florida?
Last week, a six year old little girl died tragically at an amusement park in Colorado. Currently the investigation is ongoing trying to determine what caused this little girl to fall over a hundred feet off a ride that was designed for families and kids. Some questions have arisen, whether the amusement park was…
Can You Sue the State of Florida for Negligence?
Yes, you can sue the State of Florida for negligence, but there are strict legal procedures to follow. The state has waived some of its sovereign immunity protections under the Florida Tort Claims Act, allowing lawsuits for negligence claims against state employees acting within the scope of their duties. However, there are limitations on…
What Do I Need to Know About Florida Motorcycle Accidents?
Motorcycle accidents can have deadly results. According to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), there were 597 motorcycle fatalities in the state of Florida in 2019. The following article will provide some statistics regarding Florida motorcycle accidents and highlight some common causes of these types of accidents. Florida Motorcycle Accident Statistics The following statistics…
What Are the Potential Defense Stances in a Product Liability Case in Florida?
If you were ever injured by a product, you may have a valid products liability claim against the manufacturer of the product, as well as against any distributor, seller, or retailer of that product. However, it is crucial to understand some of the potential defenses that a manufacturer or retailer may bring in a…
What Negligent Security Laws Apply to Florida Convenience Stores?
Store owners can sometimes be liable for injuries that occur to people who enter their premises. This is due to the fact that store owners owe a duty to entrants to ensure that their premises are safe. This duty to keep entrants safe on the premises also extends to protecting entrants from the criminal…
What Are the Best Practical Tips to Prevent Drowsy Driving in Florida?
Driving while drowsy is extremely dangerous. Though it is often hard to specifically pinpoint whether a person involved in a car accident was driving while drowsy, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that drowsy driving has led to about 697 deaths in 2019. The following article will provide some helpful tips to…
How Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Use Technology to Prepare for a Trial?
Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer Eric Rosen shares the technology he uses to prepare for trial in personal injury and wrongful death cases. These cases often require extensive evidence to be taken before trial. Depositions are taken of witnesses who may ultimately testify in court. A deposition is a sworn statement from the witness….
What Are the Most Important Things You Should Know about Personal Injury Lawsuits in Florida?
Personal Injury: Things You Should Know as You Seek Representation for Your Accident When a person is injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or misconduct, Florida law requires the person who caused the injury to be held accountable for damages caused by their conduct. Florida law allows for the injured party to…
What Are the Most Important Steps Lawyers Should Take For a Higher Case Value?
Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer Eric Rosen discusses the most important steps lawyers should take to get personal injury and wrongful death cases resolved faster and for higher value.