Oh, the terms you see and hear when dealing with the legal system. There’s “Juris prudence” or “pro se” and let’s not forget “ex parte”. The legal system does seem to have its own language. A word that is commonly used is “tort”. Some terms or words can be figured out by looking at the […]
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Wacky Lawsuits
Today’s world has become a world of people seeking to be rich and people also seeking to never have responsibility for their actions. This combination has led to some of the most ridiculous lawsuits ever filed. For those of us who are a bit more responsible, these lawsuits at least offer some entertainment value. Have […]
Sinkholes and Who is at Fault?
I don’t know what you think but, to me, there seems to be more and more sinkholes in the U.S.A. recently. Just within the last few days, there was a sinkhole reported in Ocala, Florida. As a matter of fact, Florida seems to have an overabundance of sinkholes. Perhaps the “Sinkhole State” should replace “Sunshine […]
Traffic and Personal Injuries During the Holidays
The holidays are upon us. As people are dashing to and fro, desperately trying to finish their shopping, the roadways are clogged up with more than the normal amount of cars. It is also a time of year when deliveries by truck are at an all-time high. Add to this, the fact that we all […]
Could You File a Toxic Mold Claim?
There has been much concern over toxic mold and the serious health concerns that they present over the years. Most molds are actually pretty harmless, but in warm, humid weather like Florida, toxic molds can grow to dangerous levels. Some of these molds can be found in your home and can cause devastating health complications. […]
Would Peter Fonda’s “Easy Rider” be legal in Florida?
One thing I like to do is compare movies, TV shows and books to real life. Is this something that could happen? Are the facts around the story real? Do the doctors on Grey’s Anatomy use actual medical terms and procedures? Are the arrests made on Law and Order SVU real charges? So, in taking […]
What determines the value of a wrongful death verdict?
Once a verdict has been found finding someone responsible for a wrongful death, there needs to be an amount of money determined to be awarded to the family. Have you ever wondered just how this sum is determined? Is there a formula that judges use to calculate that amount? It turns out there are 8 […]
Cosmetic Surgery and Personal Injury Claims
Beauty; they say it is in the eye of the beholder. We really do not believe that. You can tell by all the people getting cosmetic surgery these days. Celebrities use cosmetic surgery to try and maintain their youth to stay employable as well as alter their appearance to be more attractive. Most of the […]
Rise in Hit and Run Accidents in Florida
A couple, Joyce and Jim, who is enjoying the lifestyle of their very own paradise in Florida, walks eight miles a day. And why not? The weather is warm and the sun is shining almost every day. It is the perfect place to enjoy retirement. It was the perfect place to enjoy retirement until the […]
Defective Products & Law
Definition of Defective Products One of the major causes for personal injuries or deaths in Florida and the U.S.A. are dangerous & defective products. The law defines such products as, when their manufacturer has failed to sell to the public, products that conform with the applicable standards of safety, or has not adequately warned the […]
