Jul 21, 2015 by
Intentional infliction of emotional distress is when a victim suffers a severe emotional trauma by another individual in society. Some of the key phrases associated with intentional infliction of emotional distress, or IIED, are ‘outrageous’ and ‘extreme’. Not all offensive terms are considered outrageous or extreme. Unfortunately, in today’s society, we as individuals have to deal with some form of rude or relatively offensive conduct. What Makes Up an Intentional ... [Read More]
Jul 17, 2015 by
Here, in the state of Florida, the sun is shining and the weather is warm basically year-round, making amusement parks and water parks a common attraction here. From Disney World to Busch Gardens, to here in South Florida where there are many water parks such as Rapids in West Palm Beach and amusement parks like Boomers in Boca Raton or the South Florida Fair to pique everyone’s interests. While these types of parks are ... [Read More]
Jul 13, 2015 by
False imprisonment is a limited area of personal injury law that is rarely discussed. However, it can happen to anyone and can have serious consequences. False imprisonment laws address situations when somebody is being restrained, in a confined boundary, by an individual without legal authority to do so. One of the most often cited false imprisonment examples is when a bank robber enters into a bank, with a gun, and ... [Read More]
Jul 10, 2015 by
With the summer upon us, and the majority of schools having let out for the summer months, more and more people will be heading outside to local playgrounds to have a relaxing morning or afternoon. While spending the day at the local park can be enjoyable and allow everyone to get some exercise, unfortunately sometimes these days can turn disastrous very quickly. According to the National Playground Safety Institute, there ... [Read More]
Jul 6, 2015 by
With the sun out and the warm South Florida weather encompassing everyday life, many people are taking to the many beaches and rivers near Stuart, Florida this summer. A popular way to pass time for many people on the water is to ride around on a jet ski. As with all vehicles and vessels, there is always a danger of an accident occurring. Unfortunately, most jet ski accidents are a ... [Read More]
Jun 29, 2015 by
For a long time, there has been the saying: “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words cannot hurt me.” While this is a good adage, words actually can cause harm and that is the basic premise of defamation. There are two types of defamation. The first type is slander which is spoken words that are false and are damaging to the individual’s reputation or status in the community. ... [Read More]
Jun 23, 2015 by
This is almost a trick question. Airbags clearly play a pivotal role in saving someone’s life during a car accident. However, this will only occur if the airbags deploy properly. Airbags can cause injuries such as eye injuries, dental injuries, skin burns, broken bones and, sadly, even death. In the State of Florida, airbags are sometimes deploying unnecessarily due to the extreme heat, humidity and moisture. Some airbag defects are: ... [Read More]
Jun 15, 2015 by
All-terrain vehicles or ATVs are very common and popular here in the State of Florida. While ATVs can be a practical way to drive around in the woods or other areas, these vehicles can cause some serious injuries. ATVs can travel at speeds over 60 miles per hour and they weigh over 600 pounds. According to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, from 1982-2011, there was over 480 ... [Read More]
Jun 8, 2015 by
When a lawsuit is filed and an attorney is chosen to represent an individual in the lawsuit, that attorney may not always be the attorney throughout the entire proceedings. The main thing that needs to be remembered is that the lawsuit is not the attorney’s case, it is in fact the client’s case. The client is in fact that one in charge of how the case proceeds and it's ultimately up ... [Read More]
Jun 2, 2015 by
The time after being involved in an accident is vital to your health. Many times, an individual will not receive medical treatment because they do not notice any symptoms, they do not have the time to see a doctor, or simply they do not want to see a doctor. However, failing to get checked out by a doctor after an accident is a bad idea. An individual could very easily be ... [Read More]
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