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]
May 26, 2015 by
Business owners owe a legal duty to their customers to provide a safe and secure premise and to reasonably protect them from potential harms and dangers. This is a form of premise liability. If a business owner does not provide a safe and secure premise for their customers, they can be held liable for negligent security. Negligent security cases routinely involve shootings, stabbings, and even murders. Unfortunately, in Florida, negligent ... [Read More]
May 22, 2015 by
At Donaldson & Weston, PA we receive regular inquiries from parents who are concerned about their children being bullied at school. Although assault and battery are terms more frequently used in criminal charges, they can be used as claims in a civil lawsuit as well. In addition, the victim can file a claim for negligently providing a safe environment for students. Although child safety is always important, these cases are ... [Read More]
May 14, 2015 by
With the warm days of spring upon us and summer right around the corner, spending the day around the swimming pool will soon be a regular occurrence. Unfortunately, swimming pool injuries occur far too often, and, sadly, there are many deaths per year involving pools. In a recent study completed by the Center for Disease Control, children ages 1-4 were at the greatest risk of injury due to swimming pools. ... [Read More]
May 6, 2015 by
Understanding the available relief to you as a result of winning a law suit is an important factor in deciding whether to pursue a case or not. If the actual damages you have suffered are relatively small, it is more than likely not worth the time, effort, or money to pursue a case. However, sometimes you may think that the damage you have suffered won’t result in much monetary compensation, but ... [Read More]
Apr 28, 2015 by
Riding a motorcycle can be lots of fun and bring a great adrenaline rush. However, the very allure of motorcycles, not being caged into the passenger compartment of a vehicle, makes motorcycles inherently more dangerous than cars. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 82,000 motorcyclists suffered injury due to an accident in 2013. Even more alarming for motorcyclists, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association fatal motorcycle accidents ... [Read More]
Apr 21, 2015 by
You were injured, maybe it was on the job or in a car accident or through some unforeseen danger. The injury itself was and still is devastating, you can no longer work, and your income is gone. Naturally, you filed for disability benefits to help meet your basic needs. You went through the lengthy process, found all the proper documentation, and met all the deadlines and requirements. Then the social ... [Read More]
Apr 13, 2015 by
There is much confusion about the terms battery and assault. Many times, these two terms are used interchangeably. In fact, these are two distinct legal terms and they can have very different results. Battery, in Florida, occurs when an individual actually and intentionally touches or strikes another person against their will or if an individual intentionally causes bodily harm. The person causing the harm must have meant to hit the ... [Read More]
Apr 6, 2015 by
Not only can a dog bite injury cause serious, physical pain, but unfortunately, it can also cause serious emotional trauma. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 4.5 million dog bites every year. Close to 850,000 of these incidents actually require some form of medical attention or even hospitalization for dog bite injuries. It's also important to contact a dog bite attorney for proper legal advice. There ... [Read More]
Apr 1, 2015 by
Florida is experiencing an increase in hit and run accidents and the severity of hit and run car accidents has become greater according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Hit and run accidents rose 7 percent from 2013 to 2014, hit and run accidents involving fatalities increased 23 percent from 2013 to 2014, and approximately 25 percent of all accidents in Florida are now hit and ... [Read More]
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