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What To Know About Your Florida Grocery Store Slip and Fall Case

Slip and falls occur rather frequently in grocery stores and supermarkets across Central Florida. Many of these falls are attributed to something simple like a spilled liquid, dropped food, or a bunched entrance mat.

By Thomas Dennis

/ 8 Jan 2021

What To Know About Your Florida Grocery Store Slip and Fall Case

190,000 Home Depot Ceiling Fans Recalled Because Blades Can Detach During Use

More than 190,000 ceiling fans sold at Home Depot have been recalled due to reports of the fan blades detaching and flying off during use. The defect has resulted in personal injury and property damage, leading to the widespread recall.

By Michael Damaso

/ 30 Dec 2020

190,000 Home Depot Ceiling Fans Recalled Because Blades Can Detach During Use

Nursing Home Neglect Deaths Surge During Pandemic

While multiple reports have been made regarding COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes, the number of deaths caused by nursing home neglect has surpassed those figures.

By Michael Damaso

/ 18 Dec 2020

Nursing Home Neglect Deaths Surge During Pandemic

Recall Issued for Ring Video Doorbells after Several Catch Fire

A recall notice has been issued for 350,000 Ring video doorbell devices, following reports of them catching fire.

By Michael Damaso

/ 12 Nov 2020

Recall Issued for Ring Video Doorbells after Several Catch Fire

What are the Most Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect?

Nursing home abuse and neglect are a common occurrence in Florida nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Examples of abuse in nursing homes can include physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, confinement, passive neglect, willful deprivation, and financial exploitation.

By Thomas Dennis

/ 2 Nov 2020

What are the Most Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect?

Steps to Take After a Dog Bite in Florida and Elements Needed to Make a Successful Claim

An attack by a dog can be an extremely traumatizing event. These incidents are often without warning and can be savage and sudden. Dog bites can result in lacerations, puncture wounds, and broken bones, as well as catastrophic injuries.

By Michael Damaso

/ 20 Oct 2020

Steps to Take After a Dog Bite in Florida and Elements Needed to Make a Successful Claim

Grilling Safety Tips to Remember this Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day is a holiday dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers and marks the ‘unofficial end of summer.’ For many of us, it means firing up the grill and barbecuing with friends and family over the three-day holiday weekend.

By Michael Damaso

/ 6 Sep 2020

Grilling Safety Tips to Remember this Labor Day Weekend

Florida Nursing Homes Request Immunity from Coronavirus Lawsuits

Florida’s largest advocacy group for long-term care providers is requesting protection from lawsuits for health care professionals amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

By Michael Damaso

/ 22 Apr 2020

Florida Nursing Homes Request Immunity from Coronavirus Lawsuits

Wooten Kimbrough Sponsors Fundraiser for Veterans & Service K9s

Wooten Kimbrough, P.A. becomes a sponsor for a fundraiser benefiting K9s for Warriors, a non-profit organization providing service canines to wounded veterans.

By Nicholas Primrose

/ 29 Mar 2016

Do Playgrounds Really Have Rules?

Approximately 200,000 injuries occur annually on public playgrounds. Many of them could be avoided if public schools made sure their playgrounds were safe and followed clear guidelines and recommendations.

By Nicholas Primrose

/ 12 Jan 2016

Summertime Grill Safety

Summertime is notorious for beaches, baseball, and barbecues. In fact, more than 86% of U.S. households own at least one BBQ, grill, or smoker. However, with the nice weather and increase in grill usage comes an increase in grill-related injuries.

By Michael Damaso

/ 1 Jul 2015

Cedar Fair 2013 Injury Totals

For the 2013 season, we independently obtained the following information via consumer and employee feedback for Cedar Fair amusement parks.

By Jason Herrera

/ 14 Jul 2014