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State officials report that Florida traffic deaths have reached an all-time low. When the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and the Florida Department of Transportation release the state’s detailed traffic reports later this summer, the results will likely show fewer car accidents in Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Port St. Lucie/FortContinue reading “Fewer car accidents expected in Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie”

Distracted driving is a leading cause of West Palm Beach car accidents and traffic accidents throughout South Florida. Now, the National Safety Council has pulled together a report that compiles more than 30 studies looking at the dangers — giving us one of the first comprehensive looks into just how dangerous it has become. DistractedContinue reading “Distracted driving a primary cause of West Palm Beach car accidents”

Volunteers are needed for Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsmen Program, which advocates for the care of Florida nursing home residents, TCPalm reported. Our St. Lucie nursing home abuse and neglect lawyers urge those with time to consider volunteering for this important program. The program operates under the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Two or three paidContinue reading “Volunteers needed to help review allegations of St. Lucie nursing home neglect and abuse”

Florida cyclists have failed in an effort to prevent passage of a bill that requires bicyclists to use bike lanes whenever possible and to remain on the right side of the road. Advocates for bicycling safety argued the measure will increase the risk of Palm Beach bicycle accidents and cycling accident elsewhere in South Florida,Continue reading “Palm Beach bicycle accidents at issue as Governor signs new law”

A Palm Beach motorcycle accident has claimed the life of a teenager, CBS 4 reported. The 17-year-old was eastbound on Wiles Road when his motorcycle collided with a Ford Escape that was attempting to turn into a parking lot. The accident sent the victim flying about 70 feet before he landed on the windshield ofContinue reading “Palm Beach motorcycle accident claims life of teen; young drivers at increased risk of summer accidents”

A Chicago man and his 6-year-old daughter were injured in a parasail accident on Monday, the Miami Herald reported. Freeman & Mallard offers free and confidential appointments to tourists injured at attractions or on rental equipment — including parasails and Jet Skis — throughout South Florida, including Miami, Margate, Hollywood, Coral Gables and West PalmContinue reading “Miami parasail accident injures tourists; Rental jet ski accidents also a summer danger”

In South Florida, our roads can turn from hot and dry to wet and slippery in a matter of seconds making for dangerous driving conditions! As we approach summer, afternoon thunderstorms are certainly headed our way and with that we can find ourselves in dangerous driving conditions rather quickly. Also, if you plan on drivngContinue reading “Florida Tire Basics – 101”

As a Personal Injury Law Firm that deals with motor vehicle accidents everyday in Florida, we are constantly reminded of the unfortunate sequence of events which can follow if proper preparedness is not taken on behalf of the insured. Prior to an accident, you may not feel that car insurance is very important and purchasingContinue reading “Florida Car Insurance – Are You Covered Properly?”

In this second half of our “Florida Nursing Home Abuse” blog we will discuss the various signs and symptoms of specific types of abuse. As mentioned in our last blog, the most common and obvious type of elder abuse is physical abuse. Symptoms associated with physical abuse are unexplained signs of bruises, welts, or scars,Continue reading “Florida Nursing Home Abuse – Part 2”

In this second half of our “Florida Nursing Home Abuse” blog we will discuss the various signs and symptoms of specific types of abuse. As mentioned in our last blog, the most common and obvious type of elder abuse is physical abuse. Symptoms associated with physical abuse are unexplained signs of bruises, welts, or scars,Continue reading “South Florida Injury Lawyers Blog — Page 76 of 76 — Published by Broward County, Florida Personal Injury & Accident Attorneys — Freeman Injury Law”