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Hot air balloon rides, which have been around since 1783, are thrilling, romantic and even relaxing. They can also potentially be dangerous, particularly when the operator has limited experience.  The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recorded 775 hot air balloon accidents between 1964 and 2014, with 70 of those involving fatalities. Of those who died,Continue reading “Hot air balloon injury Florida Tag Archives”

In general, property owners and managers are bound by law to ensure lawful guests – particularly consumers and members of the public – are reasonably safe from foreseeable harms on that property. However, there is one major exception, and it’s important to understand when it might apply. It’s called the “Recreational Use Statute,” and every state hasContinue reading “Fort Lauderdale premises liability lawyer Tag Archives”

In general, property owners and managers are bound by law to ensure lawful guests – particularly consumers and members of the public – are reasonably safe from foreseeable harms on that property. However, there is one major exception, and it’s important to understand when it might apply. It’s called the “Recreational Use Statute,” and every state hasContinue reading “Woody v. Pembina County Annual Fair – Recreational Use Immunity”

Pedestrian accident deaths have been a significant issue in Florida for decades. This is largely a result of our streets being designed primarily for motor vehicle traffic – wide roads, high speed limits and few safe spaces to walk or opportunities to cross.  But it’s increasingly becoming a major problem on a national scale. The newContinue reading “Pedestrian Accident Deaths a Growing Problem Nationally”

Pedestrian accident deaths have been a significant issue in Florida for decades. This is largely a result of our streets being designed primarily for motor vehicle traffic – wide roads, high speed limits and few safe spaces to walk or opportunities to cross.  But it’s increasingly becoming a major problem on a national scale. The newContinue reading “pedestrian accident attorney Tag Archives”

Bus accidents are relatively rare, but the rate tends to be higher with commercial companies that require drivers to travel long distances, often overnight. Driver fatigue is a major problem in the industry – which is popular for Orlando tourists – and it’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets limits on driverContinue reading “Orlando motorcoach accident Tag Archives”

Bus accidents are relatively rare, but the rate tends to be higher with commercial companies that require drivers to travel long distances, often overnight. Driver fatigue is a major problem in the industry – which is popular for Orlando tourists – and it’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets limits on driverContinue reading “Orlando motorcoach accident lawyer Tag Archives”

Bus accidents are relatively rare, but the rate tends to be higher with commercial companies that require drivers to travel long distances, often overnight. Driver fatigue is a major problem in the industry – which is popular for Orlando tourists – and it’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets limits on driverContinue reading “Pornomo v. U.S. – Fatal Bus Accident Lawsuit”

Bus accidents are relatively rare, but the rate tends to be higher with commercial companies that require drivers to travel long distances, often overnight. Driver fatigue is a major problem in the industry – which is popular for Orlando tourists – and it’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets limits on driverContinue reading “Orlando bus accident Tag Archives”

Auto insurance policies can contain complex legalese that can be difficult to sift through, particularly in the wake of a devastating auto accident.  These policies are purchased not just because they are often required by law, but also because they offer necessary financial protections to to those who survive and also to those who surviveContinue reading “Nodak Mutual Ins. Co. v. Koller – Auto Insurance Step-Down Provisions”