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Halloween Night: When Trick-or-Treating Turns Dangerous

22OctHalloween is a fun and exciting night for families, filled with costumes, candy, and neighborhood celebrations. However, with more children walking the streets after dark, Halloween can also bring an increased risk of accidents and injuries. Pedestrian accidents are one of the biggest concerns on Halloween night. Children may cross streets unexpectedly, walk between parked […]

Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Haunted Houses: Who Is Responsible for Injuries?

22OctOctober is the perfect time to visit pumpkin patches, corn mazes, haunted houses, and other fall attractions. While these activities are meant to provide family friendly entertainment and seasonal fun, accidents can happen when safety precautions are overlooked. Fall attractions can present unique safety hazards. Uneven walking surfaces, muddy pathways, poor lighting, loose equipment, and […]

Polk County, FL— School Bus Crash Kills 2: How Is Liability Determined After a Multi-Vehicle Crash?

8OctPolk County, FL (October 7th, 2026) – A multi-vehicle crash involving a Polk County school bus killed two people and sent dozens to area hospitals recently. The bus was carrying 37 Winter Haven High School students when investigators say a Chevrolet Malibu crossed the center line on Lucerne Park Road and struck the bus. The impact sent the bus into oncoming traffic, where it collided head-on with a Jeep before overturning.

Can You Recover Future Medical Expenses After a Serious Injury in Florida?

24SepYou may be able to recover future medical expenses after a serious injury in Florida when evidence shows that you will reasonably need continued medical treatment because of the injury. A settlement or verdict should account not only for bills you have already received but also for qualifying medical costs you are expected to face in the months or years ahead. For someone with a spinal injury, traumatic brain injury, severe orthopedic damage, or another long-term condition, those future costs can represent a significant portion of a personal injury claim.

When Does a Property Owner Become Responsible for a Dangerous Condition?

14AugA Florida property owner may be responsible for a dangerous condition when the owner or person controlling the property owes someone a duty of care, fails to reasonably address or warn about a hazard, and that failure causes an injury. Liability is not automatic simply because someone gets hurt on another person's property. Whether the owner knew or should have known about the danger, the reason the injured person was on the property, and the type of hazard involved can all affect a premises liability claim.

Can I File a Personal Injury Claim After Leaving Florida?

14AugIf you were injured in Florida and then returned to your home state, leaving Florida does not automatically prevent you from pursuing compensation for an accident that occurred there. You may still be able to file a personal injury claim after leaving Florida, but Florida law can continue to govern important parts of the case, including where a lawsuit may be filed and how long you have to take legal action. Handling the claim from another state can also create practical challenges involving medical records, evidence, witnesses, and insurance companies.