Category Archives: Personal Injury
Dangerous Dogs and Personal Injuries
A baby’s mauling in Virginia has sparked discussion about the legality of certain wolfdog hybrids in the United States, including Florida. As reported by News4Jax, an eight-day-old baby in Virginia was found in her crib bloodied and dead, with the family’s dog standing over her. Authorities believe the dog mauled the child, leading to… Read More »
Five Mistakes to Avoid after a Car Accident
After a collision, you might be confused, scared, or in a lot of pain. However, the steps you take can dramatically improve or harm your chances of receiving financial compensation. At Earnhart Law, we see injured motorists make similar mistakes after their crashes. By avoiding these mistakes, you can set yourself up for a… Read More »
What Are Punitive Damages?
The civil law system exists to make victims “whole.” This means that the courts try to put you in the position you would be in had your accident never occurred. For this reason, you can receive compensation for any amount of money you lost as a result of the accident. However, Florida also allows… Read More »
Injured Workers and Third-Party Lawsuits
According to government statistics, nearly 3 million employees are injured or become sick each year and over 5,000 are killed. Unfortunately, Florida law makes it impossible for injured workers to sue their employers in most situations, but you might be able to sue third parties if they are responsible for your injuries. Workers’ Compensation… Read More »
Why You Shouldn’t Delay Getting Medical Treatment after a Car Accident
Car accidents can cause all kinds of injuries that require immediate medical attention—broken bones, cuts, concussion, and burns. Prompt medical treatment gives you the best chance of making a full recovery and can even save your life. But there’s another reason why you should seek immediate medical care—Florida law requires it in order to… Read More »
Documenting Your Physical Pain
If you succeed in a personal injury lawsuit, you can receive compensation for lost wages and medical expenses. You might also receive money damages for physical pain and suffering. Because juries are sometimes skeptical that you really are in a lot of pain, you should do your best to document your pain before bringing… Read More »
Protect Your Children from Defective Highchairs
Recently, Graco issued a recall for their popular highchair sold exclusively through Walmart. Consumers who have purchased the highchair should immediately stop using it and call 800-345-4109 for a free repair kit. Walmart sold about 36,000 chairs in the United States and an additional 3,000 in Canada. With luck, the chair will not cause… Read More »
A Dangerous Trend: Older Truck Drivers
Although the trucking industry is one of the most regulated in the United States, fatal accidents have risen in recent years. After hitting a low in 2009, the number of accidents involving large trucks has risen to 415,000 in 2015. Of those, 3,598 were fatal. One contributing factor to the increase in accidents and… Read More »
Florida Boating Accidents Can Lead to Wrongful Death
Boating is one of the most popular hobbies in Florida. With our miles of beaches and beautiful year-round weather, who wouldn’t enjoy relaxing out on the water? Unfortunately, the number of boating deaths continues to rise. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida led the nation in 2015 in the number… Read More »
Do You Have to Wear a Motorcycle Helmet in Florida?
Motorcycle helmets save lives. Studies have shown that wearing a motorcycle helmet reduces the risk of death by 37% and the risk of head injury by 69%. Nevertheless, many riders would prefer not to wear a helmet, finding them inconvenient or a restriction on their field of view. In Florida, motorcyclists must wear helmets… Read More »