Two people involved in non-related car accidents from April and May of last year received shocking medical bills after being treated at JFK Medical Center in Atlantis, Florida. The medical center, owned by HCA Holdings, charged both of these patients an absurd amount of money, completely draining their Florida Personal Injury Protection benefits and leaving …
In April of 2002, Japanese pharmaceutical company Daiichi Sankyo received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to launch its new product in the United States. The product, Benicar, is a prescription medication used to treat hypertension, or lower someone’s blood pressure. Daiichi Sankyo went on to spend over $1 billion in …
You Won’t Believe The Alarming Statistics of Texting While Driving from Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA Created by: Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA 800 N. Belcher Road Clearwater, FL 33765 Phone: (727) 451-6900 Fax: (727) 451-6907
As environmental and health concerns have increased in recent years, more and more people began looking for alternate forms of transportation. One of the most popular and inexpensive ways is bicycling. Many cities have started to make their roadways safer for the increasing number of cyclists by adding bike lanes and safe travel routes along …
If Pinellas County residents have been paying attention to the headlines in the local newspapers, they are bound to have noticed the sudden increase in plane accident stories. One tragic accident occurred on Caspersen Beach near Sarasota, Florida. Ommy Irizarry and his daughter, Oceana, were walking along the beach enjoying the vacation their family had …
Not every motor vehicle accident is clear, cut, and dry when it comes to determining what insurer is primary for purposes of PIP (Personal Injury Protection). For the claimant, it can be a multitude of confusing advice and conflicting statements from one on one dealings with various insurance companies. Unfortunately, unrepresented persons are the most …
As a result of the recent recovery of the economy, and the ever increasing number of vehicles on America’s highways, there are more and more headlines about fatal trucking accidents involving tractor-trailers. Recently, a fatal accident severely injuring famous comedian and actor Tracy Morgan and killing another has made the news cycle when it was …
Cochlear implants essentially perform an act of god — they allow the deaf to hear again. These amazing medical devices have changed the lives of many since their intervention for the better, and unfortunately, for the worst as well. A manufacturer of these implants, known as Advanced Bionics, marketed and sold defective cochlear implants for …
These days, Floridians are spending more and more time on the roadways commuting to and from work and other activities. While we do so, it is always nice to see aesthetically pleasing landscaping. Palm trees and other foliage often enhances the natural beauty surrounding Florida’s roadways. But what happens when beautiful landscaping obstructs the view …
If you are the parent or guardian of a college student, the recent case of two University of Miami football players accused of raping a 17-year-old in a dorm room is chilling to think about. Nine out of 10 rape victims are women, according to the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network, and those under …
On July 10, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a grant of petition for rulemaking to evaluate the standards of rear guards on tractor-trailer trucks. These rear guards are designed to prevent a passenger vehicle from an underride accident, however, tests have shown that industry standard approved rear guards have often failed and broke …
You’ve just been in an automobile accident. You think you were unconscious for a second, but you’re not sure. You’re a little dazed as you get out of the car, but other than that, you feel fine. You have minor scratches and bruises, but that doesn’t bother you as you check on the other driver …
According to a 2013 boating accident report, compiled by the Florida Fish & Wild Conservation Commission, Florida leads the nation with the most registered vessels. In 2012, there were a total of 736 reportable boating accidents. Of the top 10 counties for boating accidents, Pinellas ranked fifth. As we enter the peak of summer, the …
The Fourth of July is upon us. Tomorrow, many of us will go to cook outs with family and friends, we’ll eat grilled burgers and hot dogs, some of the more enterprising might even serve smoked barbeque. Because the holiday falls on a Friday this year, the celebration of our nation’s independence has the added …
Pontoon boats are basically rafts with a motor. But did you know that pontoon boat accidents cause more deaths from drowning than the much faster personal watercraft? Each year, pontoon boats account for about 4% of deaths, compared to all other vessel types. While this number may appear low, it is higher than other popular …
Part 2 of 3: Negligent Inspection (Part 1 found here) It is the duty of bus drivers to take all reasonable steps possible to ensure that their vehicles are in safe operating order, and to inspect them each day to this end. Furthermore, it is the duty of the school board, as established by statute, …
All credit goes to the music artist, Khia for her seminal work “My neck, my back” which has recently inspired the auto-accident attorney/doctor referral service, 411 Pain’s newest ad jingle. The popularity and efficacy of such advertisements has recently induced the Florida Bar into action. Subject to an inconclusive 2011 Bar examination, 411 Pain has …
Part 1 of 3: My Son or Daughter was injured in a Fight on the Bus to School, Who is Responsible? School busses may be safer than driving your kids to school, but only in terms of the frequency of auto accidents. The prevalence of violence and bullying on school busses has increased in recent …
In short, if you know of someone, or you believe that you know of someone actively defrauding, or who has defrauded the federal government, you should contact an attorney immediately. These actions are extremely important, as they ensure that individuals and corporations defrauding the government are not allowed to continue stealing taxpayer money. In addition …
California, a state that has already been in the news for legalizing marijuana, is at it again. They are teaming up with Google, trying to get more drivers off the road. However, while most states’ attempt to lessen the amount of drivers on the road is geared for traffic purposes; California is trying to improve …
Approximately 50,000 people die annually from Traumatic Brain Injuries, while another 230,000 are hospitalized, of which between 80,000 and 90,000 experience long-term disability as a result of their TBI. Currently, over 5.3 million people live with a disability which resulted from a Traumatic Brain Injury. A Traumatic Brain Injury can be caused by blunt, non-penetrating …
When we drop our kids off at school, we expect them to learn, to grow, and above all, to be kept safe. But sometimes, kids can be injured in schools due to the negligence of the school, its faculty, or other students. These risks increase as kids get older and start to participate in team …
The kids are happily playing in the pool. Do you think it’s okay to run inside to refill your soda? Did you know a child can drown in less than 1 minute and in less than 2 inches of water? If the brain is deprived of oxygen by submersion in the water for more than …
The Tampa Bay area, including St. Petersburg and Clearwater, was recently named one of the worst areas in the nation for pedestrian safety. In fact, four of the top five most dangerous metropolitan areas in the nation are in Florida, according to statistics compiled by the National Complete Streets Coalition. This is a dubious and …
