Nursing home abuse is more common than you think. Around four out of 10 people in Florida nursing homes have reported being victims of it. In Florida, nursing home abuse can occur when a nursing home resident is subjected to various forms of abuse. The most common is physical abuse. However, residents can also suffer …
In Florida, you have up to 30 days to report a work-related injury to your employer. However, it’s best to report your injury as soon as possible. Although you have 30 days to report an injury you sustained at work to your employer, you should do so sooner. Doing it as soon as possible after …
By Florida law, all drivers must carry at least $10,000 in PIP coverage with their auto insurance policies. Because the state follows no-fault laws, this part of auto insurance is meant to cover the costs of medical expenses if a person is injured in an accident. This is the case regardless of who is at …
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), Florida is one of the deadliest states for pedestrian accidents. In recent years, the FLHSMV reported that nearly 9,500 pedestrian crashes occurred. Nearly 7,300 people suffered injuries while more than 800 were killed. Unfortunately, these numbers put Florida second in terms of the …
Bicycle accidents are common across the country, but approximately 6,400 such incidents occur in Florida annually. Sadly, many of the bicycle accidents that happen in Florida result in fatalities. The state also leads in this area as many roadways lack designated bike lanes, resulting in bicyclists having to share the road with motor vehicles. However, …
