How Florida’s presuit process works in malpractice cases
Filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in Florida is not as simple as walking into a courthouse and submitting paperwork. The state requires...
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The fine line between dramatic hyperbole and defamation
Exaggeration is a common rhetorical device. People writing or speaking to an audience may use a little extra flair to increase the...
Slipped and fell at a friend’s house? Here’s what to do
Maybe you slipped on a wet tile or fell on a broken step. Your first reaction was probably one of embarrassment. Once that passes you...
When an RV driver causes a devastating crash
Recreational vehicles (RVs) are a popular family vacation solution. People purchase or rent these mobile living spaces as a means of...
A heart attack misdiagnosis can be a fatal mistake
When a doctor misdiagnoses a heart attack, it can be a fatal mistake. Any misdiagnosis is problematic, but a heart attack is an emergency,...
The difference between a negative story and defamation
Defamation can ruin an individual's reputation. Especially when a professional relies on people trusting their intelligence and integrity,...
Spinal cord injuries can lead to extensive lifetime costs
Many injuries lead to emergency medical costs and lost wages. The person who is injured is rushed to the hospital and receives care, which...
How can patients prove that they’ve experienced medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice is a serious public safety concern. Mistakes and negligence on the part of physicians and other medical professionals...
How are slander and libel different?
Defamation is the act of making untrue statements that are damaging to another party. One requirement is that the person making the...
Safety tips when walking near traffic
If you have to walk near traffic, it is important to be aware of the risk of a pedestrian accident. These accidents cause injuries and...