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Updated on July 8, 2024 Encouraged by year-round sunshine and warm weather, water sports and activities are common for Florida residents and tourists. As temperatures climb in summer months, involvement in water recreation activities including boating, parasailing, and kayaking increases as well. Unfortunately, water sports and boating activities also present relative dangers. Each year, carelessness… read more

From 2011 through early 2013, Florida has witnessed an increasing amount of stories and reports about synthetic drugs. For several months, many of these chemically engineered substances were sold in gas stations and corner convenience stores. Small plastic packets with graphics attractive to young people were used to promote the substances known as Spice (or K2)… read more

Updated on October 11, 2013 A dram shop law or statute is a term associated with liability for injuries caused by drunk drivers. Many states have enacted a dram shop law, but limitations and conditions vary from one state to the next. In general, dram shop laws refer to the idea that establishments which serve… read more

Ft. Lauderdale-based 411-PAIN is once again among the topic of controversy surrounding Florida-based, for-profit lawyer referral services. State Farm recently initiated a suit against 1-800-ASK-GARY with allegations of fraud and deceptive practices. The suit is once again bringing scrutiny upon lawyer referral services as a whole in the state of Florida. 411-PAIN, a competitor of… read more

Updated on October 11, 2023 Numerous states in the northeast require an annual vehicle safety inspection. In fact, twenty states require some form of vehicle safety and/or emissions inspection every year. The purpose of these inspections is to prevent the owners, driver and passengers from being injured if something goes wrong. Inspections also help keep… read more

Updated on October 11, 2023 If someone is involved in a motor vehicle accident, that person may be entitled to collect compensation for any time missed at work. Whether that person misses work because he/she was hospitalized or if the injuries simply prevented that person from being able to perform normal work duties, he/she may… read more