Even though it feels like summer year-round in Fort Lauderdale, the summer months bring an increase in both summer accident risks and accidents in general. Emergency room staff often refer to the summer as “trauma season” because of the marked increase in traumatic accidents and ER visits. Below, we discuss these risks and how you […]
A car accident can cause you to suffer herniated disc, also known as a slipped or ruptured disc. Spinal cord injuries are common in car accidents, since a sudden impact can cause the spine to violently jerk in ways that can injure or damage it.
Your spine is made up of a series of vertebrae with […]
How long do I have to see a doctor after a car accident?
You should see a doctor for treatment of your injuries within 14 days of a car accident in Florida. If you delay past 14 days, your personal injury protection (PIP) car insurance will not cover your medical bills and you will have to […]
Treatments for a herniated disc may vary. The level of treatment your doctor recommends will depend on the severity of your herniated disc, as well as any complications from your injury.
What are nonsurgical treatments for herniated disc?
Unless it is an emergency situation, doctors usually use conservative treatment to treat the chronic pain and muscle spasms […]
If you were in a crash in Fort Lauderdale, you may follow three different procedures to obtain a car accident police report, depending on how long ago the accident occurred.
How can I obtain the accident report if my crash occurred within the last 60 days?
If your accident occurred within the last 60 days, you may […]
Bicycle accidents are often serious and lead to catastrophic injuries. In most cases, a bicycle accident settlement is your last hope to pay your medical bills and support your family. Unfortunately, many injured victims settle for much less than they deserve simply because they do not know how much their settlement is worth.
What damages can […]
Yes, you may be able to sue if you were injured by the Miami Metrorail, as long as you can show that the Miami Metrorail was negligent, and that negligence caused or contributed to your injuries.
Who do I sue if I was injured by the Miami Metrorail?
Transportation and Public Works for Miami-Dade owns and operates […]
Yes, Florida’s bicycle helmet law [Florida Statute § 316.2065(3)(d)] requires that every bicycle rider or passenger who is 15 years old or younger must wear a helmet that meets federal safety standards.
What if I have an old bicycle helmet?
Federal law allowed owners of older bicycle helmets (bought before October 1, 2012) that met any nationally […]
Yes, you may be able to sue if you were injured on the Tri-Rail. However, there are quite a few things you must know before you file your claim.
The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority owns the Tri-Rail.
One of the biggest hurdles you will face is the fact that Tri-Rail is owned and operated by the […]
The two most common causes of spinal cord injuries are car crashes (31.5 percent) and falls (25.3 percent), according to a 2013 study in the medical journal Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation. Negligence can cause both these types of accidents. If another party’s negligence caused your or your loved one’s spinal cord injury, you […]
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