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How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawer

Choosing the right personal injury lawyer can be daunting, especially when you are already dealing with the stress and emotional toll of an injury. Finding an attorney who is skilled, experienced, compassionate, and dedicated to… read more

School Bus Accidents: Causes and Prevention

School has just started and Florida has already faced its first serious school bus accident. The Orange County accident left 7 children injured, two of whom required hospitalization… read more

Two Head-On Collisions Result in Traumatic Brain Injuries

What do a 21-year college student and a 27-year old Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissions officer have in common? They were both innocent victims of recent head-on collisions – on opposite… read more

Diana Santa Maria Acknowledged with Best Lawyer Recognition for 2019

Diana has obtained multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for victims of auto, train, bus, aviation and boating accidents as well as those injured or killed in construction sites, swimming venues, criminal assaults resulting from inadequate security and medical malpractice cases… read more

Study Confirms New Teen Drivers are at Increased Risk of Crashes

If you’re the parent of a teen driver, especially one who has recently earned a driver’s license, you are a “worry expert.” And a new study validates those fears. Research led by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, reveals that… read more

Massive Pileup on I-10 Near Tallahassee Began with Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer

The recent truck accident occurred on the highway near the Monroe Street intersection. Based on their preliminary investigation, police believe that the tractor-trailer tried to stop to avoid hitting the slower car and swerved on the slippery roadway, causing the truck to jackknife…read more

Distracted Driver Causes Tragic Accident in Florida Horse Country

A recent accident in Southwest Ranches, a rural area with many horse ranches, involved a pick-up truck driver who had dropped his cellphone. When reaching down for it, the truck hit 3 people who were riding their horses across the road…read more

Honeymooner Killed on Cruise Zip-Lining Excursion

A tragic zip-lining accident in Roatan, Honduras left one Israeli tourist dead and another injured. The honeymooning couple was enjoying the zip-line course when the woman got stuck midway, and her husband collided with her in midair… read more

Do Helmets Reduce the Risk of Brain Injury in Motorcycle Accidents?

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most serious injuries that can occur in a motorcycle accident. When the rider is not wearing a helmet, a TBI is also one of the most common injuries… read more

Driver Passing Semi-Truck Kills 4 in Head-on Collision

The fatal crash occurred in the morning on State Road 206 when the 27-year old driver of the Dodge SUV tried to pass a semi-truck and slammed into the family’s car. The SUV driver was killed along with all occupants of the other vehicle… read more

What are the Most Frequent Causes of Bus Accidents?

There are more than 975,000 registered buses in the U.S., yet in 2016 there were only 225 fatal bus crashes. However, the 264 lives that were lost in these accidents are far too many, considering that most bus accidents are preventable… read more

Broward County Fatal Truck Crash: Who is Responsible for Tire that Smashed Into Car?

Imagine this scenario: You are driving northbound on I-95 in Broward County on a sunny evening when suddenly a truck’s tire comes crashing into your windshield… read more

Pit Bull Attack: Baby Girl Killed by Family Pet

Tragedy struck recently in Miramar when a 9-month old baby girl was killed by a pit bull. The horrific incident happened in the girl’s grandmother’s house while under her care. The baby was mauled to death while sitting in a bouncy chair and was pronounced dead at the scene… read more

Traumatic Brain Injury is Often a Tragic Consequence of a Vehicle Accident

Auto accidents are the cause of more than half of all traumatic brain injuries in the U.S. A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, may result when the head is subjected to a blow or jolt from penetrating or blunt trauma. read more

Fatal Hit and Run Accident in Broward County the Latest Example of Florida’s High Hit and Run Rates

A driver who may have been impaired by a marijuana-laced edible has been arrested after a fatal hit-and-run accident on I95 in Broward County… read more

Exploding E-Cigarette Kills Florida Man

Many people switch to vaping, or inhaling water vapor through an electronic cigarette or personal vaporizer, with the belief that they are safer to use than smoking tobacco products… read more

Construction Worker Crushed by Paver

In a recent freak accident, a construction worker was killed at an Orange City job when a paving machine ran over him. The 72-year old worker, who had more 30 years of experience in the paving and construction industries… read more

Attorney Santa Maria’s Career Celebrated in Miami Law School Publication

It’s understandable why this is one of Diana Santa Maria’s favorite quotes. Santa Maria, a personal injury attorney and head of The Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, P.A. … read more

Disneyland Trip Turns Tragic for Texas Students

The bus driver was killed and dozens of students injured – some critically – when their tour bus left the roadway, crossed the median and slammed down…read more

Students Injured in Recent Semi Truck vs. School Bus Accident

School BusHigh school students headed to Hernando High School in Brooksville, Florida were lucky to escape with minor injuries in a recent accident… read more

Study Links Traumatic Brain Injuries to Higher Risk of Dementia

A recent study found that individuals who have experienced traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, were more likely to develop dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease… read more

Fort Lauderdale Wrong-Way Driver Perishes in Head-On Crash

Imagine that you are traveling at a high speed at night down a multiple-lane highway – and then imagine that you see headlights coming directly toward you in your lane…read more

Truck Accident: Retrieving Information is Critical for Compensation Claim

It is critical to begin an investigation of an accident involving a tractor trailer immediately in order to retrieve and preserve evidence…read more

Who is Responsible for the Miami Passenger Bridge Collapse?

A midday drive along the Tamiami Trail ended in tragedy last week when a recently installed pedestrian bridge collapsed onto the busy highway… read more

Brain Injury Awareness Month: Traumatic Brain Injuries and Cognitive Issues

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are more common than you may imagine, with 1.5 million Americans experiencing a TBI each year (CDC). A TBI may occur from many types of head trauma including a closed head injury like a bullet wound and an open head injury. read more

Student Severely Injured in Fort Lauderdale Hit and Run Accident

Hit and run accidents don’t always happen between two vehicles, where one illegally leaves the scene afterwards. A hit and run accident can also be when a car hits a pedestrian or bicyclist and then drives away to evade responsibility. read more

Tractor Trailer Tire Blowout Kills Brevard County Deputy

The recent death of a decorated 32-year old Brevard County deputy has been attributed to a tractor-trailer’s bad tire. read more

Can a Blood Test Help Diagnose Traumatic Brain Injury?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new test to diagnose traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). This new simple blood test may be a revolutionary diagnostic tool. read more

Truck Accidents Involving Hazardous Waste are Particularly Dangerous

America moves on trucks, and almost 3 billion tons of hazardous materials travel via tanker trailers each year. Tanker trucks transport all kinds of fluids that can be as harmless as milk and pool water, or as dangerous and toxic as corrosive chemicals, oil and gas, radio-active substances and bio-hazards. read more

Preventing Pool Accidents for Children

In 2016, Florida tied with Texas for the most fatal child drownings – 40 each – even though the population of the Lone Star state is 40% greater than ours. In fact, drowning is the leading cause of injury for children ages 1-4 in Florida and is the highest in the nation for that age group. read more

The Long-Term Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are more common than you might think. In fact, every day 138 Americans die from a TBI (statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). This devastating injury is one of the leading causes of death and disability. read more

How Car vs. Truck Accidents are Different

Being in a truck accident is not the same as other vehicle accidents. For one thing, consider the potentially vast differences in size. Fully-loaded tractor trailers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds! The trailers can be 53-feet long, which is three times as long as the largest SUVs. read more

Pedestrian Killed by Brightline Train

A recent VIP preview of Brightline railway, a diesel-electric high-speed rail speed under construction in our state, turned tragic when a pedestrian was killed in Boynton Beach. read more

6 Myths About Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is a major cause of death and debilitating injuries in the U.S. In fact, 30% of all injury deaths have TBI as a contributing factor (data from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC). read more

Driver Error is a Frequent Cause of Truck Accidents

While many different parties may be liable for property and victims’ injuries, driver error is often a cause of these accidents. read more

Cruise Excursion Tour of Mayan Ruins Ends in Tragedy

A holiday family vacation turned tragic when a 78-year old grandmother from Coconut Creek was killed in a tour bus accident. The crash occurred in eastern Mexico when the tourists were motoring to Mayan ruins. read more

Pilot Swims Away from Fort Lauderdale Plane Crash

A twin engine Piper PA-23 aircraft recently ended its ride in an Oakland Park lake while attempting to return to Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. The pilot was able to extricate himself and swim to safety, and the plane sank shortly thereafter. read more

New Federal Logging Device Mandate may Reduce Truck Accidents

Driving while fatigued is a major problem in the commercial trucking industry. In a recent study, driver fatigue was a critical reason in 13% of large truck accidents (data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration FMCSA). read more

Brain Injury Results from Gainesville Motorcycle Accident

Motorcyclists are exposed not only to the elements but also to other vehicles and the road itself. In an accident, there is virtually no protection for the driver and passenger against larger vehicles. read more

How to Spot a Used Car That has Been in a Flood

2017 was a devastating year in terms of hurricane damage. Irma hit Florida hard in September and took a tremendous toll in terms of fatalities and property damage. read more

Different Truck Types Present Different Accident Risks

Truck vs. car accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and property damage. The risks to drivers and passengers of the smaller vehicles vary based on the type of truck… read more

Can a Honolulu Law Reduce Injuries from Distracted Walking?

Honolulu has become the first major U.S. city that allows police to fine pedestrians for viewing their electronic devices while crossing the street… read more

Slip and Fall Accident may Result in Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury does not only happen from serious accidents or jarring head contact from sports like football and hockey…read more

Premises Liability: Salon and Spa Injuries

When you visit a salon or spa, you expect to leave with a new hairdo and to be refreshed by your experience… read more

Driver Fatigue may Have Contributed to Serious Tractor Trailer Accident

A recent Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) study reported that, in the study group, driver fatigue was a factor in 13% of large truck crashes… read more

Broward County Pedestrian Accidents Increasing

The number of pedestrian vs. vehicle accidents is not only increasing in our county, they are growing at an alarming rate… read more

Distracted Driving Truck Accident Results in Traumatic Brain Injury

A trucking company has agreed to settle claims where a driver was using his cellphone before falling asleep behind the wheel and caused a collision with a smaller vehicle… read more

Follow-Up on Hurricane Irma Nursing Home Deaths

In our earlier blog, we reported on the Hollywood Hills nursing home deaths resulting from Hurricane… read more

South Florida’s Best Lawyers 2018: Diana Santa Maria and Firm

The Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, P.A. is pleased to announce that the law firm and its Managing Attorney and Founding Partner, Diana Santa Maria, continue to be…read more

Our Top 10 Steps to Take if You are in a Truck Accident

If you have been involved in an accident with a truck, there are certain actions that you should take immediately…read more

Study Links Brain Disease and Sports-Related Concussions

A recent study has confirmed that sports-related concussions from contact sports like football are definitely connected to long-lasting head trauma… read more

Hurricane Irma Blamed for 6 Florida Nursing Home Deaths

Although powerful Hurricane Irma left Florida days ago, its ramifications are still being felt… read more

Propane Explosion in Car Injures Orlando Couple

An Orlando couple is lucky to be alive after they were injured in a propane explosion inside their vehicle… read more

Can New Technology Stop Drowsy Driving Accidents?

Drowsy driving is all too common on U.S. highways. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 824 people were killed in car accidents… read more

Federal Agencies Decide Against Required Sleep Apnea Testing

In a recent joint announcement, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) revealed that they are no longer pursuing plans to require sleep apnea… read more

The Connection Between Driver Fatigue and Truck Accidents

In the past decade there has been a 20% increase in the number of commercial truck accidents (data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration FMCSA). Is there… read more

Traumatic Brain Injuries in the Construction Industry

The construction industry has the largest number of fatal and non-fatal traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in the U.S. workplace… read more

Takata Airbag Recall Update Including Death During Repair

Defective Takata airbags are still causing fatalities – even when they are not on the road… read more

Do Certain Hair Care Products Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer?

A recent study performed by Rutgers University revealed some intriguing connections between certain hair care products and breast cancer… read more

What is a Truck Underride Accident?

A truck underride accident is devastating and can result in horrible deaths. An underride accident occurs when a smaller vehicle crashes into the side or back of a tractor-trailer and slides underneath… read more

Florida Supreme Court News: Medical Malpractice Caps Rejected

In a recent decision, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the law that limits pain and suffering damages in medical malpractice cases is unconstitutional. … read more

Don’t Underestimate the Long-Term Harmful Effects of Near Drowning

Every year the news is full of stories of individuals – most of them children – who have been saved from near drowning. read more

Recent Fatalities Emphasize the Dangers of Recreational Boating

Two recent fatal watercraft accidents in the Fort Lauderdale area highlight the fact that boating for pleasure can be very hazardous. read more

Truck Exit Ramp Rollover Accident Results in Fatality

A recent semi-truck rollover accident near Sarasota resulted in the death of the driver. read more

Workplace Violence Causes Fatalities in Orlando

Violence in the workplace recently struck again when 5 Fiamma employees were killed at work by a disgruntled former employee… read more

Child Dies After Sustaining a Serious Head Injury in a Golf Cart Accident

A tragic accident in Thomasville Georgia, near Tallahassee, claimed the life of an 8-year old boy. The boy ran into the path of a golf cart which hit him, knocking him to the ground and then running him over. The child suffered a severe head injury and later died at the hospital. read more

Get Ready Now: Hurricane Season Begins on June 1

Fort Lauderdale narrowly missed a direct hit by Hurricane Matthew last year. Matthew turned further north and weakened so our state was only touched by the outer eyewall. This hurricane finally made landfall in South Carolina. read more

Tragic Georgia Truck Crash Shows Vulnerability of Passenger Car Occupants

A southbound Federal Express truck pulling tandem trailers veered across the highway divider and into northbound traffic, slamming into the side of a northbound car and killing its driver. The truck continued across all 4 northbound lanes, stopping at last with the second trailer overturned. read more

Defective Tires can Cause Devastating Accidents

Most of us underestimate the importance of the tires on the vehicles we drive, but they are the only point of contact between our vehicle and the road and are critical to vehicle handling and braking. read more

Blind Spots for Trucks: Stay Away From

All vehicles have blind spots, which are areas of the road that can’t be seen by looking forward, by looking in the rear-view mirror or by looking in the side mirrors. read more

Put Safety First When Bicycling

Bicycling is a great way to get fresh air, exercise and do something good for the environment. In May, the League of American Bicyclists celebrates National Bike Month as the perfect time to learn more about the fun of bicycling as well as bicycle safety. read more

Brain Injuries: A Tragic Result in Motorcycle Accidents

In 2015, the 606 Florida motorcyclists killed in accidents represented an incredible 30% increase over the prior year. read more

Worker Injured in Construction Scaffolding Fall in Fort Lauderdale

Recently, a worker fell about 30 feet from scaffolding while working outside a building in Fort Lauderdale. read more

Using Dash Cams as Evidence in Trucking Accidents

A semi-trailer driver whose truck recently plunged off an overpass on I75 near Tampa was cited for using a cellphone while operating a commercial motor vehicle. read more

Prom Safety Tips for Parents and Teens

Spring means that it’s prom season. This is an exciting time for your teenager, but at the same time, every year the news is full of tragic car accidents resulting from reckless behavior. read more

Children’s Traumatic Brain Injuries can be Devastating

It may seem incredible but up to 1 million children are treated in U.S. emergency rooms every year with brain injuries. And 20,000 of these will suffer moderate to severe – and life-changing – symptoms. (statistics from tbi.org) read more

Rear-End Vehicle Collisions can Cause Serious Injuries

One of the most common types of vehicle accidents – up to 28% of all car accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration – are rear-end collisions. These crashes occur when a vehicle hits the one in front of it. Although many are minor fender-benders, some rear-end collisions can cause severe injuries and even death. read more

Common Types of Truck Accidents

A truck vs. car accident or any other smaller vehicle can be devastating in terms of injuries or even death as well as property damage. read more

New Resident Rights at Nursing Homes

The federal government has issued the first comprehensive updates to nursing home and other long-term care facility regulations since 1991. Created by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), some provisions became effective last fall with the rest phasing in during 2017 and 2019. read more

What are Traumatic Brain Injuries?

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain and can be mild or severe. read more

Jackknifed Tractor Trailer Accidents Can be Deadly

Traveling the highway with tractor-trailers can be intimidating. These commercial vehicles weighing up to 80,000 pounds have the potential to inflict catastrophic damage in accidents simply because of their large size and weight. read more

Be on Your Guard for Tax Scams

Did you know that tax season is prime time for criminals trying to steal your money through tax scams?… read more

2016’s Most Significant Product Recalls

As consumers, we should feel confident that any vehicle or product that we purchase or use has been properly manufactured, evaluated and tested for safety… read more

Ft. Lauderdale Hit and Run Crash Resulted in Bicyclist’s Death

2017 began disastrously for a 19-year old bicyclist in Ft. Lauderdale. On the evening of New Year’s Day as he was biking on Powerline Road, his bike was struck on the back by a car that allegedly kept on going. The bicyclist…read more

South Florida Legal Guide Names Diana Santa Maria as Top Lawyer

The Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, P.A. is pleased to announce that Diana Santa Maria has been recognized as a Top Lawyer by the 2017 South Florida Legal Guide… read more

The Leading Causes of Wrongful Death

A wrongful death is one in which the death is brought about by the negligence or wrongful act of others. Not every death is wrongful, but if you have lost a family member…read more

New Florida Laws Effective January 2017

The last 3 bills signed by Governor Scott from Florida’s 2016 legislative session went into effect on January 1…read more

Mistakes That can Ruin Your Accident Claim

If you have been injured in an auto accident, it’s all too easy to ruin your chances to collect compensation in an accident claim. Now is not the time to relax and just let things happen. You must act quickly, be vigilant and be very careful…read more

Drive Carefully to Avoid Hydroplaning on Wet Roads

While winter ice and snowstorms rage across the U.S., here in Florida we enjoy unlimited sunshine and balmy temperatures. Poor driving conditions for us are limited to rain and wet roads, but these can be extremely dangerous… read more

Falls in Nursing Homes – Are They Preventable?

If you’ve entrusted the care of an elderly loved one to a nursing home or other elder care facility, you expect that they will be safe and under good care. Unfortunately, too many of these facilities have fallen below federal standards… read more

Holiday Decorating Safety

A big part of the fun and rewards of the holiday season is decorating our homes, no matter which holiday you celebrate. Unfortunately, when home decorations are used without regard to fire safety or are of inferior quality, the result can be a home structure fire… read more

The Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria: 2017 Best Lawyers List

We are pleased to announce that once again The Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale has been selected for inclusion along with a select group of attorneys in Best Lawyers in America… read more

Brain Injury Lawsuit Underscores the Risk of Using Treadmills

Keeping up your fitness routine is the best way to reduce stress during the busy holiday season. But if you choose to workout at a gym, be very cautious when operating the machines. Each year thousands of Americans fall off of equipment, push themselves too much or drop heavy weights, resulting in injuries like fractures, torn muscles or strained backs… read more

Texting and Driving

It’s hard – or impossible – to imagine our lives without cell phones. We need to be connected to family, friends and business contacts 24/7. However, despite laws that attempt to curb their use, cell phone use is still a major contributor to car accidents caused by distracted drivers…read more

Tips for Holiday Air Travel

Thanks to lower fuel prices and a more robust economy, U.S. airports are bracing for what experts say may be a record-setting holiday travel season…read more

Worker Seriously Injured in Port Everglades Construction Accident

A recent construction accident at Port Everglades demonstrates once again why construction jobs are in the top 12 of the most dangerous occupations in the U.S. … read more

What to do if You are Injured in a Retail Store?

A slip and fall in a retail business is more than just embarrassing. You can be injured, perhaps even seriously. There are many hazards that could cause a fall – frayed carpeting, liquid spills or even hangers on the floor of a changing room. All of a sudden you find yourself on the floor and in pain… read more

What is Whiplash?

Whiplash is a common term – we hear it almost routinely after a car accident or other type of vehicle accident. Basically, any sudden blow or impact that causes your neck to jolt forward and then quickly backwards… read more

Motorcycle Accidents Often Result in Catastrophic Injuries and Costs

Motorcyclists love our wonderful Florida weather as they can bike our roads almost every day. Biking can be efficient transportation as well as fun and adventurous, but riding a motorcycle is not without risk… read more

How to Identify and Stay Away From Holiday Scams

Now that we’re into October, it’s not too soon to begin thinking about the holiday season. Most of us pleasurably anticipate Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and other religious holidays because of special occasions with family and friends… read more

Prepare Now for Any Type of Emergency

Recent news reports are filled with the reported terrorist events in Minnesota, New Jersey and New York. Stories of these man-made tragedies share the news with natural disasters, including direct hits on our state by hurricanes Colin, Hermine and Julia… read more

Avoid the Social Media Trap in Personal Injury Cases

Anything that you post on social media can be used against you in your personal injury case – even if your settings are private rather than public. Hard to believe? It’s true – attorneys and insurance companies for the at-fault party can gain access to your postings, photos and even private conversations fairly easily… read more

Drowsy Driving can be as Dangerous as Driving Drunk

Going without rest for 18 hours is like having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.05%. But it gets worse from there – no sleep for 21 hours can cause a driver to act and react like someone with a BAC of 0.08% – the legal limit for driving under the influence!… read more

Baby Injuries in Strollers, Infant Carriers all too Common

Researchers from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Ohio have found that an estimated 360,937 children under age 5 were treated in emergency rooms for injuries related to these children’s products in the 21 years ending in 2010… read more

Fitness Tracker Data Used in Personal Injury Cases

A Canadian case last year involved a personal trainer who had been injured in an auto accident. Using the data from her Fitbit fitness tracker, her attorney was able to demonstrate the severity of her injuries by proving that her activity levels had lessened after the accident… read more

Nursing Home Abuse: Exploitation on Social Media

A recent ProPublica report documented abuses in assisted living centers and nursing homes by way of social media, including at least 47 instances since 2012. As a result, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)… read more

8 Steps to Take if You are Involved in a Bicycle Accident

A 2015 CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) report shocked our state when it revealed that Florida has the highest bicycle death rate in the nation at 0.057 per 100,000 population… read more

Is Talcum Powder a Safe Product?

Talcum powder appears to be one of the safest products around. After all, we smooth it on babies every day! Yet extended use of talcum powder has been linked to ovarian cancer… read more

Neck Injuries and Car Accidents

Car headrests or restraints are designed to limit the backward movement of the occupant’s head in an auto accident and therefore prevent or minimize a whiplash injury… read more

Avoid Watercraft Accidents by Practicing Boating Safety

Residents and visitors to our beautiful city are fortunate to be able to enjoy more than 165 miles of navigable channels and plenty of access to the open ocean. Add to that our outstanding year-round weather and you have the perfect setting for boaters of all types to enjoy the open water…read more

Pokemon Go Mobile Game Causing Distracted Walking Accidents

Have you heard about the new Pokemon Go craze? This new video game designed for mobile use is based on the classic media franchise…read more

Defective Product Update: Takata Airbags and Jeep Rollaway Recalls

Airbag Recalls. This spring we posted about the massive Takata airbag recall – the largest automotive recall ever in U.S. history. Well, it just keeps getting bigger…read more

Wrong-Way Accidents Carry High Cost in Lives and Damage

Seeing a driver driving the wrong way and coming at you head-on is a terrifying prospect. According to a 2009 National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report, wrong way collisions occur in only 3% of all accidents…read more

Is a Wrong Diagnosis Medical Malpractice?

When you entrust yourself or a family member to the care of a doctor, the last thing you would expect is that your medical condition, illness or injury would be misdiagnosed…read more

What to do if You are in a Car Accident

Have you or a family member been involved in a car accident? Having even a minor fender-bender is emotional and stressful with potential injuries and financial consequences…read more

Use Fireworks Safely to Enjoy Summer Holidays

Hooray for the red, white and blue! Americans will be celebrating Independence Day soon and especially enjoy dazzling displays of fireworks. Did you know that our tradition of using fireworks to celebrate the Fourth of July began in 1777?… read more

Premises Liability Cases: Slip and Fall

A restaurant visitor slips on a grease spill near the kitchen. A child falls after slipping on a collected pool of water at an amusement park. A delivery service representative… read more

Construction Accidents can Cause Life-Altering Injuries

A recent accident in Davie, FL shows just how hazardous it can be to work in the construction industry. More than a dozen firefighters worked for more than an hour to free a worker who was trapped while operating a small front loader. He had been pinned between the bucket and the body of the Bobcat…. read more

‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign Emphasizes Seat Belt Safety

Do you wear your seat belt every single time you get in a car? Driver or passenger? Front seat and back? Do the young drivers in your household wear seat belts and do they insist that their friends buckle up?…. read more

Dog Bites: Painful and Emotionally Scarring

Do you have a dog for a pet? They are not only man’s best friend, but they are wonderful company and protectors for all, young and old…. read more

Defective Drugs can Cause Permanent, Life-Altering Illness or Injury

It becomes a nightmare when a drug, either because of inadequate side effect warnings, incomplete or inaccurate directions for use or because it shouldn’t have been on the market at all, causes serious injury, illness or even death…. read more

Cars are no Match for Trains in Railroad Crossing Accidents

It’s tempting to speed up and try to out run those flashing lights and descending bars at railroad crossings to make it across before the train appears. But don’t do it…. read more

Enjoy Amusement Parks Safely

Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? A big benefit of living in South Florida is the availability of many theme and amusement parks – just a short drive away…. read more

Head Injuries Including Traumatic Brain Injuries can be Devastating

Head injuries are not just for football players, although it’s estimated that there are at least 1.6 million sports-related brain injuries every year. The 3 leading causes of TBIs are falls, blunt trauma to the head and motor vehicle crashes…. read more

Safety Tips to Avoid Drowning Accidents

Here in southern Florida we have an abundance of water sources perfect for recreational fun including more than 600 miles of beaches and thousands of private and public swimming pools…. read more

Defective Takata Airbag Issue Hits Home with Safety Leader

In an ironic twist to the saga of the defective Takata airbags, Dr. Mark R. Rosekind, head of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), is now personally involved in this huge recall… read more

Unsafe Beauty Products can Cause Serious Injury

Beauty products are “feel good” materials that enhance our appearance and make us feel pampered. The last thing you could ever imagine is that these products could harm you. But in fact, that is what happens every day… read more

Cellphone Use Linked to Upsurge in Pedestrian Deaths

A recent preliminary report on 2015 pedestrian deaths in the U.S. showed a 10% increase over 2014. The “Pedestrian Traffic Fatalities by State” report… read more

Protect Our Elders From Nursing Home Abuse

It can often be a difficult decision to relocate a loved one to a nursing home. Your emotions are complicated by the fear that your family member will be subjected to negligent or even abusive conditions…read more

Hit & Run Car Accidents

If you or a family member has been injured in a car accident, you know that the results can be devastating for victims and their families. Usually, in the event of an accident…read more