Defective products in Fort Myers create substantial hazards for consumers. Holiday weekends can be a particularly dangerous time for both defective product injuries and premise liability injuries in Fort Myers and elsewhere in South Florida. Our Fort Myers accident lawyers encourage you to check with the Consumer Product Safety Commission…
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Fireworks Accidents One Common Cause of Burn Injuries in Fort Myers
Burn injuries in Fort Myers and elsewhere in South Florida are among the most painful and medically complex catastrophic injuries a law firm can handle. Fireworks accidents in Fort Myers are just one cause. The Florida Department of Health reports children and teenagers are the most likely victims. In fact,…
Teen Killed by Distracted Driver in Naples
Everyone thinks they know how dangerous texing while driving is, but do you know just how deadly it can really be? Ask a Naples woman who recently lost her pregnant daughter because of a distracted-driving accident, according to WINK News. Now, to increase awareness of this dangerous habit, drivers are…
Older Residents More Likely to Die from a Fall Accident in Fort Myers
The National Safety Council uses the month of June every year to recognize National Safety Month. This entire month focuses its efforts on reducing the risks of unintentional injuries in Fort Myers and elsewhere. The most recent focus of this month’s safety efforts was the causes and consequences of slips,…
Sunshine State Ranks in Bottom for National Drivers Test Scores
The results are in. According to the GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test, Florida has some of the worst drivers in the United States. Florida ranked 37th out of the 50 states for knowledgeable drivers. The Sunshine State had an average test score of 76.5 percent. This means that nearly 20…
DOT Warns Motorists of Under-Inflated Tires Causing Car Accidents in Naples and Elsewhere
As you know, judging by the heat and the humidity, the summer is officially here. Unfortunately, so is the increased risk of a tire-related car accident in Fort Myers, Naples and elsewhere throughout the state. According to a U.S. Department of Transportation consumer advisory, this is the time for you…
SUVs Among the Safest Vehicles in Fort Myers Car Accidents
Once thought to be prone to deadly rollover accidents in Fort Myers and elsewhere, SUVs are now among some of the safest vehicles on our roadways, according to USA Today. A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that newer SUVs are much safer than smaller cars…
Summertime Safety Targets Injuries and Deaths in Fort Myers Car Accidents
Now that school has let out for the summer, families are starting to take vacations and spend more time outdoors. It’s a good time to put our focus on summertime safety. The National Safety Council is offering their annual month-long June observance on safety awareness in hopes of reducing the…
New Report Ranks Florida Number One for Deadly Pedestrian Accidents
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month aims Reduce Risks of Motorcycle Accidents in Florida
It’s no surprise that Florida residents and visitors enjoy spending time outdoors. But spring is also one of the most dangerous times of year for motorcycle riders. More than a million drivers in Florida currently have a motorcycle endorsement on their license. In an attempt to help keep our motorcyclists…