Blog Posts in July, 2015

Teaching Your Children Bike Helmet Safety

Bicycles are essentially a way of life for children. Bicycles are a source of enjoyment and entertainment for children; and they also provide them with exercise, a way to visit friends, and explore their environment. However, bikes can also be dangerous for kids. In fact, more children ages 5 to 14 are taken to the emergency room for injuries sustained from bike accidents than any other sport. And ...

Do You Have a Car Accident Pack in Your Car?

You are cold, wet, and waiting for first responders after a collision. The person in the other car seems drunk and has a gash on his head. You feel helpless for a moment, but then you remember your car accident pack in the trunk. Grabbing a trash bag, you pull a hole for your head and arms, before throwing the blanket over your shoulder and taking it to the driver of the other vehicle and offering ...

Dog Bites Should Be Taken Seriously

For many Floridians, dog ownership is a way of life. But when your dog bites someone, you may be on the hook for thousands of dollars in medical bills, even if you think you have insurance. If you are a dog owner, or are thinking of getting a dog, make sure that you are protected in the event your pet ever injures another person. Florida’s Legal Standards Florida’s dog bite laws are based on a ...

4 tips to reduce road rage and avoid an accident

It is a million degrees outside, and your boss has asked you to present a big idea to a huge client and the stress couldn’t be higher. Your hands clutch the steering wheel and a car swerves, cutting in front of you. You miss your exit. It is completely unfair; you feel your pulse quicken and your brow creased, who does this driver think they are?! You want to show them that they can’t treat you ...

Checking Medications Before Leaving Pharmacy

“More than 100,000 Americans die each year of adverse drug reactions, according to a landmark report in the Journal of the American Medical Association — making such reactions one of the six leading causes of death in the U.S.” –HealthDay How Pharmacy Errors Affect You Unfortunately, pharmacy errors can have major implication on a patient’s health and wellbeing. The possible repercussions vary and ...

3 tips to avoid accidents on your boat

This past February, a boat ran into a restaurant, the Sunset Grille in Little Harbor. Though there were damages to the restaurant only minor injuries were reported. The visibility was bad due to the fog- According to Tampa Bay Times . This seems like a ridiculous type of accident, but unfortunately boating accidents are common and can happen for a variety of reasons. To ensure your next boating ...

Dealing With The Insurance Company After Your Accident

Car insurance is a critical part of recovering damages after an accident. Without insurance, you may not be able to recover money for your hospital bills, or repair damaged property. However, just because you pay your insurance company to reimburse you for your losses, do not assume that your insurance company—or the other driver’s insurance company—has your best interests in mind. Before you ...

Who Do I Sue: Why Trucking Accidents Are Different

In most auto accidents, there are two main parties: you and the other driver. When you are involved in an accident with a large truck, the legal issues and the parties involved becomes much more complicated. Semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other types of commercial vehicles are just one part of a trucking business. The other parts of these businesses may also share in the legal responsibility for ...

Learning to fly?

Piloting is such an elating and exciting skill to obtain. It is the thrill of a lifetime to glide through the air, controlling an aircraft and becoming a master of the sky. It is only natural to want to share this feeling and excitement with friends and family. Before you show off your new skills, it is important to ensure you have completed all training and qualifications for your pilot license ...

Tips To Keep You And Your Family Safe When Sharing The Road With Large Trucks

Accidents with a semi-truck or tractor trailer often have devastating consequences for the occupants of a passenger vehicle. Because these trucks are so large and so heavy, collisions with a large truck or commercial vehicle often result in catastrophic injuries or even deaths. To prevent these dangerous accidents, all drivers must share the road responsibly. When you are driving, remember these ...