Drunk driving accidents can be traumatic, as both physical and emotional pain can coincide with the effects of these accidents. With drunk driving accidents taking place in the United States each year, those affected may be able to fight for justice and awards. If you or a loved one has been part of a drunk …
Florida statutes regarding slip and fall accidents may seem tricky, but that does not mean it is impossible to seek legal action after such an accident. A Melbourne slip and fall injury lawyer with Ben Crump Law, PLLC, can walk you through the process of filing a complaint, communicating with liable parties, and calculating your …
When you go to the doctor, you anticipate that that individual attending to you and the staff around you have your best interests at heart. This, however, is not always the case. Medical professionals can cause both intentional and unintentional harm to their patients, either through negligence, failed diagnoses, or another form of mistreatment. If …
Taking legal action after a product malfunction, workplace incident, or human rights violation does not have to be scary. Instead, you can collaborate with a Melbourne class action lawsuits lawyer to cut through the red tape and pursue what compensation you deserve. To discuss your legal options, you can reach out to the team with …
Today, drivers in Orlando, FL and beyond are constantly facing distractions while at the wheel of their vehicle. Whether they are distracted by the scenery, fellow passengers, the car radio, eating and drinking, or their personal cell phone, these distractions can lead to serious injuries and property damages. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety …
Property owners are responsible for keeping their property safe and free from any hazardous or dangerous conditions. One of the ways that a property owner can create a safe environment for guests, customers, patrons, or invited persons is through security measures. Having any kind of surveillance or security measures on a property can help ensure …
Any person who visits a doctor, nurse, hospital, chiropractor, dentist, or other healthcare professional for a medical condition expects to receive appropriate care. The last thing anyone ever expects is that a visit to a medical provider will cause additional injuries, illness, or harm. However, if a medical professional behaves in a negligent manner and …
Rollover accidents cause some of the most serious and catastrophic injuries on the roadways in the United States. Whenever a vehicle actually rolls over, victims inside have a serious risk of suffering severe injuries from a crushed roof or other dangers. Unfortunately, in some cases, victims of rollover accidents often die as a result of …
A few years ago it would be absolutely impossible to believe that a commonplace activity would be to contact a stranger and hop in their car so that they could take you to work or a restaurant. However, with the introduction of ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft, most people in the United States …
Many people have seen the stereotypical car injury victim wearing a neck brace on television and in the movies. In many cases, these media examples of whiplash have created negative and incorrect assumptions regarding the actual injury, more accurately known as Whiplash Associated Disorder. According to the Mayo Clinic, whiplash occurs when a person receives …
According to the Mayo Clinic, whiplash is a serious injury that can result from car accidents and cause a lifetime of debilitating pain and suffering. In some cases, it can completely devastate a victim’s life, leaving them with a lifetime of medical bills, physical therapy, and an inability to return to work. In other cases, …
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that nearly one-quarter of all car crashes in Florida are hit and run accidents. While drivers are legally required to stay at the scene of an accident and fleeing is a criminal offense, some people leave out of fear, shock, or an attempt to …
According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), failure to yield the right-of-way in traffic is the fourth leading cause of car accidents. If you or your loved one has suffered injuries or property damage because another driver failed to yield the right-of-way, you could be eligible to receive compensation for your losses. A St. Petersburg …
One of the many difficult decisions that law enforcement officers have to make is whether to pursue a suspect fleeing in a vehicle. While they must apprehend suspects, they also have a duty to prevent harm from occurring to others, and high-speed vehicle pursuits can cause a great amount of damage, including death. If you …
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that almost half of all two-vehicle crashes are due to a rear-end collision. While this type of car accident can often be minor, some rear-end collisions are deadly or may cause severe injuries as well as property losses. If you or your loved ones have suffered injuries due …
Unfortunately, elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States and may only increase as the COVID-19 pandemic makes it harder to visit loved ones inside of a nursing home. Neglecting nursing home patients in Melbourne, FL is inexcusable, and if you or your loved one suffered an injury as a result of nursing …
While no amount of money can eradicate a car crash victim’s suffering, insurance policies often cover some or all of the costs of medical care, property damage, and other losses, helping individuals to recover and get back on their feet. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. If you have been hit by an uninsured …
Typically, when a driver is involved in a crash, they will stop or pull over as soon as they realize what has occurred. After ensuring everyone in their vehicle is safe, they will speak with the other involved parties and exchange pertinent details, including contact and insurance information. This is not always the case, though. …
While police officers are not above the law, they are allowed some exceptions to the rules in order to perform the essential functions of their duties. This can include engaging in car chases, which often involves high speeds and dangerous maneuvers. These pursuits can endanger the officers as well as the suspect and their passengers …
Getting into an accident on the road, on private property or in public, can shake you enough as it is. When those sorts of accidents result in the wrongful death of a loved one, it can feel as though your whole world has turned on its head. The team with Ben Crump Law, PLLC knows …
