Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed legislation that protects businesses and healthcare providers from personal injury lawsuits related to COVID-19. Finding a business entity responsible for COVID-19-related injuries was already nearly impossible—but this new statute makes even getting their cases to court almost hopeless. New COVID-19 Legislation Senate Bill 72, passed on...
Buckling your child’s seatbelt may seem like a given in this era of parenting. However, many states still assert the need for statutes regarding this essential safety measure in vehicles. Let’s look at the legislation regarding child restraints for various ages, as well as penalties you could face if you’re lax about buckling...
Recently, our very own Madeleine Mannello was featured in the United Way’s New Women United Spotlight, where she detailed her background and the experiences that have helped to shape her both personally and professionally. It gave us the idea to “spotlight” her as well to help you get to know her a bit better....
In July 2021, a dozen people were hurt when a trolley overturned in St. Augustine, according to the St. Augustine Fire Department. The fire department posted on Facebook that the twelve people were taken to a hospital with unknown conditions relating to this tour bus injury. A spokesperson said that the trolley toppled...
If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in a Florida business establishment, you may be looking at expensive medical bills, not to mention damages to any property on your person at the time of injury. Most likely, the danger that caused the accident was not sufficiently presented to you, so you would...
If you are a Florida native, you know the conditions that summer brings. If you are a visitor who has never experienced a Florida summer, you will need to know the unique dangers of this distinct season. Scorching temperatures combined with excessive humidity that prevents your sweat from evaporating? That’s a recipe for...
