Monthly Archives: August 2022
Can You Make A Homeowners Insurance Claim For Mold?
In Florida, many people see mold as a fact of life, what with our humidity, heat and rainfall. But mold is hardly innocuous; depending on the kind of mold, and who you ask, mold can either inflame allergies, or cause cancers. So when you do see or find mold, you may want to make… Read More »
Can A Non-Parent Bind A Child To Arbitration, Or To A Hold Harmless Agreement?
You probably already know that in many areas where extreme sports or indoor physical activity happen, like trampoline parks, ice skating, or go-carting the facilities will want you to sign waivers of liability. These waivers make you promise that you won’t sue them if you are injured. They also may make you promise that… Read More »
Why You Shouldn’t Sign A Blanket Medical Authorization
There are a lot of problems when you decide that you want to handle your personal injury case yourself, without an attorney. You can often be forced to say things or sign documents, without even being aware of what you are signing or saying. One area where this can become a problem is with… Read More »
Res Ipsa Loquitur: Funny Name, Serious Help For Accident Victims
Here’s a riddle: Can you show someone did something wrong, and thus, caused you an injury, without having to show what they did wrong? It may sound counterintuitive, even silly, but there is something in the law that allows you to do just that. It’s a legal theory called Res Ipsa Loquitur, and although… Read More »
A Day At The Spa May Not Be As Safe As You Think It Is
A day at the spa is supposed to be fun, relaxing and rewarding. Usually it is…unless something goes wrong. And what many people don’t know is how wrong a day at the nail salon can go. In fact, people have been seriously injured by a simple visit to the local nail salon. Small Injuries,… Read More »