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Scott Marshall | April 12, 2022
We all know that traffic lights are designed to control the flow of traffic and prevent vehicles from crashing into each other. In theory, if a traffic light is present and functional, there should be zero auto accidents. But this isn’t reality. Traffic lights are not physical barriers. Instead, it’s up to individual drivers to ... Red-light running accidents: Where does Florida rank?
Scott Marshall | March 17, 2022
When you stay at a hotel, you expect that hotel to take certain steps to keep you safe. This doesn’t mean that injuries are impossible, but it does mean that the hotel owners and staff can’t be negligent in their duties and responsibilities. If they are, then the hotel itself may be responsible for any ... Issues with hotel security could lead to a lawsuit
Scott Marshall | March 2, 2022
Everyone faces risks on the road, from commuters to cyclists to commercial drivers. Pedestrians, however, arguably face some of the greatest risks of all. They’re entirely exposed and can be seriously injured if they are hit by a vehicle, even a car traveling at a low speed. As a pedestrian, consider the following tips to ... Tips to help pedestrians stay safe
Scott Marshall | February 9, 2022
Those in Florida affected by a sudden and tragic death caused by the negligence of an individual or entity may be able to file what’s known as a “wrongful death” lawsuit. A wrongful death claim helps provide justice and compensation for surviving family members in two different ways. Accountability and compensation The first is about ... Understanding non-economic losses in a Florida wrongful death claim
Scott Marshall | January 27, 2022
Most people don’t know much about premises liability, which is the legal and financial responsibility a property owner or business owner has for people who get hurt while visiting. The average property owner carries homeowner’s insurance to protect themselves, and businesses often carry premises liability policies to protect them from the same risks. Beyond that, ... Does premise liability include injuries from an assault?
Scott Marshall | January 21, 2022
Many of us are familiar with warning labels on the products we purchase. Something as simple as the plastic wrap around a toy is likely to come with a “suffocation” warning hazard for children. And this is a good thing; warning labels are extremely beneficial. They help remind us all of the dangers of a ... Defective or missing warning labels often cause trouble for consumers
Scott Marshall | January 13, 2022
The manufacturing industry offers a significant source of employment for people in Clearwater, Florida, and surrounding areas. Generally, workers go about their daily business with little cause for concern. Unfortunately, factories can be a hazardous place to work and employees do sustain injuries on occasion. Recognizing the more common types of accidents in manufacturing can help ... Top 2 common hazards in manufacturing
Scott Marshall | January 12, 2022
The average adult will tell you that they simply don’t have enough time to do everything that they need to on any given day. Some people say “fatigue” is a badge of honor, not realizing that their chronic sense of exhaustion impacts their own safety and those around them. People often sacrifice sleep so that ... Study: More exhausted drivers are on the road than you think
Scott Marshall | December 12, 2021
Collisions between motor vehicles cause thousands of deaths and tens of thousands of injuries in the United States every year. Although many people get hurt in vehicles on their own time, a significant number of people also get hurt in car crashes while working, like delivery drivers. According to data provided by the Center for ... Car crashes are a major work risk and lead to third-party claims
Scott Marshall | November 16, 2021
Workers’ compensation is a relatively comprehensive no-fault insurance program. You probably know that you can rely on workers’ compensation to help you cover your medical bills and lost wages if you get hurt on the job. However, sometimes, the liability for an injury on the job isn’t always clear. In some cases, a third party ... Who pays for your bills if you get into an on-the-clock crash?
Scott Marshall | November 16, 2021
Many people think that plumbers have a rather safe job, but there are many hazards that come with this occupation. The physical strain on a plumber’s body can be immense, especially when they have to get into small spaces to do their job. Repetitive strain injuries are common among plumbers – but that’s only the ... The dangers plumbers face at work
Scott Marshall | November 15, 2021
Unfortunately, yes. A crowd surge, as it’s referred to, is possible whenever there are large numbers of people in a confined space. However, there are concrete steps that organizers of a high-profile event should always take to minimize the possibility of injury or loss of life. The incident that killed at least nine people at the ... Could an Astroworld-like event happen in Florida?