FLORIDA FOLLOWS STRICT LIABILITY FOR DOG BITE INJURIES

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Under Florida law, dog owners can be held responsible for injuries caused by their dogs. Florida Statutes section 767.04 specifically addresses dog bites and provides that a dog owner is liable when the dog bites a person who is in a public place or lawfully in a private place, including the dog owner’s property. The […]

EFFECTIVE METHODS TO HELP RELIEVE PAIN AFTER AN ACCIDENT

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After an automobile accident, you may experience pain in your back, neck, shoulders, arms, legs, or other areas. Headaches can also occur after a crash. Some symptoms may appear immediately, while others can develop over the hours or days that follow. Because accident-related pain can have different causes, treatment should be based on the specific […]

ARE THERE EXCEPTIONS TO FLORIDA’S PERSONAL INJURY STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS

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If you’ve been injured due to another party’s negligence, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit seeking compensation for your losses. It is important to understand the applicable filing deadline because waiting too long can prevent you from pursuing the claim in court. Under Florida Statutes section 95.11, most negligence actions that […]

WHAT IS FLORIDA’S COMPARATIVE NEGLIGENCE LAW

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Determining fault for a car accident can be a challenging process. Under Florida law, fault can significantly affect a personal injury claim. Florida uses a modified comparative fault system. Under Florida Statutes section 768.81, damages are generally reduced in proportion to the injured person’s percentage of fault. In most negligence actions, however, a person who […]

CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS IN FLORIDA ARE ONE OF THE LEADING CAUSES OF WRONGFUL DEATH ON THE JOB

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Construction work in Florida can expose workers to serious hazards involving heights, heavy equipment, electricity, falling objects, dangerous materials, and other job-site conditions. Serrano Law is committed to helping injured workers and families understand the legal options that may be available after a serious construction accident or work-related death. For many employees injured on a […]