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Hospital Transfer Delay Cases and Emergency Preparedness While hospitals frequently advertise that they’re ready for any emergency, in many instances, that’s just not true. Many Florida hospitals lack the services needed to deal with certain emergencies, causing a transfer delay. While patients assume that a hospital has every type of doctor available at a moment’s […]
Persistent Danger in Florida: Thousands of Vehicles Still Equipped with Hazardous Takata Airbags Over a decade after the largest automotive recall in history, millions of vehicles across the United States, particularly in Florida, still contain potentially deadly Takata airbags. Despite efforts to alert vehicle owners and repair these airbags, the issue remains unresolved, posing significant […]
Negligence in Delayed Stroke Diagnosis in Florida When it comes to stroke, any health care provider will tell you “time is brain.” You may have seen billboards instructing you to act F.A.S.T. when you see the signs of stroke. A delayed stroke diagnosis can be devastating. While some delays are outside of a hospital’s control—such […]
Drunk driving is a serious offense that poses significant risks to everyone on the road. In Florida, the consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) are severe, reflecting the state’s commitment to minimizing alcohol-related crashes. If a drunk driver has hit you, understanding your legal options is crucial. The attorneys at Paul | Knopf | […]
It is normal for injured patients, or even the families of patients who have died, to question their own actions and role in causing a bad outcome. And indeed, Florida law, like the law of the vast majority of states, allows the conduct of the patient or injured individual to be considered by the jury, […]
Avoidable negligence often contributes to semi-truck accidents, leading to numerous personal injury claims and lawsuits for damages. Analyzing truck accidents and Florida truck accident statistics uncovers several intriguing and essential facts. Understanding more about semi-truck accidents can help you respond if you are involved in one. Florida Truck Accident Statistics: Understanding Frequency and Impact Florida’s […]
Immediate Recall Alert for Defective Airbags Nissan issued an urgent “do not drive” warning for nearly 84,000 vehicles with potentially deadly Takata defective airbags. This critical advisory affects Sentra models from 2002 to 2006, Pathfinder SUVs from 2002 to 2004, and Infiniti QX4 vehicles from 2002 or 2003. These vehicles are under the recalls numbered […]
Top States with the Highest and Lowest Truck Accident Rates in 2023: Surprising Statistics Revealed Truck driving is one of the most perilous occupations in the United States. The long hours, treacherous roads, and the weight of the cargo make it a demanding job. The truck accident attorneys at Paul | Knopf | Bigger explore […]
Volkswagen’s Recall: A Products Liability Perspective Volkswagen is under scrutiny in the latest developments concerning product safety and consumer protection due to a critical safety issue. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a recall query into approximately 51,500 Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles (EVs). The investigation follows numerous reports of vehicle doors unexpectedly opening […]
Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to ‘Forced Neutral’ Recently, Ford issued a recall that underscores the importance of product liability law in protecting consumers. The recall involves certain hybrid vehicles that may unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving, creating potential hazards on the road. This recall, affecting specific models of the Ford Maverick, Ford Escape, and […]