Court Watch - You Better Look Out for the Fine Print on Hyperlinks
August 21, 2019
The Florida 3rd District Court of Appeal in Miami ruled the citizens of Miami-Dade County cannot go to a jury trial against a wireless telephone service company if the company sent a text message to a purchaser with a hyperlink that stated the customer was agreeing to arbitration in the event of a dispute.
Florida Texting While Driving Laws
August 15, 2019
Under the new law signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, law enforcement now has the authority to pull over drivers JUST for texting and driving. Learn what this means for you.
What is a Hijab?
August 13, 2019
How Can Women Be Told What to Wear? Imagine, in America, a woman being told that she has to cover her head with a scarf to go out in public. As a woman lawyer in America, I cannot imagine this happening.
Car Recall Lawsuits in Stuart FL
August 8, 2019
When a product is recalled, it is usually due to a safety concern. Consumers need to know their rights when dealing with recalled automobiles.
Anti-Vaxxers and Measles
July 11, 2019
Parts of the U.S. are reeling under the rapid increase in the number of children getting the potentially-life threatening disease because parents fear the vaccination.
Child Care Abuse
July 11, 2019
Our children are our most precious responsibility and making sure they’re safe when others are entrusted with their care is a major concern for parents.
Area Hospitals Show Great Improvement
July 11, 2019
Recently, seven of the eight hospitals serving the Treasure Coast received A or B grades for safety by The Leapfrog Group. See their grades here.
Elder Abuse: Its signs and prevention
July 11, 2019
How do you know if a loved one – or you, yourself – is being victimized? There are several simple steps that help recognize telltale signs.
MRSA in Schools
June 7, 2019
Parents with school-aged children in Martin and St Lucie Schools should be on the alert to the potential of contacting MRSA at school. Learn more about the illness and the action you should take if your child has MRSA.
Rear-End Car Accidents Who’s at Fault?
June 7, 2019
Contrary to popular belief if your rear-ended a car that was stopped in front of you, you may not be at fault. Get the facts about rear-end car accidents.
Martin Memorial Birth Complications
March 12, 2019
Recently, USA TODAY investigated billing codes and determined Martin Memorial, our local hospital, has higher than average birth complication rates. What does this mean for you?
Are Nurses a Safe Substitute for a Doctor?
February 27, 2019
Legally, it is questionable if the ARNP has the necessary training to diagnose since they did not attend medical school. Many times the diagnosis could be wrong because the doctor did not actually conduct the examination of the patient.
Is a Nurse Practitioner as Good as a Doctor?
January 15, 2019
A recent trend that can be seen in many doctor's offices is the increased prevalence of nurse practitioners. What is a nurse practitioner? Should you be seeing the nurse or your doctor? Are you at greater risk?
Car Accident Whiplash Injury FAQs
August 14, 2018
Car accident whiplash injuries are quite common. Even in minor fender benders, both drivers and passengers are at high risk of neck, back, head, knee and other injuries.
Car Accident Brain Injury FAQs
August 7, 2018
Brain injuries are one of the most common aftermaths of car accidents. But, do you know exactly what qualifies as a brain injury, how they can affect you, or even how damages are calculated in lawsuits?
