Many prescription drugs have side effects. In fact, drug companies frequently include a list of side effects on their drugs’ labels and packaging (not because they want to, but because they are required to do so under federal law). Patients should read these lists carefully, and they should make an […]
Each year, drug companies recall numerous drugs that they have marketed to patients and healthcare providers in the United States. These recalls come despite drug companies’ obligations to thoroughly test new drugs before bringing them to market and despite the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) role in approving drugs […]
Florida’s scenic routes, lined with lush foliage, sparkling waters, and charming coastal vistas, attract drivers from around the country. From the Overseas Highway to the historic Tamiami Trail, these picturesque roads offer a visual escape from the ordinary hum-drum drive. However, behind the beauty lies the hidden danger. Many of […]
Injury lawyers in Tallahassee know that accidents with the most serious injuries are often those where a motor vehicle hits someone who is walking or riding a bicycle. Because the driver of a car or truck or even a motorcycle is much better protected than a pedestrian or cyclist, a […]
Dangerous drugs are a very real concern. They shouldn’t be, but they are. Each year, dangerous drugs harm countless patients across the United States, and tragically, they cause numerous deaths that could—and should—have been avoided. If you or a loved one has been harmed by a dangerous drug, what are […]
While there is no good time to have an accident, suffering an accident while you’re on vacation has got to be just about the worst. You’re far from your regular support network, and the trip you’ve looked forward to and saved for is ruined. When and if you’re able to […]
As autonomous vehicles (AVs) become increasingly common on Florida’s roads, questions about legal responsibility for accidents involving these vehicles grow more pressing. Florida’s relatively lenient regulations for autonomous vehicles have encouraged companies to test and deploy these cars, but their presence introduces complexities into the traditional framework of auto accident […]
Every 44 seconds, someone in Florida causes a car accident. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that one in every seven times, the collision occurred because a driver allowed themselves to be distracted and lose focus on what they were doing. The Department also reports […]
Adverse reactions to prescription medications are alarmingly common. As a result, if you have experienced an adverse reaction to a drug that your doctor prescribed, you are not alone. Reporting adverse reactions allows for nationwide tracking, and this helps the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) determine when recalls are […]
Over the past 10 years, hit-and-run drivers have caused well over a million car accidents in Florida. More than 2,300 people lost their lives in hit-and-run accidents during that time, so drivers are fleeing the scene even when an accident is serious, and victims are in desperate need of help. Last […]
