Americans are healthier and living longer than ever before. Elderly drivers can be found all over the roadways in Florida. Some people continue to drive even when it is no longer safe for them to do so. In general, elderly drivers are safer because they are more likely to use seatbelts, observe speed limits, and […]

We’re in the midst of hurricane season in Florida, and heavy rains are not uncommon. Anyone who has experienced bad weather on the road knows that many drivers don’t drive appropriately for the conditions. There are reasons bad weather leads to more car accidents. Drivers are obliged to always drive safely, even in inclement weather. […]

After a car accident, you may walk away, experiencing little pain, and count yourself lucky. However, days later, you may experience pain or other symptoms. Is it possible that these symptoms are related to injuries caused by the car accident? It’s very likely that they are. Due to the adrenaline experienced during a car accident, […]

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers against the use of a number of hand sanitizer products that have been found to contain methanol, or a new contaminant 1-propanol, which has recently been found in some products. A number of hand sanitizers have been recalled, but there are still others that the FDA […]

As businesses across the country reopen after shutdowns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, immunity waivers are becoming more commonplace. Given the fact that the virus continues to spread, many businesses are trying to protect themselves by asking customers to waive their right to sue if they contract COVID-19 on a business’s premises. Companies are similarly […]

Many companies in the United States choose to purchase insurance that covers their officers and directors if they or the company are sued. Premiums for this type of insurance have increased recently, jumping 104% in the first quarter compared with the same period a year earlier. There a number of different factors behind the increase, […]

Many businesses have been shut down for months. But as states and cities open back up, thousands of employees are returning to work. As these workers return, they wonder about their personal safety and exposure to the coronavirus. There are a number of things an employer can and cannot do when it comes to safety […]

In early August 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) began accepting Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness applications. In addition, new guidelines were introduced on the loan forgiveness process and a new appeals process. There is continuing confusion regarding the forgiveness process, and many businesses are waiting until everything is straightened out. What is […]

Recent research is demonstrating that OxyContin and the aggressive and irresponsible way that it was marketed, may have caused more damage than originally thought. OxyContin is an opioid painkiller that was first placed on the market by manufacturer Purdue Pharma in 1996. It was a 12-hour release of oxycodone. It was often abused by users […]

Many women, especially those affected by breast cancer, look to breast implants to help their self-esteem. In 2018 alone, more than 400,000 women chose to get breast implants for either aesthetic or reconstructive reasons. Breast augmentation is the most popular form of cosmetic surgery. The breast implant industry has long faced issues with recalls and […]