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The Anesthesia Malpractice Problem in Florida
Most patients who have anesthesia for surgery come out just fine – but some are victims of anesthesia error and suffer serious complications like infections, kidney failure and brain damage. And some don’t survive being “put under.” The most frequent cause of...
Florida is in Top 5 For Truck Accidents
More than half a million truck accidents occur in the U.S. each year – and around 5,000 people are killed. Many of these truck accidents are in Florida, with its heavy highway traffic generated by the agricultural, manufacturing and tourism industries. In fact,...
Killer Bacteria Threatens Seniors in Florida Facilities
Nursing homes in Florida are preparing themselves for drug-resistant bacteria, which kill roughly half of the individuals that it infects. Unfortunately, seniors in long-term, acute care facilities are those who are hit hardest. The killer bacteria, known as...
Florida Nursing Homes Added to Watch List
Families in Florida who are choosing a nursing home for a loved one need to know as much as possible about the facilities they are considering. That is why the “Watch List” of Florida nursing homes is so valuable. The Watch List – compiled by the state Agency for...
Drivers in Poll Admit Texting, Talking on Phone
Distracted driving has received a great deal of attention recently. In Florida, our lawmakers are working to limit cellphone use behind the wheel. However, despite heightened awareness of the dangers of distracted driving, a new State Farm survey shows that it is...
John Deere Brackets Promise Hands-Free Phones on Tractors
Distracted driving is a growing problem, and it’s not limited to our roads and highways. John Deere, a manufacturer of agricultural machinery, is introducing cellphone- and tablet- mounting brackets that it says will reduce distractions for people who operate farm...
Americans Are the Most Distracted Drivers
America is No. 1 again, but this time it’s not for something we should brag about. According to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, distracted driving is a bigger problem in America compared to Europe. The CDC surveyed drivers here and in seven...
New Moms Among the Most Distracted Drivers
Being a mom is a tough job that often requires a great deal of multitasking. Survey results from American Baby Magazine and Safe Kids Worldwide reveal, however, that new moms may be trying to juggle too many tasks while driving a vehicle. The results of the survey of...
Florida DUI Death Toll Rises
More than 700 people in Florida lost their lives in 2011 in a vehicle accident involving a drunk driver. And close to 4,000 have been killed over the last five years. In many of those accidents, the drunk driver was a repeat DUI offender. That appears to be the case...
Billboard Wording May Distract Drivers
Most of the discussion concerning distracted driving has focused on distractions inside the car. Handheld electronic devices, primarily cellphones, are often considered the source of most driver distraction. However, a recent study by the University of Alberta has...
Year of Elder Abuse Prevention Promotes Safety in Florida Nursing Homes
People who have a relative residing in a Florida nursing home should pay close attention to the quality of care their loved one is getting. That’s one goal of the “Year of Elder Abuse Prevention,” according to the federal Administration on Aging (AoA). According to...
Study Shows Deadly Effects of Texting While Driving
Deaths caused by distracted driving in Florida and other states rose 22 percent in five years, new research reveals. The study – published in the Journal of the American Medical Association – shows the deadly consequences of talking on cell phones and texting behind...
Walt Disney World Joins Fight Against Distracted Driving Accidents in Florida
Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck are joining a statewide push to reduce distracted driving accidents in Florida. Walt Disney World has announced that it is teaming up with state and national organizations, among which include AAA, the Florida Sheriffs Association, Florida...
How Do Proposed Distracted Driving Laws Measure Up?
As we noted earlier this month, Florida’s distracted driving legislation is beginning to gain traction in both the House and Senate. Most of the debate won’t begin until March. In the meantime, let’s take a closer look at the laws being considered in Florida and how...
Florida Injury Lawyer Philip DeBerard, III, Selected as ‘2013 Top Rated Lawyer’
The founder of the law firm of Philip DeBerard, Injury Attorney, receives recognition in the Daily Business Review for achieving a Martindale-Hubbell™ AV Preeminent® peer review rating. Stuart, FL (Vocus/PRWEB) February 23, 2013 – Philip DeBerard, III, an injury...
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