Florida's New Pill Mill Law may be Difficult to Swallow
According to the St. Petersburg Times, “of all the oxycodone that is dispensed by physicians in the United States, 85 percent is dispensed by Florida doctors.”
Category: Personal Injury-Liability
Florida "Keep Your Eyes on the Kids" Program Helps Prevent Drowning
Tragically, Florida consistently has the highest unintentional drowning rate for children between the ages of 1 and 4. Such drownings usually occur in swimming pools and beaches, where inattentive parents, caregivers, or lifeguards are negligent in supervising children in the water. At Perenich The Law Firm, our drowning accident attorneys have more than 60 years of combined experience in holding those responsible for the unimaginable, tragic, and highly preventable death of a child due to drowning.
Good Faith/Bad Faith: Insurance Companies' Settlement Responsibilities
If the insurance company does not offer to settle for a reasonable amount, the attorney for the injured party may initiate a lawsuit. However, insurance companies are required by Florida law to attempt to settle injury claims in good faith.
Gov. Rick Scott Relaxes Security at Florida Ports
Florida Governor Rick Scott has signed a bill that reduces security measures at seaports throughout the state by eliminating separate state background checks for port employees. In doing so, Scott has put the safety of Florida residents behind the financial interests of Big Business at a nominal cost savings
Supreme Court Rules That Federal Auto Safety Standards Do Not Bar State Court Lawsuits
Despite its disappointing ruling on vaccine-related lawsuits earlier this week, the Supreme Court just decided another personal injury case that marks a significant victory for victims of negligently designed or manufactured automobiles.
Keyless Cars May be Fatal
This morning’s broadcast of the “Today” show provided a grim reminder of the potential health hazards and personal injury risks in cars with keyless ignitions. The show discussed the recent deaths of two Florida residents and a New York man in the past year …
NJ Supreme Court Deals Blow to Premises Safety
A ruling by the New Jersey Supreme Court has dealt a blow to consumer rights and safety expectations of the residents of the state and is an alarming precedent that could affect others across the nation…
Pre-Injury Releases for Minors Revisited
The Michigan Supreme Court just issued a new ruling that closely mirrors our Florida law. Read more to see what you can do to ensure the businesses you trust with your child’s safety is following the law…
IMPORTANT: Changes in FL Law Impact Waivers for Your Child
New changes to Florida Law may impact your child the next time you go to a commercial activity. Read more to find out how your child’s rights are protected and what to look for in the waivers they ask you to sign…