According to the U.S. Coast Guard, boating accidents are on the rise. They can cause the same types of injuries as car accidents. Those involved may endure severe burns, broken bones and brain damage. The rate of fatal accidents is also, sadly, on the rise. Boating accidents bring their own…
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Innocent Dies after Crash
Police chases have been made strangely popular by reality T.V. shows that depict cops chasing down criminals. A crash that occurred on Wednesday morning served as a reminder of just how deadly those high-speed chases can be. NBC News reported that the chase began after police discovered that a South…
The Dangers of Drag Racing
Any car crash that results in death or injury is tragic, but fatal car crashes that are caused by irresponsible driving are particularly saddening. Many such accidents are the result of illegal drag races, also known as street races. Street racers don’t just put their own lives on the line…
Miami’s Motorists Rank Among Worst
Recently, The Huffington Post crowned Miami home to the worst drivers in America. In the Miami-Dade County area, distracted drivers continue to contribute to the overwhelming number of traffic accidents that occur daily. Brian Palmer, a writer for Slate.com, “crunched the numbers” and found in 2012 Miami topped the national…
Accident Kills One and Injures Two
One person was killed and another injured when a Smart Car and a truck collided at Biscayne Boulevard and Northeast 15th Street. The accident took place at 5 a.m. on Wednesday. According to Miami Police, the Smart Car, which was rented from Car 2 Go, caused the accident by running…
Boy Injured on Cruise-Ship
A relaxing family cruise turned into a nightmare when a 9-year-old was seriously injured on a Royal Caribbean ship. The child’s family is now suing the cruise line. According to NBC Miami, the boy was injured while playing a game in the ship’s entertainment zone for kids. The game involved…
Classes Resume After Deadly Car Crash
Classes at Miami Dade College’s Liberty City Campus resumed after a fiery car crash killed one person and injured three. The four-door, silver Lincoln sedan was speeding on Northwest Seventh Avenue before it clipped a light post and crashed into a building. The car was reported stolen on Aug. 18.…
Driver Arrested Almost 2 Months Later
After originating a multi-car accident almost two months ago Isis Cesar, 36, was arrested August 5, 2013 and now faces DUI and manslaughter charges. According to reports, she takes several medications, was under the influence of alcohol at the time and smoked marijuana the day before. According to police, on…
Slip and Fall Accidents
It is common for floors to get wet, pavement to become uneven and slip and falls to happen. It is for that reason that not every instance of a slip and fall accident should result in a lawsuit. Business and homeowners cannot be expected to catch every item or liquid…
Jerome H. Wolfson Honored
Jerome H. Wolfson, Esq. has been a personal injury lawyer for over 50 years. And recently he was honored by the Florida Bar for his many years of practice. Mr. Wolfson has represented Plaintiff victims since he began his practice. Being a lawyer for 50 years gives you tremendous perspective. …