6 billion prescriptions were written in 2021. Prescriptions are a fact of life, with the vast majority working perfectly. But, sometimes, a doctor or hospital makes negligent mistakes, and the consequences can be dire. What are negligent prescriptions, how do they occur, and what are the potential consequences for patients?...
Navigating Nursing Home Laws: What Are Your Rights and Recourse if You Suspect Negligence or Abuse?
There were approx. 67,000 people living in licensed nursing homes in Florida in 2022. Most provide the level of care that we all want for our loved ones. Most, but not all. NURSING HOME RESPONSIBILITIES, PATIENTS' RIGHTS AND RECOURSE: Licensed Nursing homes are regulated by the AHCA (Agency for Health...
Shared Parental Custody Challenges in Florida for Unmarried Parents
When parents are not married and have children together, they can face a unique set of challenges when it comes to shared parental custody. In Florida, the court considers the best interest of the child when determining custody arrangements, but the process can still be complicated for unmarried parents....
Motorcycle Accidents: The Hidden Injuries That Can Be The Most Dangerous*
*And what you should never do immediately after a motorcycle or auto accident. In the past five years, only about 2% of all Florida traffic crashes involved a motorcycle. Yet the injuries both obvious and 'hidden' from motorcycle accidents can be among the most severe. Motorcycle accidents can result in...
Holiday Cheers And Holiday Tears: Tips To Avoid Being Hooked By Online Scams
What a wonderful time of year. Sadly along with the holiday spirit that we look forward to all year, comes a huge spike in online scams. 'I never fall for this, ' I downloaded a security app' are common refrains but online scams remind me of Whack-A-Mole: Just when we...
7 STEPS TO TAKE BEFORE YOU FILE FOR DIVORCE
Odd to be writing about divorce during this holiday season. But not when you realize that divorce filings typically jump in January. The word divorce conjures up many emotions but if you are thinking of proceeding, planning ahead will make all the difference for every member of the family. ...
DIVORCE OVER 50? 8 COMMOM MISTAKES TO AVOID IN A GREY DIVORCE
The divorce rate for Floridians over 50 has doubled in the last 20 years. Couples can divorce later in life for the same reasons younger couples split up. But when you're over 50, these reasons are framed by aging and the realization that you have more years behind you than...
Hiring a Florida Workers Comp Attorney: Is It Really Worth It?
You got hurt at work. Sometimes it's a singular injury, sometimes it comes from months/years of repetitive work. Now you need medical attention. There's that ubiquitous poster in the breakroom spelling out your rights but is it really as easy as it sounds? Maybe. But maybe not. And everyone offers...
CHILD SUPPORT IN FLORIDA: THE DOLLARS AND ‘CENTS’ OF IT ALL
This is an update on "Child Support in Florida: What, When and How Much" dated 6/21/21. Parents have a duty to support their dependent children until they turn 18, or 19 if they are still in high school. But they don't get to decide how much to pay; Child support...
5 TIPS DIVORCED PARENTS NEED TO REMEMBER FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL
Back to school comes sooner than we expect. Buying clothes, new backpacks, supplies, and for soon-to-be or already divorced parents, a whole new set of challenges to be faced. But with planning and good communication, the only ones who have to fear the 1st day of school will be the...