I just got back in town from the Florida Workers' Compensation Educational Conference. There was a lot of discussion about recent legislative "fix" to the October 2008 Emma Murray decision. For those of you not familiar with what is going on in workers' compensation law, you can read my prior posts regarding this subject.
Bottom line of all is that most in the industry believe the current law, as it is currently written, is unconstitutional. It severely limits an injured workers access to courts as a result of unreasonable attorney's fees.
Fortunately, the consensus is that it should not take nearly as long as the five years it took us to get the Emma Murray decision to reach the Florida Supreme Court again.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Yamaha Rhino ATV Post
Yamaha Rhino ATV accidents have been the cause of numerous injuries and deaths. While rollover accidents are known to happen with this type of vehicle, it is much more prevalent with this specific model, due to its high/narrow stance and powerful engine. It has even been known to tip over while traveling on flat surfaces at slow speeds.
To date, hundreds of lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturer. They have involved crushed or amputated limbs and/or death due to this unreasonably dangerous product. Most often, fatal and severe injuries involve children due to their smaller size.
If someone you know has been injured due to a Yamaha Rhino ATV accident, the lawyers at Gordon & Doner can be relied on to help. If you have any questions, please contact me directly at AWerner@fortheinjured.com
To date, hundreds of lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturer. They have involved crushed or amputated limbs and/or death due to this unreasonably dangerous product. Most often, fatal and severe injuries involve children due to their smaller size.
If someone you know has been injured due to a Yamaha Rhino ATV accident, the lawyers at Gordon & Doner can be relied on to help. If you have any questions, please contact me directly at AWerner@fortheinjured.com
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Sunday Night Seatbelt News
Another tragic example of why it is so important to wear your seat belt.
I cannot tell you how often I see injures that could have been less tragic had someone been wearing their seat belt. See below for the full story.
http://www.suwanneedemocrat.com/suwannee/local_story_186091131.html
If you have any questions for the author of this blog, please contact me at AWerner@fortheinjured.com.
I cannot tell you how often I see injures that could have been less tragic had someone been wearing their seat belt. See below for the full story.
http://www.suwanneedemocrat.com/suwannee/local_story_186091131.html
If you have any questions for the author of this blog, please contact me at AWerner@fortheinjured.com.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Workers' Compensation Update
Unfortunately, the governor of the State of Florida, Charlie Crist, signed a new workers' compensation bill into law. This new law will greatly reduce attorney's fees thereby limiting Claimant's access to courts.
I found the following article on-line which seems to sum it all up very well:
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-9540-Boca-Raton-Liberal-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Crist-Adds-Insult-To-Injury
I found the following article on-line which seems to sum it all up very well:
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-9540-Boca-Raton-Liberal-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Crist-Adds-Insult-To-Injury
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Sunday Night Slip and Fall Post
Slip and fall accidents are the most common claims in premises liability lawsuits. Some of the most frequent causes of such injuries is a a slippery floor, poor lighting or an uneven surface .
According to the Center for Disease Control, in 2005, , falls were the leading cause of injury deaths among older adults. They are also the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma.
According to Florida law, property owners may be held liable for slip and fall injuries resulting from dangerous conditions on their premises. Such accidents occur when someone slips, trips or falls as a result of dangerous or hazardous conditions on someone else’s property.
The attorneys at Gordon & Doner, P.A., can help you determine who is at fault for your accident. They will see if you are entitled to recover damages for lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
All questions are welcome. You can contact the author at AWerner@fortheinjured.com.
According to the Center for Disease Control, in 2005, , falls were the leading cause of injury deaths among older adults. They are also the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma.
According to Florida law, property owners may be held liable for slip and fall injuries resulting from dangerous conditions on their premises. Such accidents occur when someone slips, trips or falls as a result of dangerous or hazardous conditions on someone else’s property.
The attorneys at Gordon & Doner, P.A., can help you determine who is at fault for your accident. They will see if you are entitled to recover damages for lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
All questions are welcome. You can contact the author at AWerner@fortheinjured.com.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Memorial Day
For the Injured wishes you all a safe Memorial Day Weekend. Please take some time to remember the military men and women who gave their life defending our country.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Wednesday Night Post
Nursing home abuse is real problem, especially in Florida with our expanding elderly population. Often times, because of the victim's mental or physical limitations, the crime goes unreported and unnoticed.
Though nursing homes are strictly regulated, their residents too often suffer from abuse at the hands of their caretakers. While this of course is not the case for all nursing homes, the rate of problem facilities is far too great. According to a General Accounting Office (GAO) study, 25 percent of the nations’ over 17,000 nursing facilities “…had deficiencies that caused actual harm to residents or placed residents at risk of death or serious jeopardy.”
Earlier today, according to the Herald Tribune, a Punta Gorda Elderly Care Center worker was arrested and charged with felony elder abuse. Letitia Calderwood, had allegedly kicked a 76-year-old woman in the back and slapped her in the face.
While the above example of abuse is glaringly obvious, it can often be much more subtle. For example, a patient can be abused due to simple neglect. To best prevent this sort of abuse, family and friends should visit their loved ones often and at random times. It is also helpful to communicate regularly with their caregivers.
If you believe a loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, you may be entitled to legal recourse. If you have any questions regarding this or any other matter, I can be contacted a AWerner@fortheinjured.com.
Though nursing homes are strictly regulated, their residents too often suffer from abuse at the hands of their caretakers. While this of course is not the case for all nursing homes, the rate of problem facilities is far too great. According to a General Accounting Office (GAO) study, 25 percent of the nations’ over 17,000 nursing facilities “…had deficiencies that caused actual harm to residents or placed residents at risk of death or serious jeopardy.”
Earlier today, according to the Herald Tribune, a Punta Gorda Elderly Care Center worker was arrested and charged with felony elder abuse. Letitia Calderwood, had allegedly kicked a 76-year-old woman in the back and slapped her in the face.
While the above example of abuse is glaringly obvious, it can often be much more subtle. For example, a patient can be abused due to simple neglect. To best prevent this sort of abuse, family and friends should visit their loved ones often and at random times. It is also helpful to communicate regularly with their caregivers.
If you believe a loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, you may be entitled to legal recourse. If you have any questions regarding this or any other matter, I can be contacted a AWerner@fortheinjured.com.
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