What can be recoverable in product liability lawsuits in regards to compensation and damages?

Strict Enforcement for ‘Move-Over Law’

What kinds of evidence are needed in a defective products liability law claim?

Miami-Dade Bus and SUV Crash

Early Friday morning, an SUV was driving on NE 148^th Street and West Dixie Highway in Miami.  Then SUV hit a pedestrian and then the SUV was hit by a Miami-Dade bus, according to the Miami Herald.  The pedestrian and two of the people who were in the SUV were taken to the hospital.  The two people in the SUV were actually airlifted to Ryder Trauma Center and the passenger was taken to Memorial Hospital in Hollywood, as reported by the Miami Herald.

Types of Defective Products that Cause Liability Lawsuits in Fort Lauderdale

Juicing: Weighing the Pros and Cons Based on Your Health

The Top 15 Leading Causes of Death in the United States

Health statistics in the United States, including the top 15 leading causes of death for 2010, have been released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There are some familiar common diseases, but some killer illnesses may surprise you.

3 Tips for Buying Car Insurance in Florida

How much you pay for auto insurance depends on different factors, including your age, where you live and what kind of vehicle you drive. It can be hard to know which type of coverage you need and how much you should pay for it. Here are 3 things to keep in mind when shopping for car insurance.

Keeping a Good Relationship with Your Lawyer During Your Lawsuit in Florida

Child Death Rates Up in Palm Beach County

The Palm Beach County Department of Children and Families, which investigates allegations of child abuse, reported that child deaths due to abuse or neglect are up from the previous 2 years in contrast with the overall decline in child deaths across the state of Florida.

Boca Raton Regional Hospital Gets $25 Million Donation for New Neuroscience Program

Regional Hospital, in Boca Raton, will be the first of its kind to treat strokes, neurological cancers, and brain tumors and injuries in South Florida. Slated to open in 2014, the center will create about 100 new jobs and hopes to draw nationally recognized doctors and researchers.

Ways to Keep a Good Patient-Doctor Relationship after an Accident in Florida

Your doctor plays a large role after an accident not only in treating your physical injuries, but also in supporting your injury claim. There are things you can do to make sure you’re on the same page, resulting in better health and winning your case.

How to Deal with an Insurance Adjuster after an Accident in Florida

4 Things to Know about Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Fort Lauderdale

Uninsured motorist coverage (UM) will be worth the additional cost if you're ever seriously injured in an accident with an uninsured driver. In any event, if you suffer serious injuries in a car crash, you should discuss your legal options with a Fort Lauderdale automobile accident law firm.

Florida Supreme Court to Determine if Medical Malpractice Caps Constitutional

Ft. Lauderdale Pedestrian Killed After Car’s Breaks Fail

Mr. Anelus Arre was going to meet his cousin who was going to give him some money for Mr. Arre’s trip out of the country.  On the way to their meeting, the van Mr. Arre’s cousin was driving broke down in the southbound lanes of I-95.  Mr. Arre came to his cousin’s aid and parked his car on the opposite side of I-95.

Toyota's Acceleration Problem May Caused By Tin Whiskers

Pedestrians Wearing Headphones Risk Serious Injuries

Florida Senate Approves Bill Awarding $10.8 Million Settlement

‎$800 Million Settlement with Chinese Drywall Manufacturer

Jury Awards $8.8 Million to Family of Woman Killed in Car Crash

4 Items You Should Always Keep in Your Car

If you happen to turn your attention to the car in the midst of your New Year’s cleaning spree don’t forget to restock the trunk and glove box with a few items that may be vital in the event of an accident or breakdown. Spend a few minutes and a few bucks on these things to be prepared in case of a bad situation later.

Hiring lawyers in Miami after a truck crash? Time is of the Essence!

When you’ve been seriously injured in a car or truck accident involving a commercial vehicle and are contemplating filing a Florida bodily injury claim, you don’t want to delay contacting lawyers in Miami. There is crucial evidence in the hours and days following a commercial car or truck accident that could be lost if you wait too long.

Creative Coping: Using Yoga for Kids to Treat Anxiety

Yoga has long been a way for adults to exercise while relieving stress and anxiety. After an accident or scary incident, your child could be dealing with some symptoms of distress. School assignments, homework and tests also can cause kids to react with anxiety and stress. In addition to traditional therapy with a mental health professional, many parents are looking for natural and creative ways to help their children cope with emotional issues.

Social Media Use and Your Florida Injury Claim: What You Need to Know

For many of us, the use of social media sites like Twitter and Facebook are a daily routine and a way to keep our friends and family up to date. After a major or life-altering event like a serious car crash or injury, it can be tempting to share the details with your followers and friends, but it could hurt your case.

Florida’s Right to Know Act: An Overview

Seven years ago, Florida voters approved a constitutional amendment known as the “Patients' Right to Know Act,” which allows patients who have been hospitalized to gain access to records about their treatment and any medical procedures or care they received that was not up to par or was erroneous.

11 Signs of Distress in Children: What to Look for After an Accident

Auto accidents and other traumatic and painful events can be life-altering for adults and children alike. Children deal with anxiety after a traumatic experience in different ways, and it is important for parents and caregivers to be aware of the symptoms. Below are guidelines from the Mayo Clinic on how to recognize signs of stress in children.

Finding the Fountain of Youth: Tips for Staying Youthful in 2012

Many of us try to lie about our ages or seek plastic surgery to reverse the signs of aging, but there are some simple (and free) ways to combat Father Time and keep you looking and feeling young well into 2012 and beyond.

After an Accident: 5 Stress Relief Tips for Caregivers

When a loved one is involved in an accident that causes serious and debilitating injuries, the responsibility of care may fall on your shoulders. Whether you are watching over someone for a few weeks while he or she recovers or taking on life-long care, there will be times when you feel stressed out. Here are 5 tips to help you avoid a burnout.

What You Should Know About Using Antibiotics this Cold and Flu Season

If you are sick, it can be tempting to ask you doctor for an antibiotic to treat your sickness quickly, but medical experts report that this is not always a good idea.

GM Recalls Nearly 20,000 Cadillac SRX

Miami Jury Awards $8.8 Million in Texting Accident Causing Wrongful Death

$800 Million Settlement with Chinese Drywall Manufacturer

Before Buying Gifts, Check with the CPSC’s Recall List to Prevent Defective Product Injuries

Honda Recalls 304,000 Cars for Air Bag Problems

Deceased FAMU Drum Major’s Family Plans on Filing Lawsuit

Geico Loses in Attempt to Deny Insurance Coverage

Two Teens Killed in Crash

ReWalk – A Robotic Device Helping Paraplegics Walk Again

WARNING: High-Powered Magnets and Children Make a Deadly Mix

Experienced Pilot and Passenger Die in Boynton Beach Plane Crash

Toyota recalls 550,000 Cars for Steering Issue

Man Killed in Truck Accident in Fort Myers

A $7,910,000.00 Medical Malpractice Verdict

Flood of Personal Injury Lawsuits Triggered by New Legislation: Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyer Explains Why Texas’ “Loser Pays” Law is Bad for Consumers

Under traditional common law tort rules, each party in a personal injury claim is responsible for paying his or her own attorney's fees. For plaintiffs, these fees are often assessed on a contingent-fee basis, which means the plaintiff doesn't pay unless they win their personal injury claim. A defendant, on the other hand, has to pay his own legal fees whether he wins or loses.

Traumatic Brain Injuries – What Treatment is the Best?

Defective Chinese Drywall Lawsuits Move Forward: West Palm Beach Injury Lawyer Approves of Recent Judicial Decision

Florida residents affected by defective Chinese drywall can hold the manufacturers and suppliers responsible for the damages to their homes and their health. However, for a while a temporary settlement was stopping many Florida residents from making claims. Fortunately, a new decision in Florida court provides relief for many Florida homeowners with defective drywall problems, and plaintiffs may now be allowed to bring claims that were barred before.

Dog Bite Laws: Animal Control Responsibility Explained by Your Ft. Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyer

Fort Lauderdale or Ft. Myers dog bite victims can suffer significant damages that are expensive, painful and permanent. In most cases, the dog bite owner is liable, but in one recent claim, the county was found to share some responsibility. If you are the victim of a dog bite, contact the experienced West Palm Beach personal injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato to learn about whom you can hold responsible for your injuries and for help getting the compensation you are entitled to under Florida dog bite laws.

25 Year Old Lehigh Woman Killed in Crash

Cracking Down on Health Clinics to Prevent Florida No-Fault Insurance Fraud: West Palm Beach Injury Attorney Explains How Fraud Affects Car Accident Victims

Florida no-fault insurance entitles every victim of a car accident to compensation for medical costs and lost wages, regardless of who caused the accident. However, recent crackdowns on fraudulent insurance claims may make even legitimate Fort Lauderdale no-fault claims more challenging.

Sony Changes Class Action Rules: Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Attorney Explains How This Could Affect Consumers

When you are harmed by a defective product, you have the right to sue the manufacturer of that product for damages. However, a recent change to the law may limit your rights, especially if companies react as Sony did and include clauses in contracts preventing class action.

81 Year Old Man in Motorized Chair Hit and Killed by Police

Crib Bumper pads May Cause Child Deaths

AT&T App Aims to Prevent Texting Accidents: Ft. Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyer Applauds Safety Measure

According to MSNBC's Gadget Box, AT&T has released a new app called DriveMode that will help prevent car accidents by reducing the urge to text and drive. The free app lets you put your phone into a special mode that allows the phone to automatically respond to any incoming text messages with a reply specifying that you are driving and not able to respond. The app also lets you respond automatically to emails and telephone calls that come in while driving.

Car Accident Deaths Linked to Fear of Flying After September 11

According to September 2011 article in The Guardian, approximately 1,595 Americans died in car accidents after the September 11 terrorist attacks than would have died had the accidents not occurred. These deaths occurred due to more drivers on the road after the attacks than otherwise would have been present.

Insurance Companies Using FaceBook Against Our Clients

As a Fort Myers Injury Attorney, I recognize that most of my firm’s clients are on FaceBook and Twitter.  Everyone seems compelled to tell their life’s story to their friends and families; the fun times and the troubled times.  However, few realize that the insurance companies and their attorneys are using FaceBook and Twitter to attack the legitimate claims of people across this country.

Study Looks at Prevalence of Medical Malpractice Lawsuits: West Palm Beach Injury Attorney Provides Context

According to an August 2011 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the majority of physicians will face a medical malpractice lawsuit at some point over the course of their careers. The study analyzed data from 1991 to 2005 across 25 physician specialties to determine the proportion of physicians who were subject to malpractice claims as well as the proportion of those claims that led to the plaintiff successfully obtaining damages.

FHP Trooper Injured in Head On Collision

As a Miami Injury Attorney, I am surprised to see that another of our South Florida law enforcement officers is hospitalized within two days due to a head-on collision.

Motorcyclist Killed in Ft. Lauderdale on I-595

Last Wednesday, a man was killed on his motorcycle as he lost control and slammed into a wall near the northbound ramp of I-95 that leads to I-595, according to the Sun-Sentinel.

Police Officer in Serious Condition After Head On Collision

At the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, P.A., we have represented injured police officers throughout the state of Florida; West Palm Beach, Miami and Fort Myers. Unfortunately, many times police officers are the victims of very serious car accidents.

Unfortunately, Another Broward Teen Killed in Accident

On Friday, September 23, 2011, Alejandro Romeo was a passenger in a Honda Civic, driven by his mother, Maria Uribe, which passed under a flashing red light on Riverside Drive on Coral Ridge; according to the Sun-Sentinel.

Answers from Our Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyers: How an FDA Recall Affects a Defective Drug Claim

Defective drug claims can arise when medication turns out to be more dangerous than you were expecting it to be or when medication has unintended negative consequences that you were unaware of when the drug was prescribed. When you take a medication and the drug causes you to suffer health problems as a result, you may be able to make a defective drug claim. The experienced Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato can help you to gather the evidence to build a Florida defective drug case.

Spinal Cord Injuries: Why You Need to Hire a Ft. Myers Car Accident Attorney

When you are involved in a Florida car accident and suffer serious car accident injuries, it is important to seek legal help. A qualified Ft. Myers car accident attorney can assist you in determining if you fall within an exception to Florida's no fault rules, entitling you to compensation for pain and suffering and other non-economic loss.

What is an Accident Reconstructionist and How Can One Help Your South Florida Car Accident Claim?

When you are involved in a car accident, hiring a South Florida car accident attorney is essential. The experienced Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato can assist you with all aspects of your auto accident case, including gathering the evidence you need to prove the cause of the accident. Sometimes, this means taking the step of hiring experts, including an accident reconstructionist.

How Much Is Your Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Claim Worth?

Determining how much your Fort Lauderdale personal injury claim is worth will need to be done on a case-by-case basis because every client and every injury is different. The best way to estimate what your personal injury claim may be worth is to consider the types of damages that judges or juries award compensation for in personal injury lawsuits.

NFL Players File Personal Injury Suit

According to recent news articles on ESPN, more than 75 pro-football players have filed a lawsuit against the National Football League, also naming their wives as co-plaintiffs. Among their claims, the NFL players are alleging that the League has known since 1920 that repeated concussions can cause significant health risks and that the League knowingly withheld the information from the players.

Medical Malpractice and Doctor Shortages

Medical malpractice cases can be among the most challenging personal injury tort cases to prove due to the difficulty of showing a jury how a doctor's negligence led to harm. The experienced Fort Lauderdale injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato have helped many clients successfully seek justice for medical malpractice cases, getting the compensation they deserve from the doctor who caused them injury.

Answers from Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyers: Medical Malpractice Claims and Misdiagnosis

Medical malpractice claims can arise from many different types of negligent medical acts, including providing improper treatment or failure to diagnose a condition. The experienced Fort Lauderdale injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato can help clients to prove medical malpractice claims so that they can get the justice they deserve.

Man at Bus Stop Killed by Car

As a personal injury attorney, I have represented many clients that have sustained severe and devastating injuries, and even death, after vehicles have left the roadway and struck them while they were sitting, waiting for a bus.

Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Hiring Actor Witnesses

While the credibility of a witness can make or break a personal injury case, recently some Florida law firms have been engaging in what may be considered a questionable tactic to present witness testimony. An article published by Thomas Rueters News and Insight indicates that some Florida personal injury firms have actually been hiring actors to read depositions to a jury in court.

ADHD Children at Risk of Pedestrian Car Accidents: A Legal Issue Victims, Drivers and Personal Injury Attorneys Should be Aware of

According to the Los Angeles Times, a July 2011 study published in the professional journal Pediatrics revealed that children suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can face challenges crossing the street and may be less capable of crossing safely than children without ADHD.

Teen Killed in Bicycle – Car Accident

According to the Daytona Beach News-Journal, Kirk Smith, who was only 15 years old, was pronounced dead Monday at Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach.

Driver Critically Injured in Ft. Lauderdale Accident

Wednesday morning, just before 7:00 AM, two vehicles were stopped at a traffic light, heading westbound on Hollywood Boulevard at the intersection with 52^nd Avenue, according to the Sun Sentinel.

Accident Damages and the Real Cost of Tort Reform

The experienced attorneys at Wolf & Pravato represent plaintiffs in various types of personal injury cases, including car accident claims, motorcycle accident cases, defective product cases and medical malpractice.

Defective Hip Replacement Complaints Surge

According to the News York Times, the federal government has received a surge in complaints in recent months about failed hip replacements, suggesting that serious problems persist with some types of artificial hips even as researchers scramble to evaluate the health dangers.

HBO Hot Coffee & Personal Injury Tort Reform

The experienced personal injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato work tirelessly to protect plaintiffs rights, representing car accident victims, motorcycle accident victims, those harmed by medical malpractice or who are injured by defective products, and other plaintiffs who suffer personal injuries.

Broward School Bus Nearly Kills Young Woman

On August 23, 2011, Danielle Ruskin (24) was driving southbound on Nob Hill Road in Tamarac, Florida.

Proving Whiplash to A Skeptical World: A Growing Challenge for Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyers and Whiplash Victims

Throughout the world,  in countries where car accidents result in claims being made for injuries, whiplash cases are notoriously treated with distrust. In fact, in the United Kingdom in August of 2011, a claims management solution provider called Chameleon announced the release of a third-party screening system specifically designed to prove that "not every case is whiplash."

Man Dies in Delray Beach Car Accident

On Tuesday morning, August 23, 2011, a car crossed over the median, crashed into a wall and caught fire, killing the driver, according to the Sun-Sentinel.

Hotel Shuttle Bus Hits Bicyclist

Earlier today in Dania Beach, a hotel shuttle bus hit a man on a bicycle, according to the Sun Sentinel.

Coral Springs Motorcycle Officer Injured in Accident

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Rescue Workers Struggle to Free Woman After Accident

As a Ft. Lauderdale personal injury attorney, a story in today’s Sun Sentinel was the same story I have heard from so many clients in the past.

5 Mistakes People Make After an Auto Accident

Victims in Florida auto accidents are entitled to compensation for their injuries. Those with minor car accident injuries may recover from their personal injury protection enough to cover medical bills and lost wages, regardless of fault.

Should You Settle Your Car Accident Claim?

When you have a serious Florida auto accident, you may be entitled to file suit against the responsible driver to collect compensation for damages, including pain and suffering and emotional distress. Many insurance companies try to settle Florida car accident claims out of court to avoid the risk of these lawsuits – especially in traffic-congested, crash-prone areas like Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Tampa and Fort Myers.

Florida Chinese Drywall Supplier Must Disclose Insurance and Assets

The personal injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato, P.A. represent hundreds of homeowners who are the victims of Chinese Drywall.

Governor Scott: Legislature needs to tackle insurance fraud

Florida's epidemic of car insurance fraud is getting worse even though the total number of crashes in the state is declining.

Greenacres woman dies after truck runs over back of car on Southern Boulevard

A 61-year-old Greenacres woman was killed and three others were hospitalized after a truck ran over the back end of a Mazda sedan this morning, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office said.

Uninsured Driver Car Accidents: A Major Risk

Uninsured driver car accidents are accidents in which the responsible party does not have bodily injury insurance coverage. If you are involved in an accident with an uninsured driver, you may have difficulty recovering damages or may not be able to recover damages at all.

Miami-Dade motorcyclist killed after crash in Pembroke Pines

A motorcyclist from Miami-Dade County was killed on Sunday afternoon after his bike collided with a pick-up truck on U.S. 27, police said.

Coral Springs man falls from concrete wall on I-95

A 54-year-old Coral Springs man was critically injured early Sunday after he fell 26 feet from a concrete wall on Interstate 95 and landed on a city street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

3 People whose fingers were snipped by Martha Stewart lounge chairs settle lawsuits

Three people whose fingers were snipped off or injured by Martha Stewart patio chairs have won settlements against her company and Kmart, which sold the furniture, their attorney said Thursday.

What to Look For in Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyers

When you have an accident in Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach or Fort Myers, you need to hire an experienced Florida accident attorney.  Florida has a number of state laws relating to accident recovery, including no-fault rules limiting your recovery in car accident cases for non-serious injuries, as well as tort law rules indicting what you must prove to recover damages in any Florida personal injury case.

Teen Safe Driving Tips Help Avoid Car Accident Injuries

Teen drivers are among the most likely of all drivers to get into car accidents and suffer car accident injuries, as well as the most likely to become involved in fatal accidents. This can be partially explained by lack of driving experience and the inability to know how to quickly and safely react in driving situations.

Chrysler recalls 376,000 minivans for air bag defect

Chrysler is again recalling more than 367,000 2008 Dodge and Chrysler minivans because the air bags can go off unexpectedly.

Diflucan (fluconazole): Drug Safety Communication – Long-term, High-dose Use During Pregnancy May Be Associated With Birth Defects

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration ("FDA") issued a public warning on August 3, 2011, that chronic, high-dose treatment with Diflucan (fluconazole) could potentially be associated with birth defects when taken during the first trimester of pregnancy.

How Do Hazardous Road Conditions Affect a Car Accident Case?

Hazardous road conditions are a common cause of Fort Myers and Fort Lauderdale car accidents and can have a significant impact on a car accident case. Hazardous road conditions can mean that the road was left unsafe or made unsafe by a government entity, by a construction company or by anyone doing work on or near the road. Hazardous road conditions can also mean rain or bad weather that reduces visibility and makes driving unsafe.

Two Women and Unborn Child Killed in Tragic Car Accident

But the shop, Celeste's Boutique, which Gaitan worked so hard to keep open during tough times, is now a memorial for the 33-year-old woman, killed Tuesday in a freak traffic accident along with another woman sitting on a bench.

Broward school bus driver and aide left special-needs child on bus, police say

A Broward County School District bus driver and aide have been accused of leaving a special-needs child on a bus for four hours, Pembroke Pines police said Friday.

How is Florida Car Accident Compensation Determined?

The amount of money you may receive for Florida car accident compensation is largely determined by whether your injuries are considered "serious" under Florida statute 627.737. If your injuries are not considered to be serious under this statute, then your Fort Lauderdale or Ft. Myers auto accident compensation comes from your own insurer and is based on a percentage of your actual monetary losses.

Punitive Damages in Allergan Brain Injury Case Send Message About Off Label Drug Use

In April of 2011, Allergan was ordered to pay $212 million in damages in a brain injury lawsuit after an injection of Botox used to treat hand tremors instead disabled a 67-year-old Virginia man named Ray Chester. The large damage award occurred because of several factors, including Allergan's failure to properly warn patient of the dangers of the drug, the significance of the plaintiff's injuries, and Allergan's encouragement of "off-label" use of the drug.

Ford to Recall 1.1M Pickups for Gas Tank Problem

The personal injury attorneys at Wolf & Pravato, P.A. are very concerned for the public’s safety and if you own a Ford Pickup, please be sure to read the following recall notice.

Medication mishap leaves surgery patient a quadriplegic at age 20

Raul Otero's life now is spent in bed or specially designed wheelchairs, his brain so badly damaged he cannot walk or speak or follow simple commands.

The DePuy Hip Implant Recall: What Medical Injury Victims Should Know

Patients count on providers of medical products and equipment to make devices that are safe and perform as promised. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Often, a medical injury can result from a defective drug or other medical device. A recent example of this is patients experiencing pain and limited mobility after having a DePuy Hip implant, an implant that has since been recalled. If you have suffered any type of injury because of any defective medical device or drug, the experienced attorneys at Wolf & Pravato can help.

Smart Key Blamed for Another Death

A woman blames Toyota for her daughter's death by carbon monoxide poisoning, because its Smart Key system let her Lexus keep running silently without a key in the ignition.

New Laws Needed to Prevent Pedestrian Car Accidents

Pedestrian car accidents can lead to serious injury because those who are walking have no protection from the force of being struck by a vehicle. Like all Florida car accidents, pedestrian car accidents are governed under no-fault rules. However, if the accident and injuries are serious and you can prove who was at fault, then a car accident lawsuit may be appropriate to recover damages.

Rescue of Lauderhill woman from roadway canal in Palm Beach County a group effort

When Keith Richard of Lake Worth noticed four men surrounding a rolled-over Chevy Cobalt in a canal off the highway last Sunday, he pulled over and rushed to the aid of Jasmin Gonzalez.

Do You Need a West Palm Beach Personal Injury Lawyer for a No-Fault Car Accident?

If you are involved in a no-fault car accident, a West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer can be an invaluable resource. The attorneys at Wolf & Pravato have experience in handling all types of car accident cases and can help you to get the best possible result after your accident occurs.

Scooter rider critically injured in crash on Lauderdale causeway

A collision with a car on the 17th Street Causeway on Thursday night has left a scooter rider hospitalized in critical condition, police said.

Protection For Dog Bite Victims

Florida provides significant protection to dog bite victims, including the possibility of recovering damages under both traditional negligence rules and under a statute imposing strict liability. If you have been bitten by a dog, a Fort Myers injury lawyer can help you to decide how to collect your damages and assist you in taking steps to get compensation for your dog bite injuries.

Drunk Driver Crashes Into Pack of Bicyclists

A driver plowed into a group of bicyclists on a midnight ride Thursday in a suspected drunken driving crash that injured 11 riders, at least one critically.

West Palm man charged with DUI manslaughter in death of girl, 10

A West Palm Beach man was arrested on Thursday for allegedly driving under the influence during an Oct. 10 crash on Northlake Boulevard that killed a 10-year-old Loxahatchee girl.

Accident Sends Woman Into Lake of I-95

Two passing motorists rescued the driver of a car that plunged into a lake following a crash on Interstate 95 in Deerfield Beach on Tuesday afternoon.

Two hurt when motorcycle and truck collide

Two people were seriously injured when the motorcycle they were riding collided with a truck on Tuesday, according to Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue.

Car Accident Fault and Car Black Box Requirements

Although Florida is a no-fault car accident state, car accident fault becomes very important after a serious crash. In a serious auto accident, the person who is responsible for causing the crash can be held liable and sued for pain and suffering and other damages. The manufacturer of a defective vehicle may also be held liable and subject to suit.

Pompano Man Kill in Accident with Semi on I-95

A 21-year-old Pompano Beach man was killed early Sunday after the car he was driving struck the rear of a semitrailer as both vehicles were southbound on Interstate 95 in Broward County.

Northern Ireland man killed in crash on I-95

A 39-year-old man from Belfast, Northern Ireland, died early Saturday when the 2010 Dodge Charger he was driving rear-ended a Freightliner semitrailer near Lantana.

Bus Accident Statistics and Information

A bus accident raises many challenges for the injured victim. In some cases, both the driver of the bus and the employer of the driver may be held responsible for the crash and may be financially liable. However, if the bus is a public bus and the employer is the government, then rules regarding governmental immunity, as well as requirements set forth in the Federal Tort Claims Act, may affect car accident recovery. The law offices of Wolf & Pravato can help you to understand how to proceed after a bus accident to get the compensation you deserve.

Bus Accident Statistics

A bus accident raises many challenges for the injured victim. In some cases, both the driver of the bus and the employer of the driver may be held responsible for the crash and may be financially liable. However, if the bus is a public bus and the employer is the government, then rules regarding governmental immunity, as well as requirements set forth in the Federal Tort Claims Act, may affect car accident recovery. The law offices of Wolf & Pravato can help you to understand how to proceed after a bus accident to get the compensation you deserve.

Multiple vehicles may have struck pedestrian on Belvedere Road

Authorities have reopened Belvedere Road in both directions, following the investigation of the death of a pedestrian who was hit by a car Friday morning.

Family sues Miami-Dade day care in toddler's death

The family of 22-month-old Dominicue Andrews filed a wrongful death lawsuit Thursday against the day care where the toddler was found dead earlier in the week.

Fort Myers man ejected from car and Killed

A Fort Myers man was recently killed at night in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 near Bonita Beach Road.

How Much Does a Ft. Lauderdale Personal Injury Attorney Charge?

When you suffer from an injury, retaining a Ft. Lauderdale personal injury attorney is the best way to get the compensation you deserve. However, you may be concerned about what will happen if you lose your case. Are you going to get stuck with a mountain of legal bills and end up worse off than you were before? The answer is no. Personal injury attorneys, like the experienced lawyers at Wolf & Pravato, usually work under something called a no-win, no-fee system.

5 hurt, 1 critically, in rollover on I-95 in Hollywood

A northbound SUV rolled over on Interstate 95 in Hollywood Sunday afternoon, blocking the highway's left three lanes and sending five people to a nearby hospital.

Florida Supreme Court sides with patients in two Medmal decisions

The Florida Supreme Court sided with patients Thursday in two medical malpractice cases, with the chief justice being the lone dissenter both times.

Can A Fort Myers Car Accident Attorney Help If Your Loved One Died in a Car Accident?

Losing a loved one in a car accident is devastating. While nothing can take away the pain of your loss, you can get help dealing with the expenses incurred surrounding the auto accident. You can also recover damages for certain non-economic losses, including the loss of your loved one's companionship. A Fort Myers car accident attorney can help you to get car accident damages by filing a wrongful death lawsuit so you can get justice for your family member and hold the negligent driver financially responsible. Contact the experienced attorneys at Wolf & Pravato today to learn what your options are.

Appeals Court Upholds Florida Medical Malpractice Cap

Victims of medical malpractice can recover damages including the costs of medical treatment necessitated by the injury, as well as any lost wages, pain and suffering damages, and even damages for emotional distress. However, Florida has instituted a medical malpractice damage cap that limits your non-economic damages. In May, an appeals court upheld this limitation. If you need help understanding what affect the Florida medical malpractice cap will have on your claim for medical negligence, or if you need assistance collecting the damages you are owed by your doctor, Wolf & Pravato can help.

25 Injured in Margate Fuel Truck, Bus crash

Twenty-five passengers were hurt Tuesday when an empty fuel tanker ran into the back of Broward transit bus, officials said.

Motorcyclist killed, passenger hurt in Palm Beach Gardens crash

A motorcyclist was killed and the bike's passenger was injured Monday night in a crash on Northlake Boulevard, city fire-rescue officials said.

Proving Medical Malpractice: How a Fort Myers Injury Lawyer Can Help

Medical malpractice is one of the most difficult personal injury claims to prove, but a Fort Myers injury lawyer can help. Medical malpractice cases are challenging because the burden is on the plaintiff to prove the doctor was negligent and to prove that the negligence was the direct cause of harm. The experienced attorneys at the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato have experience helping many medical malpractice victims in Fort Myers and Fort Lauderdale gather the evidence they need to successfully recover damages, and they can put that experience to work for you.

Toyota recalls 110,000 hybrid cars on safety concerns

The world's biggest carmaker Toyota is to recall more than 110,000 hybrid vehicles over concerns about a problem with the power supply circuit.

Slip and Fall Liability: How Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyers Can Help

Fort Lauderdale injury lawyers can be an invaluable resource if you slip and fall in a public place or a private home. Slip and fall liability is based on tort laws that require an injured plaintiff to prove that the property owner or renter of the premises was negligent in some way that led to injury. The knowledgeable lawyers at the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato have firsthand experience with slip and fall cases and can not only explain what you must prove to recover compensation, but can also help you to gather the evidence necessary to prove liability and recover for your losses

When (And Who) Can You Sue for a Slip & Fall Injury?

A slip and fall injury often takes the form of a broken or fractured bone, although serious injuries such as spinal cord fractures and brain injuries may also result. When a slip and fall occurs as a result of the negligence of a property owner or a renter, it may be possible for the accident victim to recover compensation for loss. The experienced attorneys at Wolf & Pravato can help you determine when, and who, you can sue for a slip and fall injury. And they can help you to take legal action to get the recovery you deserve.

Do You Need a Fort Lauderdale Car Accident Attorney for a Minor Accident?

Contacting a Fort Lauderdale car accident attorney is important to protect your legal rights after any car crash, including a minor accident. The experienced attorneys at the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato can help you to make a no-fault claim with your insurer and can otherwise assist you in understanding how to recover for car accident injuries and resulting financial loss.

Teenager charged in West Boca hit-and-run death

The 19-year-old suspect in a hit-and-run crash west of Boca Raton, that killed a 73-year-old woman, was arrested Friday in Broward County.

Consumer Advisory: Motorists Should Check Tires in Hot Weather to Improve Safety

The latest data from the Department's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that over the five-year period from 2005 to 2009, nearly 3,400 people died, and an estimated 116,000 were injured, in tire-related crashes.

BICYCLE ACCIDENTS

The trial attorneys at Wolf & Pravato, P.A. are South Florida bicycle accident lawyers.

Can You Ever Sue for an Injury At Work?

In most cases, an injury at work must be handled through the Florida worker's compensation system. However, there are exceptions to this rule if the employer's conduct is considered so negligent that the employer is "culpable" in the accident that led to the injury. There may also be exceptions if the injury occurred as a result of a defective product. The experienced attorneys at Wolf & Pravato are knowledgeable in all areas of personal injury law and can help you to decide whether your work injury claim can lead to a lawsuit or whether you'll be restricted to recovery through workers comp alone.

Banner Supply agrees to $55 million Chinese drywall settlement

Banner Supply Co., the Miami-based firm that supplied the vast majority of Chinese drywall in Florida, has agreed to pay $55 million to settle claims.

Woman dies after procedure at Weston cosmetic surgery

A Davie woman died less than an hour after she stopped breathing during a procedure at a Weston cosmetic surgery center, the Broward Sheriff's Office said Monday.

Motorcyle Rider’s Near Amputation; Settlement Reached

Late in 2010, Mr. Rivera was 33 years old and was riding his motorcycle Eastbound on Atlantic Avenue in Margate, Florida.

Motorcyclist from Boca Raton killed in I-95 accident

A Boca Raton man riding a motorcycle was killed in a collision on I-95 early Sunday morning, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Ft. Lauderdale and Fort Myers Auto Defect Attorneys

The experienced trial team at the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, P.A. has obtained outstanding results for clients that have suffered serious injuries or death due to vehicle defects. With so many different makes and models of vehicles on the road today, there is a broad range of potential vehicle defects.

Illinois Man Enters Confidential Settlement in Wrongful Death Lawsuits and Pleads Guilty to Crime

The Illinois man charged with a 2009 fatal hit-and-run of two British businessmen pleaded guilty Friday morning to two counts of vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of a fatal crash.

South Florida Product Liability Attorneys

What constitutes a product liability claim? A product liability claim arises when someone is injured or killed due to a product defect. The defect can be a specific design or manufacturing flaw, or it may be caused by defective marketing of the product, such as incorrect uses of the product, incorrect instructions or a failure to warn the users that a certain aspect is dangerous. There are several potential defendants in a product liability claim, including the manufacturer, the wholesaler and the retail store where the product was sold.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Eight Manufacturers Recall Pool and In-Ground Spa Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings

Boy ejected from car after early morning Miramar crash

Police are investigating a crash between a sedan and an SUV when two children were injured and one of them was ejected from the wreck that happened in the early morning hours Thursday, May 26, 2011.

Driver may have run red light in fatal Pembroke Pines crash, police say

A driver may have run a red light in a crash Monday afternoon in Pembroke Pines that left a grandmother dead, police said.

Motorcyclist hospitalized in West Park crash

A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital in critical condition Saturday evening after colliding with a car in West Park, authorities said.

Avion Venezolano Estrellado

Las Oficinas Legales de Wolf & Pravato, una empresa demandante en litigio basada en Ft. Lauderdale , está representando actualmente a los clientes que sufrieron lesiones severas y a las familias de pasajeros que perdieron sus vidas a bordo de un vuelo de Conviasa que estrello el 13 de septiembre de 2010.

Another Venezuelan Plane Crash

The Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, P.A., a Ft. Lauderdale based Plaintiff’s litigation firm, is currently representing clients who suffered severe injuries and the families of passengers who lost their lives aboard a Conviasa flight that crashes September 13, 2010.

Venezuelan Plane Crash

The Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, P.A., a Ft. Lauderdale based Plaintiff’s litigation firm, is currently representing clients who suffered severe injuries and the families of passengers who lost their lives aboard a Conviasa flight that crashes September 13, 2010.

Woman, 28, dies after car crash in Lauderdale Lakes

A 28-year-old woman was killed Monday morning in Lauderdale Lakes after she crashed her vehicle into trees, then a house after suffering a medical emergency while driving, authorities said.

Crashworthiness Doctrine Under Attack

When a vehicle manufacturer makes a defective product, and it causes injuries and deaths, historically, they have been held responsible for the resulting legal and financial penalties and damages.

2 Weston teens killed, 3 others from South Florida hurt in I-75 crash

Two Broward County teens were killed and three others were hurt Sunday night when the pickup truck they were in crashed along Alligator Alley, ejecting some of them, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

PERSONAL INJURY: WELCOME TO THE LAW OFFICE OF WOLF & PRAVATO

We are a team of attorneys and professionals with a reputation for excellence and integrity in the field of personal injury law.  We focus on our clients’ needs and strive to continue exceeding our clients’ expectations as we ensure their claims are handled professionally and efficiently.  Our roots run deep and wide throughout the State of Florida, and continue to strengthen and evolve to meet the myriad legal challenges of our clients.    

Venezuelan Plane Crashes

A plane carrying 51 people from a Caribbean island crashed Monday in eastern Venezuela, and officials said 33 survived, while the rest were killed or missing.

Motorcyclist Dies in Fall from I-595 Ramp

A motorcyclist died Friday afternoon after going over the wall of an Interstate 595 ramp and falling to the surface below, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Construction worker hit, killed by traffic roller while working on Turnpike

A construction worker died on Florida's Turnpike Thursday after he was struck by a traffic roller, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

FHP identifies Alligator Alley crash victim

The Florida Highway Patrol on Thursday released details about the SUV passenger who died Wednesday in a crash with a pickup truck on Alligator Alley in western Broward County.

Bicyclist Killed in Davie Crash

A 50-year-old man was killed Monday when he rode his bicycle in front of traffic on South University Drive and a car hit him, according to the Davie Police Department.

New Age-Focused Guidelines Help Parents Make More Informed Choices

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has revised its child restraint guidelines to be categorized by age rather than by type of child seat in order to keep pace with the latest scientific and medical research and the development of new child restraint technologies.

Women met in parking lot and became friends in pool, now face life together

When Doreen King went shopping at Winn-Dixie last year, she didn’t know she would change someone’s life.

Big wreck along Sunrise Boulevard will be a drill

A scene scheduled to play out Tuesday and Wednesday evening along the 6900 block of West Sunrise Boulevard might startle the casual passer-by. But it's only a drill.

Consumer Advisory: Dorel Recalling Nearly 800,000 Child Safety Seats For Safety Harness Issue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today announced that Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) is recalling 794,247 child safety seats because the harness locking and release button does not always return to its locked position.

Toyota recalls 2.2 million vehicles over pedal issues

Toyota Motor Corp issued three recalls affecting nearly 2.2 million vehicles on Thursday, citing accelerator pedal issues.

Oakland Park Boy Killed While Crossing Street

11-year-old Augustine Delacruz was killed Friday night while attempting to cross busy North Andrews Avenue in Oakland Park without using a crosswalk.

Disney's Magical Express bus crash sends five to hospital

Rescue crews transported five people, including the bus driver, this morning after a Disney's Magical Express bus and semi-tractor trailer crash shut down northbound Boggy Creek Road, just south of State Road 417.

Got insurance? Broward drivers will be checked Wednesday

Broward Sheriff's Office deputies who encounter motorists Wednesday will be paying particular attention to a driver's insurance status and documentation.

U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Results from NHTSA-NASA Study of Unintended Acceleration in Toyota Vehicles

The U.S. Department of Transportation released results from an unprecedented ten-month study of potential electronic causes of unintended acceleration in Toyota vehicles.

Man loses leg, another man injured in U.S. 27 motorcycle crash

One man lost a leg and another man was critically injured in a motorcycle accident in western Broward, authorities said Thursday.

Two scooter riders seriously hurt in Delray hit-and-run

Delray Beach Police are searching for the car and driver involved in a hit-and-run that left two scooter riders in critical condition in the hospital, according to police.

WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT

A wrongful death lawsuit claims that the victim was killed as a result of negligence (or other type of unjust action) on the part of the person or entity being sued, and that the victim’s survivors are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the improper conduct.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Announces Federal Ban on Texting for Commercial Truck Drivers

U.S Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced federal guidance to expressly prohibit texting by drivers of commercial vehicles such as large trucks and buses.

South Bay man, 78, fatally struck by tractor-trailer on U.S. 27

A 78-year-old South Bay resident was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer early in the morning Monday, January 17th on U.S. 27, about three miles south of South Bay.

Citizens Property Insurance won't cover some homes damaged by Chinese drywall

The state's insurer of last resort says it will not provide coverage for homes with extensive damage caused by tainted drywall from China.

Too Close

Many accidents on the road can be avoided by maintaining a proper distance between your car and the vehicle ahead of you. Some drivers utilize the "3 Second Rule", where you pick a random landmark ahead of you, wait for the vehicle ahead of you to reach this landmark, and then begin counting "one one thousand, two one thousand, three one thousand."

Supplier Settles in Florida Chinese Drywall Case

A supplier of defective Chinese drywall has agreed to settle its part of a class-action lawsuit brought by 79 South Florida homeowners.

Practice Safe Text

As of today, the Florida Legislature has been unsuccessful in passing any distracted driving legislation.  This means you should be able to text the police officer driving next to you a friendly “LOL” or a “:)” or a “LMAO”, without fear of being pulled over for texting [note: you may be pulled over for other reasons]. 

Consumer Advisory: Britax Announces Child Safety Seat Recall

Britax Child Safety, Inc., is announcing a recall of 17,251 Chaperon Infant Car Seats sold in the United States because the occupant harness chest clip may break as an infant is being secured into the car seat.

Many parents still don't know of law against hosting underage drinking

Two recent parties in Boca Raton in which parents were accused of hosting booze-fueled bashes for hundreds of teens has raised awareness of a 1991 state law some say many parents never knew existed.

Chinese drywall maker to fix 300 homes in 4 states

Chinese drywall company being sued by thousands of U.S. homeowners has agreed to pay to repair 300 homes in four states as part of a pilot program.

The Importance of Uninsured Motorist Coverage

It is always a good idea to periodically review your automobile insurance policy to make sure you and your family are fully protected in the event you are involved in an automobile accident. 

Mercedes Benz Recalls 85,000 Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 85,000 of its 2010 and 2011 cars because of potential steering problems.

Child Passenger Safety

During our 2010 CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY (CPS) WEEK, parents and caregivers are urged to verify that their child safety seats are properly installed and correctly used.

One in Six Highway Deaths Tied to Distracted Driving

So-called distracted driving crashes claimed 5,474 lives and led to 448,000 injuries across the country last year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That's one in every six highway deaths.

Make Sure You Insure!

Florida, along with approximately 11 other states and Puerto Rico, requires owners of motor vehicles to carry no-fault insurance.  No fault insurance acts as a safety net, providing partial reimbursement of your medical bills and lost wages incurred as a result of a car accident.  These insurance benefits are available to you even if you caused the accident (thus the name No-Fault!).  Certainly, when most folks are balancing their monthly budgets these days, car insurance may not be a priority.  Let’s face it:  We need to eat, we need to pay our mortgage or rent, and we need to pay our kid’s ever growing cell phone bill.   

Army Probes Mysterious Baby Deaths at Fort Bragg

Army officials are investigating the sudden, mysterious deaths of 10 babies at the sprawling Fort Bragg installation in North Carolina, but some parents suspect they may already know the cause -- toxic Chinese drywall in their base housing.

Free Consultation Form Comments Pompano Beach Bar Fight Leaves Man on Life Suport

An argument between two men at a bar on Labor Day left one of the menu on life support, the Broward Sheriff's Office reported Monday.

The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Let's face it, the most dangerous thing you probably ever do is drive a vehicle. Chances are, you've been in at least one motor vehicle accident, and you probably drive past accidents all the time. Some of us, however, are so confident in our driving skills, and so trusting in the skills of the drivers around us, that we engage in additional activities while driving, such as talking on the cell phone, putting on makeup, shaving, reading a book, or the newest phenomenon, texting. I once even saw a man doing a cross word puzzle while driving down the highway.

Liability of Bars for Serving Alcohol

Tragic accidents in Florida are caused way too often by individuals that choose to drink and drive. If the drunk driver was served alcohol at a bar or other establishment prior to the accident, under certain circumstances Florida law imposes liability on the bar / establishment. Commonly referred to as the Dram Shop Statute, Florida Statute § 768.125 states in part that a person (bar / establishment) who willfully and unlawfully sells or furnishes alcoholic beverages to a person who is not of lawful drinking age or who knowingly serves a person habitually addicted to the use of any or all alcoholic beverages may become liable for injury or damage caused by or resulting from the intoxication of such minor or person. Therefore, liability of the bar can arise under two circumstances: (1) by serving a minor; or (2) by knowingly serving an alcoholic.

New Website! PaperStreet launches WolfandPravato.com re-design!

PaperStreet Web Design’s development team just wrapped up the brand new re-design of wolfandpravato.com.   The new site not only has a modern design but is using the latest web technologies, JavaScript libraries, and web standards.

Tattoo artist killed in parking lot of Davie's Club Eden strip club after argument

A graffiti and tattoo artist - celebrating his 21st birthday - was killed early Wednesday outside a popular Davie strip club when he was run over by a man in a white Cadillac Escalade following a fight.