According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, accounting for more than one in three deaths in this age group. In 2005, twelve teens ages 16 to 19 died every day from motor vehicle injuries. How big is the problem, and…
At the TRIPP LAW FIRM we are powerful advocates for those injured in any premises liability matter, including, but not limited to: Slippery or uneven sidewalks or pavement; overly narrow stairways; improperly designed stairs; inadequate stairway handrails; slippery and dangerous flooring; water, oil, or other liquids let on a floor; obstructed or blocked store aisles;…
According to an investigative report by the Orlando Sentinel, at least 101 Florida theme park lawsuits have been filed since 2004 against Disney, Universal or Busch Entertainment, involving allegations that people were injured by rides or attractions. However, none of the cases have reached a jury, with confidential settlements reached in most of the lawsuits….
As summer approaches, more and more boats and personal watercrafts (PWC’s) will be in the Gulf of Mexico, the intercoastal waterways, lakes and rivers enjoying the great outdoors. Therefore, we urge you to “be safe and enjoy the water.” Whether you own your own boat or personal watercraft or you rent a boat or personal…
Many of our client’s are surprise to learn that anyone injured by the negligent actions of any employee of the State of Florida, any of its political subdivisions, including those employees of a County or City, is limited, regardless of how seriously they are injured, to a maximum recovery of $100,000.00. This limitation or cap,…
To protect yourself financially against damage or injury from an uninsured (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM), you must buy adequate amounts of UM/UIM coverage, according to the Insurance Information Institute. A new study by the Insurance Research Council indicates that there is a strong correlation between the percentage of uninsured motorists and the unemployment rate….