NATIONAL – According to an article in The Kansas City Star, “When the ‘new’ General Motors emerged from bankruptcy earlier this month, consumer groups praised the agreement reached to ensure that the automaker would assume liability for future lawsuits over vehicle defects.” But “those with claims pending against GM would have to seek compensation through…
MANATEE COUNTY – The 7000 acre master-planned, Lakewood Ranch Golf Community is reminding residents of the rules and regulations for golf carts. FLORIDA LAW: prohibits carts to be driven on the sidewalks; requires all drivers to have a valid driver’s license and obey the traffic laws when operating a cart; only allows carts with headlights,…
Almost fifty (50) percent of traumatic brain injuries are caused by falls (28%) and motor vehicle-traffic crashes (20%). What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the function of the brain. Not all blows or…
STATEWIDE – Children should never ride skateboards or scooters in or near traffic. All skateboarders and scooter-riders should wear a helmet and other protective gear; wrist guards are particularly important. While in-line skating or wearing Heelys, be sure to wear appropriate protective equipment and only skate on designated paths or rinks and not on the…
The TRIPP LAW FIRM is located just a few miles from the beach communities of Madeira Beach, Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach, Redington Beach, Redington/Indian Shores and Indian Rocks Beach. At the TRIPP LAW FIRM we limit our law practice to PERSONAL INJURY. Conveniently located in Seminole, Florida we are just south of Largo and…
PASCO COUNTY ♦ An 8-year-old New Port Richey was attacked by a 5 year-old pit bull mix dog causing serious injuries. The Pasco County Animal Services were called. The boy was taken to a local hospital and received nearly 300 stitches from the attack. The dog has been turned over to Pasco County Animal Services….
Water Safety – Boats and Jet Ski’s Never operate a jet-ski or boat while under the influence of alcohol. Never operate a boat or Jet Ski in swimming areas. Always wear a personal flotation device when operating a boat or Jet Ski. Jumping boat wakes on a jet ski may be fun, but it is…
A parishioner was hit by a car as she walked through the parking lot at a Central Florida church. The initial investigation by police suggests that the elderly driver may have pushed the gas pedal instead of the brake. The driver of the car was backing out of a handicap parking spot at the church…
TAMPA ♦ An employee of Busch Gardens – Tampa Bay was injured after falling 35 feet from a gondola ride while working at the theme park. The park did not immediately release the employee’s name or the extent of his injuries. We do know that the employee was transported to the hospital. The employee was…
Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They can occur at any beach with breaking waves, including the Great Lakes, and they can be deadly. Rip currents are the leading surf hazard for all beachgoers, according to the United States Lifesaving Association. Over 100 drownings due to rip currents occur…