What is Pokemon Go? FLORIDA – Pokemon Go is an “augmented-reality” game in which users visit real-life locations in search of virtual creatures that appear superimposed on smartphone screens. The game earned the title as the most-downloaded app for months after its release on July 6, 2016. Now millions of adults share their obsession alongside kids…
FLORIDA—As a result of most fatal wrong way driving crashes occurring in the center or left-hand lane, DHSMV is now encouraging drivers to “Stay Right at Night.” Previously in 2015, there were 1,490 wrong way driving crashes in Florida, resulting in 1,454 injuries and 96 fatalities. Additionally, in the majority of wrong way crashes, vehicles are hit…
Designed in collaboration with practicing spine surgeons, the ProDisc™-C Total Disc Replacement device was developed to replace a single degenerated (diseased) disc in the upper spine (C3-C7). After being thoroughly tested in both laboratory and clinical settings, the FDA provided the following information relating to its market approval of the device²: 1. What is it? The…
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The American Association of Justice (“AAJ”) has listed the Ten Worst Insurance Companies in America based on their claim denials, premium increases and refusing insurance to those who need it most. Certainly, this list was heavily researched and included news reports and testimony from former agents and adjusters from the insurance companies themselves. To…
Wet season is about to begin in Central Florida. The attorneys here at Tripp Law Firm want to remind our fellow motorists that it’s illegal—and dangerous—to drive in the rain with your hazard lights on. FLORIDA—Summer is coming. All Floridians know what that means. Rain, and lots of it. Some drivers switch on their hazard…
A male patient was rushed to the ER with complaints of severe flank pain. The patient’s medical history included a recent diagnosis of kidney stones. However, the physician suspected the patient suffered from a significant obstruction of his urinary track requiring immediate treatment. The ER physician ordered a complete range of imaging studies, lab tests,…
NATIONAL—Distractions include cell phone use — texting and talking– grooming, eating, and talking to passengers. People who text while driving are 23 times more likely to die in a crash. In 2014, 3,179 people were killed and 431,000 were injured due to distracted driving. NHSTA Stats The NHTSA compiled a list of stats that demonstrates…
The wind. The freedom. The excitement of being part of the environment rather than being in a metal and glass box passing through it. While a car is an extension of your house or your office, a motorcycle is an extension of you. But with that euphoric freedom comes risk. According to the most recent…
See which Hillsborough County intersections should be traveled with more caution this weekend. FLORIDA—Not surprisingly, Hillsborough County’s most dangerous intersections are located along its most heavily traveled roads. According to Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, the following intersections each had more than five accidents in the month of February 2016 alone: Sheldon Road and Hillsborough…
Planning on taking a getaway for Valentine’s Day weekend? Read this first to help keep you and your Valentine safe on the road. FLORIDA—The “love bug” is in the Florida air. It’s that time of year again for flowers, chocolate, and a romantic night out with your special someone. With Valentine’s Day falling on a…
