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What Is The 6th Leading Cause of Death In U.S.? - Wednesday, December 30, 2009

According to the 1999 report, To Err Is Human, by the Institute for Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, preventable medical errors are the sixth leading cause of death in America, killing 98,000 people a year. There is no indication that things have improved over the last decade and anecdotal evidence suggests things have worsened.

Be vigilant and proactive about your own medical care at a doctor's office or hospital. Don't assume that all the doctors are communicating properly with one another, that the staff is communicating adequately to the doctor, or that doctors and nurses don't make mistakes. They do. And don't be afraid to ask quesions. Don't be intimidated; be informed about what the doctors and nurses are doing and why. Make sure you understand what is going on, that you're being given the right care and correct medications. If you're a victim of medical malpractice or nursing negligence, the experienced medical malpractice attorneys at The Florida Firm will provide a free consultation about your legal rights.

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Don't Sell Yourself Short - Demand Straight Talk From Your Personal Injury Attorney - Monday, December 28, 2009

If you're ever injured in an accident and looking for the right attorney, you'll quickly learn there is no shortage of choices and the decision can be confusing. This confusion is multiplied by the misleading promises many unscrupulous attorneys make. Promises like, "you are entitled to a minimum of $ (insert a number)" or how their firm has "combined" experience of a hundred years or how they work "for free" on your case. Bottom line, if your gut tells you something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. And no trial lawyer can honestly promise you a minimum of anything or that he can achieve any particular result. Not only is it impossible, it is unethical to make empty promises under Florida Bar regulations.

If you've been hurt in an accident, what you need is straight talk from experienced personal injury attorneys and their well trained staff. At The Florida Firm, that's exactly what you will get. Straight talk, not empty promises. For a free consultation about your legal rights, contact us today.

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The Top 100 Trial Lawyers In Florida - Tuesday, December 22, 2009

For the calendar year 2009 to 2010, The Florida Firm's attorneys have again been recognized for their reputation, experience and skill by their peers. Ronald S. Gilbert and Melvin B. Wright have been nominated for membership in The American Trial Lawyers Association for 2009-2010. The ATLA is a national organization composed of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers from each state. An attorney becomes a candidate for membership by special invitation only. Only those attorneys who exemplify superior qualifications, leadership, reputation, influence, stature and profile as trial lawyers, both civil plaintiff's attorneys and criminal defense attorneys, are extended invitations for membership by the executive committee of The ATLA.

If you or a loved one need an experienced personal injury attorney, contact The Florida Firm for a free consultation or for more specific information about our qualifications and experience.

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Pedestrian Deaths All Too Common In Central Florida - Sunday, December 20, 2009

Central Florida is one of the worst areas of the country for pedestrian safety. A pedestrian has been killed in Daytona Beach Shores crash.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an automobile accident, motorcycle accident, or pedestrian accident, you need an experienced automobile accident attorney to navigate the complicated legal and insurance environment implicated by the accident.

For a free consultation, contact The Florida Firm.

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Hit By Uninsured Driver? You May Be Protected Anyway! - Thursday, December 17, 2009

Some estimates are that as many as 1 in every 4 drivers in Florida is driving without any liability insurance to cover folks they injure in an accident. Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Insurance is the type of automobile insurance that covers your injuries and claims against a negligent driver who fails to buy his own liability insurance coverage.

Uninsured motorist coverage MUST be provided with any policy of automobile liability insurance. Unfortunately, the insurance industry had laws passed that allow unsuspecting consumers to legally reject this coverage. Often, agents don't adequately explain the importance of uninsured motorist coverage when presenting consumers with the forms they are required by law to sign if the choose to decline uninsured motorist coverage. The good news is that the law is very specific in defining how uninsured motorist coverage can be declined. Forms must contain precise wording and in an exact form and format and signed by the purchaser. Otherwise, you're covered.

So if you're injured by an uninsured motorist, don't assume that you aren't covered for your injuries by your own policy of automobile insurance. If you're involved in any kind of accident, don't leave your fate to guesswork. Get free legal advice from The Florida Firm if you're injured in any kind of accident. And before you drive anywhere again, call your agent and ask if you bought uninsured motorist coverage. If you didn't, go add the coverage to your policy.

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Head-On Collisions Most Deadly - Sunday, December 13, 2009

Head on collisions are undoubtedly the most likely type of automobile accident to result in death or very serious bodily injury. Head on collisions are the most feared collisions and often the hardest to avoid. Only this weekend a Central Florida man died trying to avoid and oncoming truck traveling against traffic on S.R. 44.

Automobile and truck accidents generate a variety of questions about one's legal rights. The legal issues arising from motor vehicle accidents can vary and are complex depending upon whether the accidents involve automobiles, commercial vehicles, tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks, or motorcycles.

If you are involved in an accident, don't leave your legal rights guesswork. Call The Florida Firm for a free consultation about your legal rights and legal issues in your particular situation.

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Woman dies in early morning crash - Saturday, December 12, 2009

An elderly Central Florida woman died early this morning in an automobile accident when her car was struck by another motorist.

The Holiday traffic can be especially dangerous in the late evening and early morning hours. So be careful when traveling at those times of the day. If possible, avoid driving during the holiday season after 9 or 10 o'clock at night and before 5 or 6 in the morning. If you or a loved one is involved in an automobile accident, call The Florida Firm for a free consultation.

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Girl Struck By Deputy's Car - Wednesday, December 09, 2009

A young girl has been struck by an unmarked deputy's car is Orange County.

Pedestrian's are always at risk of being seriously injured by motor vehicles and that is particularly true in Metro Orlando which has historically had higher incidents of pedestrian accidents and deaths. For whatever reason, e.g. the way local streets are designed, the lack of cross walks, etc., there is a very high incidence of pedestrian accidents in Orlando. For that reason, motorists must be especially on guard and on the lookout for vulnerable pedestrians.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of an automobile or pedestrian accident, call The Florida Firm to assure your legal rights are protected.

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Winter Park doctor loses license for having sex with patient and overprescribing medication - Saturday, December 05, 2009

A Winter Park doctor has reportedly lost his license for having sex with a patient and overprescribing medication.

Obviously, it is unethical for a physician to have sexual relations with patients who may be vulnerable physically and emotionally to undue influence. Overmedicating a patient is inexcusable and can result from physician error, nursing error, pharmacy error or an error transcribing the prescription instructions.

If you or a family member has been the victim of medical malpractice, nursing malpractice, hospital negligence, or pharamacy malpractice, don't try to go it alone. You need an experienced personal injury attorneys to navigate the complex civil justice system. Contact The Florida Firm to protect your legal rights.

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