Archive: 2021
Fort Myers Nursing Home Abuse Attorney Assists Nursing Home Seniors Injured by Prescription Errors
December 30, 2021 | Category: Nursing Home Neglect/AbuseThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) receives more than 100,000 reports annually related to medication errors. The FDA says a medication error is a “preventable event that may cause or lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm.”
Motorcyclists in Danger During Busy SW Florida Tourist Season
December 28, 2021 | Category: Motorcycle AccidentsSouthwest Florida International Airport traffic has picked up in 2021, and this Christmas/New Year’s holiday period is expected to be very busy in our area with more traffic causing the potential for dangerous motorcycle accidents.
How to Be a Better Driver
December 22, 2021 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Personal InjuryDriving takes a great deal of skill, coordination and focus. No matter who taught us how to drive or how long we have been behind the wheel, there are always a few things we can do better to keep ourselves and others safe on the road.
Steps in a Florida Personal Injury Lawsuit
December 22, 2021 | Category: Personal InjuryPersonal injury claims may happen only once in a lifetime. Therefore, many do not have any idea how a personal injury claim will proceed, what compensation they may be entitled to, or how long it will take to get compensation.
Elder Care - Long-Distance Care Safety Tips
December 20, 2021 | Category: Nursing Home Neglect/AbuseAs one ages, elder abuse is extremely common, especially in facilities. Statistics show that nearly 5 million seniors are abused every year, and 1 out of 10 American seniors experience some form of abuse.
Look Before You Book - Tour Bus Safety Precautions
December 17, 2021 | Category: Personal InjuryAs Southwest Florida’s population increases, many communities are looking for entertainment options. These options may include day trips in Florida or out-of-state destinations that involve tour buses. However, tour bus accidents have been increasing in the U.S., and passengers and other motorists traveling around tour buses should do so with caution.
8 SW Florida Teen Driver Risk Factors for the Holidays
December 16, 2021 | Category: Automobile AccidentsThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says vehicle accidents are the cause of nearly one-half of all teen deaths, especially for drivers between the ages of 15 and 20. When passengers are in a teen’s vehicle, their risk of being in a fatal car crash doubles.
How to Avoid Accidents During the Busy 2021-2022 SW Florida Holiday Season
December 13, 2021 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck AccidentsIt is expected that this holiday season will be a busy one for merchants and that accidents involving cars, motorcycles, trucks, bicycles, and pedestrians will increase. Here are some safety tips to make this a safe holiday season.
Common Causes of Southwest Florida Bike Accidents
December 10, 2021 | Category: Bike AccidentsThe Southwest Florida biking season lasts year-round because of our temperate climate. We have over 800 miles of coastline and many bike-friendly trails for bikers to enjoy. However, bicyclists may suffer catastrophic injuries when riding in Southwest Florida because of the negligence of other motorists.
Spivey Law Supports 2021 NPD Cops & Kids/Santa with a Badge Program
December 8, 2021 | Category: Community Support, Firm NewsWe are pleased to again be supporting the Naples Police Department FOB Lodge #38 “Cops and Kids/Santa with a Badge” program that reaches out to children and families who are less fortunate and need a helping hand.