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Archive: 2020
Physical and Emotional Nursing Home Abuse
October 21, 2020 | Category: Nursing Home Neglect/AbuseA Fort Myers nursing home abuse attorney says the National Council on Aging reported that 1 in 10 Americans who are age 60 or older have suffered from at least one of the seven forms of elder abuse identified by the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA).
How Victim Panels Combat the Incidence of DUI Accidents
October 20, 2020 | Category: DUI AccidentsVictim impact panels are designed to hold drunk drivers accountable and help them realize the seriousness of their actions. Also known as a VIP, a victim impact panel is a meeting where a person convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is ordered to listen to DUI victims (typically three or four people) about how the accident has affected their lives or the lives of their loved ones. Many DUI offenders are required to attend a victim impact panel to help ensure that their...
Fort Myers Bike Safety Plan
October 19, 2020 | Category: Bike AccidentsSince the onset of COVID-19, bicycle sales have soared across Florida, but some riders are afraid of sharing the roads with other vehicles.
The Consequences of Drinking and Driving
October 16, 2020 | Category: DUI AccidentsA Fort Myers personal injury lawyer has seen the devastation caused to victims of DUI accidents. The State of Florida takes driving under the influence very seriously and has special laws to assist the victims of drunk-driving accidents.
Fort Myers Personal Injury Attorney Randall L. Spivey Achieves Settlement for Client Injured When a Work Van Ran a Red Light
October 15, 2020 | Category: Automobile AccidentsBecause the insurance company for the defendants refused to provide a reasonable settlement offer to compensate the victim of this accident which she did not cause, Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. filed a lawsuit on our client’s behalf to seek just compensation for her injuries and damages.
Speeding’s Effect on Pedestrian Accidents
October 14, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsHigher vehicle speeds increase both the likelihood of a pedestrian being struck by a car and the severity of any injuries.
What Is Florida's Complete Streets Program and How Does It Affect Cyclists?
October 13, 2020 | Category: Bike AccidentsAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Florida is the most dangerous state in the country to ride a bike due to motorists' overwhelming failure to heed traffic safety laws and follow the rules of the road. In fact, Florida leads the country in bicycle fatalities. With cities on the west coast of Florida leading the state in bicycle fatalities, avid cyclists in the Fort Myers region must be especially vigilant when out on their bikes. If you've experienced a biking...
Accidents Causing Brain Injuries
October 12, 2020 | Category: Brain InjuriesFort Myers Personal Injury Lawyer Randall Spivey says many accidents cause brain injuries, including automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, and slip and fall accidents, as well as accidents on retail, public and private properties. Many of the injuries from these accidents may not be apparent at first but come on gradually.
Changing Lanes Causes Motorcycle Accidents
October 9, 2020 | Category: Motorcycle AccidentsA Fort Myers motorcycle accident attorney said changing lanes causes many accidents, particularly those involving motorcycles, and is one of the top causes of motor vehicle accidents in the United States.
Propeller Accidents – Engines Off/Keys Out
October 7, 2020 | Category: Boating AccidentsBoat operators and passengers should be aware that propellers are dangerous. A typical three-blade boat propeller runs at 3,200 rpm and can inflict 160 strikes in one second.