The Hal S. Marchman Alcohol and Other Drug Services Act is otherwise known as the Marchman Act. The Florida Legislature enacted the Marchman Act to help combat the growing drug and alcohol addiction epidemic. The Marchman Act established a statewide Drug Policy...
Vaping Lawsuit Basics
Legal actions against vaping companies for injuries associated with the use of electronic cigarettes and vapes looks different than your typical lawsuit. What you sue for, who you sue, and how you file your lawsuit are all features that can make your vaping lawsuit...
Common Illnesses Associated with Vaping
Vaping began to rise in popularity in the Summer of 2019, especially among teenagers and young adults. However, by February 2020, the CDC reported nearly 3,000 injuries requiring hospitalization associated with vaping.[1] Over 1/3 of the individuals hospitalized with...
Status of Person on Property – Premises Liability
Slip and fall injuries often occur because of a dangerous condition on the property that the property owner could have prevented. Generally, property owners have a duty to exercise reasonable care in maintaining his property and ensuring the safety of third parties....
Injuries and Conditions Related to Premature Births
A premature baby is a baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy.[i] Because of their low birth weight and underdeveloped organs, a baby born prematurely is at a higher risk of health complications and birth injuries.[ii] Premature births may be preventable by adequate...
Pregnancy Complications that may Lead to Birth Injuries
There are many potential complications that can arise during pregnancy that can negatively affect both the mother and the baby. Many of these complications can and should be detected early with the proper medical care. Unfortunately, medical negligence can result in...
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a disorder that is caused by damage to a developing brain and interferes with the nervous system and movement.[1] Cerebral palsy can happen before birth, during birth, within the first month following birth or during the first few years of a child’s...
Boating Accidents in Florida
Recreational boating is enjoyed by people across the country but is an especially popular pastime in Florida. While boating is meant to be fun, boating accidents and injuries are becoming more prominent with each passing year and Florida leads the rest of the country...
Michael P. Bonner, Esq. named 2020 Florida Super Lawyer!
We would like to congratulate Michael P. Bonner, Esq. for being named for the 5th consecutive year as a FLORIDA SUPER LAWYER. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer...
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