When you head out shopping in Hollywood, FL, you expect to find bargains, not end up in the hospital. Unfortunately, each year people are seriously injured in stores and store parking lots. If you find yourself injured on a store premises, it’s natural to wonder if you have a premises…
This is the busiest time of year for retailers, and that hectic pace can mean more spills on store floors, which can lead to serious slip and fall injuries. While some people are fortunate enough to just have their egos bruised when they fall, slip and fall injuries can lead…
Pickleball is a very popular sport right now, combining tennis and ping pong. In pickleball, two to four players meet on an indoor or outdoor court to hit a plastic ball with paddles over a net. Pickleball can be a healthy sport for all ages. It has also led to…
Decks, porches, and patios are a big part of Florida life. In Hollywood and surrounding areas, many private homes, public spaces, restaurants, and businesses have these structures to better enjoy the warm weather. The problem is that when these structures collapse, they can cause people to fall from heights and…
In Hollywood, Miami, and other Southern Florida communities, there are many recreational and sports activities. The population here tends to be active. While that is positive for health, it can also put athletes and weekend warriors at risk of sports injuries. The Hollywood sports injury attorneys at Flaxman Law Group…
This week, many people will be taking advantage of Black Friday sales or will be working on their holiday shopping list. This can mean busier stores and (unfortunately) busier fraudsters. It can also mean more injuries in crowded stores and parking lots. Here’s how to stay safe while having a…
Toxic mold is a fungal growth that can grow in damp, warm environments. It can grow on any solid surface, including furniture, walls, floors, and inside walls, too. Unfortunately, South Florida has the right conditions for mold to flourish. It is warm most of the year and coastal areas, especially,…
Bed bugs are small, brown insects that feed on human blood. They often hide in bedding, clothing, and other soft surfaces, coming out at night to feed. They can cause painful bites and emotional distress. In some cases, bites can cause allergic reactions. Bed bugs also move with humans, so…
College is a time for growth and freedom, and students are often excited about being on their own. Unfortunately, each year college students are seriously injured and even killed on campus. Sports injuries, slip and fall injuries, and traffic injuries tend to be most common. However, violence caused by hazing…
Cheerleaders put in hours of grueling practice to perform amazing athletic feats and to compete in major events. As the sport has gotten more respect and recognition, we’re also recognizing that these athletes face serious injuries and deserve safety measures to protect them. March is National Cheerleading Safety Month and…