How Can a Brain Injury Be Caused By a Simple Accident?
Hi, I’m Matt Powell. I am a car accident attorney and the proud owner of MattLaw, a personal injury law firm in Tampa, Florida. Today, I would like to share some information about the physics involved in car crashes and how even simple car accidents can cause whiplash and mild traumatic brain injuries. Newton’s laws…
Read MorePharmacy Error (When Pharmacist Gives Wrong Medication)
A pharmacy error could cause many adverse effects to a person or even lead to death. Pharmacy Malpractice happens a lot more than most people think. In fact, the World Health Organization reports that the annual global cost of medication errors is estimated at $42 billion. They note that: Medication errors occur when weak…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Storefront Crashes in Florida
Storefront crashes happen when a vehicle drives into a building. While the term “storefront crash” is commonly used, vehicles may also leave the road and collide with office buildings, hospitals, private homes, and any other structure. When these crashes happen, they can cause devastating injuries and even deaths. In fact, more than 16,000 people are…
Read MoreWhy It’s So Important to Work With a Board Certified Attorney
Here at MattLaw, we understand that a serious personal injury can put a tremendous amount of stress on you and your family. We also know that choosing the right attorney can make all the difference in your case. The decision of which lawyer you hire may be one of the most important decisions you ever…
Read MoreDrunk Driving Personal Injury Claims (The Real Story)
Drunk-driving personal injury claims are very complex. If you are a victim of a car accident where the at-fault driver was drunk, you may be entitled to something called “punitive damages.” Punitive damages are additional compensation on top of those that cover injuries and property damage. Unfortunately, some estimates suggest that 30% of us will…
Read MoreWhy Hiring a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer Increases the Value of Your Case
Seven factors that influence settlements and how to increase insurance company offers I’m often asked how and why hiring a trial lawyer would increase the settlement value of your injury case. Clients call and say, “My family member was hurt badly,” or, “I lost a child due to a dangerous truck driver, a defective product…
Read MoreThe Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in Florida
If you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, one of the most important legal concepts you need to understand is the statute of limitations. This determines how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit after an accident or injury. Missing this important deadline can mean entirely losing your right to seek…
Read MoreWhat Kinds of Background Checks Are Required by Florida Nursing Homes?
At MattLaw, we understand how frightening it can be to place a loved one in the care of a nursing home. You want to make sure they’re safe and well-taken care of. That’s why it’s so important to understand what kind of background checks Florida requires nursing homes to conduct on their employees. Think of…
Read MoreWhat Are the Staff Requirements in Florida Nursing Homes?
When we place our family members in a nursing home, we expect them to receive the direct care and attention they deserve. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen. Sometimes, understaffing or unqualified staff can lead to serious consequences, including nursing home abuse and neglect. Why do staffing levels matter? It’s vital to have proper staffing levels…
Read MoreAre Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?
If you recently secured a Tampa personal injury settlement, you may be wondering, “Is my personal injury settlement taxable?” Generally, the answer to this question is “no,” but it’s important to understand the complexities of tax laws to maximize your recovery and ensure your long-term financial goals and security. Here in Florida, your personal injury…
Read More9 Facts You Didn’t Know About Birth Injuries
The months awaiting the arrival of a new baby are often full of excitement, anticipation, and joy. Expectant parents may spend their days eagerly researching baby names, diaper service options, and child care; these are the days of gender-reveal parties, baby showers, and preparing the nursery for a tiny new family member. Rarely does the…
Read MoreFlorida Amputation Lawyer Answers Frequently Asked Questions
Amputations are among the most serious types of catastrophic injury a person can experience. In addition to significant medical care, amputations can require years of physical therapy, and the stress of adapting to a sudden change in lifestyle. When a doctor’s medical negligence results in amputation, you may be entitled to financial compensation. In this…
Read More5 Facts Your Sepsis Malpractice Lawyer Needs You To Know
Do you know the warning signs of sepsis? Our medical malpractice attorneys offer insights to keep your loved ones safe. Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection. Sometimes called septicaemia (or blood poisoning), sepsis occurs when a person’s immune system damages their body’s own tissues and organs in an effort to fight a severe…
Read MoreNursing Home Abuse Stories: Putting Concern Into Action
Do you know the signs of nursing home abuse? Would you know what to do if you saw them? This blog explores five hypothetical case studies related to nursing home abuse symptoms. As nursing home abuse lawyers, we see tragic instances of nursing home abuse cases every day. With some nursing home residents’ abuse, a…
Read MoreBirth Injuries in Newborns: What You Need To Know
Welcoming a newborn into the world is a moment filled with joy and anticipation for the expectant families. The nursery room is ready, the parents have spent months nesting, and family members have arrived to be part of the celebration. As birth injury lawyers, we see parents robbed of these happy moments all too often…
Read MoreHow to Report Elder Abuse in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide
Elder abuse is a serious and often under reported issue that affects many older adults in Florida. According to the Office for Victims of Crime, about 10% of people over 70 will have experienced some form of abuse this year. This equates to roughly five million instances of elder abuse in the United States every…
Read MoreFlorida Brain Injury Lawyer Answers 10 Common Questions about Brain Injury
Brain injury claims are a special type of personal injury case. Recovering compensation for brain injury victims requires a deep understanding of the multiple ways a traumatic brain injury (or “TBI”) can affect their quality of life. Given the challenges of this type of injury, not every personal injury lawyer is qualified to help brain…
Read MoreCommon Questions for a Florida Cerebral Palsy Lawyer
Cerebral Palsy is not a disease; it is a condition caused most often by medical personnel not providing adequate care to a patient. Cerebral Palsy is not genetic, not bacterial, and not a virus. It is likely the most overlooked type of medical malpractice case. Cerebral, which means Cerebellum, or the brain; Palsy means paralysis,…
Read MoreNursing Home Abuse: Learn the Facts, Recognize the Signs
When their elderly loved ones need expert care, many families turn to nursing homes. Competent nursing homes offer not just housing but also medical assistance, camaraderie, and the respect our elderly loved ones deserve. Many nursing homes are held to similar standards of care as hospitals and other inpatient medical facilities. As more “Baby Boomers”…
Read MoreHow to Hire a Nursing Home Abuse Attorney
If you suspect a nursing home of abusing or neglecting your elderly family member, you may need a nursing home abuse lawyer. When a nursing home facility fails to care for its residents, your loved one may be exposed to nursing home abuse. MattLaw has outlined several signs of nursing home abuse; not all cases…
Read MoreNeonatal Sepsis: Know The Signs
Neonatal sepsis is a serious medical condition that poses a significant risk to the health and well-being of newborn infants. Sepsis is usually caused by a bacterial infection that affects the entire system. Bacteria, viruses, or fungi, sepsis can spread quickly through a baby’s bloodstream and cause serious issues with blood flow, immune system response,…
Read More7 Signs of Sepsis You Should Never Ignore
Sepsis is a life-threatening medical condition that arises when the body’s response to infection becomes dysregulated. The type of infection can be bacterial, viral, or fungal. It may originate in various parts of the body, such as the lungs, urinary tract, or abdomen. Called “the silent killer,” sepsis can progress rapidly, leading to severe complications…
Read MoreSTUDY: Traumatic Brain Injuries Linked to Brain Cancer Risk
The heightened risk of brain cancer should be factored into future medical costs for moderate-to-severe TBI survivors. A 2024 cohort study found that some types of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are correlated with brain cancer risk. A review of the medical data from 1.9 million veterans showed moderate to severe TBIs to be positively correlated…
Read MoreThe 5 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Has a loved one experienced nursing home abuse, or elder abuse at the hands of a caregiver? This blog will teach you how to: Placing a parent or a loved one in a nursing home is not a decision made lightly. In entrusting someone to look after our parents or aging loved ones, we expect…
Read MoreHow to Find a Doctor After a Car Accident (The Real Story)
This is a guide on how to find a doctor after a car accident.
If you are injured and need to see a doctor, there are a few things that you need to know.
It’s important to go to the right injury doctors and even MORE important to avoid the wrong doctors.
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