Eric Ewing, while traveling as a cruise passenger onboard the Carnival Ecstasy, suffered a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI). Eric’s journey to justice was difficult and long. His shipboard injuries occurred on January 25, 2018. His original trial was delayed due to COVID.  Eventually, the case was tried in Federal Court over two weeks in October of 2021. Eric claimed his cabin steward violated Carnival’s safety policies by not locking the bunk above his lower bed and that rough seas caused it to […]

From bad weather conditions to other boaters on the water, there are several factors that can turn a day of boating into a dangerous—and possibly even life-threatening—ordeal. Before leaving shore, it is important to consider all of these factors and make a smart decision about whether it is a good day to be on the water. In this article, Miami boating accident lawyer Keith Brais covers 12 factors you can consider to decide if it is safe to go boating.
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If you have been injured by a dangerous product, holding the manufacturer accountable could be important for your long-term physical, emotional and financial well-being. Product-related accidents can have significant financial and non-financial costs, and it is not an exaggeration to say that they can impact all aspects of victims’ (and their family members’) lives.
When it comes to holding product manufacturers accountable, one potential option is to file a warranty claim. If you have a warranty claim, you can hire a […]

Many construction workers get injured on the job. Construction accidents are a daily occurrence, and these accidents often result in serious injuries. If you have been injured on the job, you may be entitled to financial compensation, and you should speak with a Miami construction accident lawyer about your legal rights. Here is an overview of when you can file a claim for a construction accident in Florida:
Filing a Construction Accident Claim If You Are Eligible for Workers’ Compensation
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While all boaters are required to operate their vessels safely, some boaters are safer than others. In fact, while some captains observe the rules of navigation and obey all state and federal requirements, others are downright dangerous—and these dangerous boaters present some of the greatest risks on the water.
To protect themselves from these dangerous boaters, there are several steps that other boat captains can take to avoid risky encounters. With that said, it won’t always be possible to avoid dangerous […]