A 10-year-old girl was struck by a car and killed while riding her bike Wednesday night across U.S. 192 near Kissimmee, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Reports show that the crash happened around 9:15 p.m. when several children crossed the highway, failing to use an intersection or a crosswalk.…
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Johnson & Johnson Recalling 5 Sunscreens Due to Risk of Cancer | Florida Class Action Injury Lawyers Whittel & Melton
Johnson & Johnson confirmed yesterday that they are recalling five sunscreen products after samples of these products were found to contain small amounts of benzene, which is a chemical that has been linked to cancer with repeated use. What Do You Need To Know? The products in question are packaged…
Boy Killed on Water Park Ride, 3 Others Injured | Florida Theme Park and Water Park Injury Lawyers Whittel & Melton
An 11-year-old boy was killed Sunday and three others suffered injuries on a water ride while visiting Adventureland Park in Altoona, Iowa. According to reports, one child remains in critical condition and two others suffered minor injuries at the water park. Here is a breakdown of what police believe happened:…
Avoid Injuries This Fourth of July | Florida Injury Lawyers Whittel & Melton
July Fourth weekend is upon us and there may be no better way to spend the summer holiday than surrounded by your family and friends taking in fireworks, grilling, swimming, or even boating in one of Florida’s abundant waterways. As most COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, this year’s Fourth of…
What Happens If an Injury Victim Passes Before Their Lawsuit is Finalized?
The sad truth is that some accident victims do not make it through to see their legal suit finished. This often happens when their injuries were so severe that they could not make it through the legal process to make a recovery. So, what happens if an injury victim passes…
9 Dead, 150 More Still Unaccounted for in Surfside Condo Collapse | Miami Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Lawyers Whittel & Melton
On Thursday, a partial collapse of a Champlain Towers South, a condo building in Surfside, Florida, occurred that is currently under investigation. The 12-story building resulted in multiple deaths and at least 150 more people missing. First responders and firefighters are conducting a search and rescue mission for all survivors…
Nursing Home Deaths Surge in 2020 Due to Pandemic, Watchdog Reports | Florida Nursing Home Death Lawyers Whittel & Melton
Medicare patients in nursing homes saw a spike in deaths last year – up 32% from the previous year, according to a government watchdog report released on Tuesday. There were two reported surges just eight months apart that are said to be a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The inspector…
Man Who Allegedly Killed 2 in DUI Crash in 2007 and Fled Country Captured and Facing Criminal Charges | Florida Injury Lawyer for Victims of DUI
A 29-year-old man that allegedly caused a fatal traffic crash in Avon Park in 2007 fled the country before he could be prosecuted, according to reports. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says the man was driving drunk when he caused the collision. His alleged blood-alcohol content was nearly four times…
Philips Recalls Ventilators and Breathing Devices Due to Cancer Risk
The Dutch company Philips, one of the largest medical equipment companies who makes sleep apnea machines and ventilators, has recalled certain breathing devices due to a foam part that can become toxic and potentially lead to cancer. The announcement of the recall was issued Monday and targets between 3 and…
Tampa Doctor Performs Surgery on Wrong Testicle, Fined By Board | Tampa Medical Malpractice Lawyers Whittel & Melton
A Tampa urologist mistakenly performed surgery on a patient’s right testicle instead of his left in September 2019. The patient was scheduled to have surgery on his left testicle for the removal of enlarged veins, but the doctor marked the right testicle for surgery instead. The doctor has been fined…