Each year, over 2 million German citizens visit the United States of America, along with over 400,000 Swiss citizens, 300,000 Belgian citizens, 200,000 Austrian citizens, and many thousands of other citizens of European Union countries. The vast majority of these...
Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
Personal Injury or Wrongful Death While Visiting Jamaica
Each year, over 2.5 million United States citizens visit Jamaica, along with over 100,000 United Kingdom citizens, thousands of German citizens, and thousands from other countries. The vast majority of these visitors have a safe and memorable stay, enjoying the...
A quantum shift in personal injury lawsuits
Last month, Governor Ron DeSantis approved House Bill 837 and Senate Bill 236, representing a significant change in Florida personal injury lawsuits, specifically Statutes of Limitations. Supporters see it as a means to eliminate lawsuit abuse by limiting information...
Most common ways people are injured while traveling in the United States
Traveling through the United States whether from within the country or from abroad can be an exciting adventure. However, it is one that is not without a certain degree of risk. Accidents can happen anywhere at any time, and that is why it is important to remain...
How to pursue legal action if I am injured while traveling in the United States
If you are visiting the United States from abroad, it can be overwhelming trying to learn how to handle serious situations in a completely foreign environment. Sustaining a significant injury, for example, will likely give rise to many questions as to how you can...
Foreign citizens and compensation for a CA car accident injury
As a visitor to the United States, whether long-term or short-term, it can be difficult to determine what your legal options are, particularly when laws often vary so much between U.S. states. After a car accident in California, your injuries may result in missed work...
Violent crime may lead to negligent security lawsuits
Concerns over violent crime weigh on the minds of New York residents. Sadly, robberies and assaults happen, and these incidents could happen anywhere. That said, the chances of an assault are higher when security is lax vs. when property managers take better steps to...
Notifying your country’s consulate after an accident in the U.S.
If you are planning to travel to the U.S. for business or pleasure, you may already know how challenging America's roads can be. After all, not only must you comply with a different set of traffic rules, but you also must deal with a different driving culture. In any...
When you can sue a casino for an accident
Many adults in New York travel to casinos for gambling, shows, food and other fun things. The largest casinos have a lot of amenities to keep their guests entertained, so it’s no surprise that the U.S. casino industry makes billions every year. But all of these...
Understanding fault when a guest suffers an injury at a hotel
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, checking into and staying at a hotel comes with expectations for safety. Hotel guests don't want their stay to end with an injury, but accidents happen. Sometimes injuries occur due to negligence, and the hotel's management...