Orlando Accident & Injury Blog
Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Lawsuits
Every day, thousands and thousands of people across the country use talcum powder in order to dry excessive moisture from their skin as well as the skin of their young children. Talcum powder is, as its name suggests, composted primarily of talc (also known as talcum), a clay mineral that occurs naturally within certain spots in the earth and can be mined and turned into the useful powder without too much trouble. Within the United States, talcum mines exist in Texas, Vermont, New York, and Montana, and in each of these states numerous mines operate to pull talcum from the ground in order to transform it into the helpful powder.
Asbestos and Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is one of the most debilitating and fatal forms of cancer that doctors have yet encountered. Every year, hundreds of people are diagnosed with this fatal cell mutation, and the traumatic effects that this carries over to the families and loved ones of those affected is hard to overstate.
UPDATE: Family Returns after Crane Splits Home in Two
A few months ago, we shared the bizarre story of the family living in Baldwin Park who were having some work down on the roof of their home. During the course of this repair, a large crane was employed to deliver roofing tiles to the workers toiling high above the ground. It was while the crane was extended over the center of the home, laden with roofing tiles, that something happened to cause the vehicle to destabilize.
Two Disney Tour Buses Involved in Rear-End Collision Near Epcot
Just as the tail-end of rush hour was wrapping up on Tuesday, December 12, 2018, two Disney World charter buses carrying multiple passengers were involved in a rear-end car accident near Epcot Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
Person Driving Electric Scooter Struck and Killed on Orange Blossom Trail
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol were on hand to respond to a wrongful death accident that happened earlier this week and resulted in the death of one individual who was riding an electric scooter along Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando. Reports from the Florida Highway Patrol state that the incident happened close to 9:00 on Monday Night, and that it was along a portion of Orange Blossom Trail that intersects with Americana Boulevard.
One Injured after Car Overturns, Catches Fire Near Orlando
Early on Wednesday, December 5th, two vehicles traveling down John Young Parkway close to Orlando were involved in an auto accident that resulted in at least one of them suffering from fairly severe injuries. According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident was first reported at some point before noon, likely before the sun had even risen (although some current reports on the event failed to specify the exact time when the emergency calls began to reach dispatchers).
Motorcyclist Dies after Collision within DeBary
A crash within the city of DeBary that took place early in December resulted in the death of one motorcyclist, according to reports from the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. The motorcycle accident that caused this death is believed to have happened close to 7:30 on the evening of Saturday, December 1st, while numerous vehicles and their drivers were traveling to and from homes, restaurants, and weekend employment. The motorcyclist in question was driving their bike along Dirksen Drive, close to the intersection of this road and Interstate 4, when a Kia sedan attempted to turn across traffic in order to access the interstate.
Brevard County Fire Rescue Extinguishes House Fire, Rescues Cat
A fire that broke out in a home located within Brevard County almost became a devastating blaze on Sunday, December 2nd, and if it was not for the efforts of the Brevard County Fire Rescue crew the incident might have resulted in far more destruction as well as the death of a beloved house pet.
Two Die in Crash Near Orange Blossom Trail in Orange County
A crash that took place on the evening of Saturday, December 1st, resulted in the deaths of two individuals who were traveling within Orange County. According to troopers speaking on behalf of the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident took place around to 8:45 at night, close to or at the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail and Barely Club Drive.
26-Year-Old Traumatically Injured in Winter Garden Work-Related Accident
A debilitating construction accident happened in Orange county late in November at a work site located in the Orange County town of Winter Garden. According to a report from the Orange County Fire Rescue, the incident happened close to 4:00 in the afternoon on November 28th, in an area that was described as being residential.
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