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Vail Resorts Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit

admin — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:53:23 +0000

Vail Resorts, a popular ski resort in Colorado, recently settled a wrongful death lawsuit from an incident occurring in 2004. A young ski racer, Ashley Stamp, died after a collision with a snowmobile while she was warming up for a race. No criminal charges were filed after the accident but a wrongful death lawsuit was brought against the resort.

The case never went to trial but it did go to the Colorado Supreme Court, which decided the maximum amount of money the family could recover. The specific terms of the resolution have not been released because a confidentiality agreement was signed between the two parties.

If a loved one has suffered a wrongful death, contact the experienced Clearwater wrongful death personal injury lawyers of Tragos & Sartes today at 727.441.9030 today to discuss your specific situation.

Medical Malpractice Myth

admin — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:03:47 +0000

Health care has always been a source of controversy, especially in volatile election years. A current popular point of contention is the idea of putting upper limit caps on personal injury damages. Proponents of these limits proclaim frivolous lawsuits and “jackpot juries” are responsible for increasing national health costs. However, these claims ignore the basic facts. Medical malpractice costs only account for 2% of all healthcare costs. Additionally, the threat of medical malpractice keeps the medical community honest and committed to providing the best possible level of care.

If you have suffered because of medical malpractice, contact the experienced Clearwater medical malpractice personal injury attorneys of Tragos & Sartes today at 727.441.9030 to learn more about your legal options.

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Pays over $1.1 billion

admin — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:14:02 +0000

Since 1996, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has had about 87,000 personal injury claims, resulting in $1.1 billion in settlement costs according to a report from the state comptroller. Notable cases include a $285, 046 settlement paid by the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad to passengers who ripped articles of clothing on the arm rests in train cars. The arm rests were notorious for snagging clothes, especially pockets of pants, and destroying the clothing.

According to the MTA, the overall cost of personal injury claims was about $335 million less than expected for the decade from 1997-2007. The MTA has been responsive to major sources of problems and thereby effectively lowered their settlement costs.

If you have suffered due to a personal injury and need legal representation, contact the experienced Clearwater personal injury lawyers of Tragos & Sartes today at 727.441.9030.

Massachusetts Doctors Pay Lower Malpractice Premiums

admin — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:45:50 +0000

A current study reveals Massachusetts doctors are paying less in malpractice suits today than they were in 1990, especially when adjusted for levels of inflation. The results of this study contradict the popular idea that the high cost of malpractice lawsuits is driving reputable doctors out of the state. Massachusetts ranks fourth in the nation for the total amount of money paid out in medical malpractice lawsuits.

The main author of the study argues that if Massachusetts is not having a high cost malpractice crisis, it is unlikely other states are either, despite popular beliefs. According to the American Medical Association, because the state does not have a cap on the upper limit of settlements, Massachusetts doctors are financially burdened because of high insurance premiums. However, doctors are still paying less than in 1990, once inflation is controlled.

If you have been injured because of medical malpractice, contact the experienced Clearwater personal injury lawyers of Tragos & Sartes today at 727.441.9030 to learn more.

Walmart and Ice Company Sued for Slip and Fall

admin — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:33:41 +0000

On August 12, 2006, Carolyn Case slipped and fell on water that had accumulated in front of an ice machine in a Walmart while with her husband. She suffered serious, permanent, and unspecified injuries from the fall. She claims Walmart and the Home City Ice Company allowed and permitted the floor to become wet, which directly led to her injuries.

Case and her husband recently filed a court case, stating both companies are liable for negligence for placing an ice machine in a location which was inappropriate and created a dangerous situation. The plaintiffs are seeking damages in excess of $200,000 plus applicable costs. Case’s husband claims he has lost the society, companionship, affection, and consortium of his wife.

If you have suffered in a slip and fall accident and need legal representation, contact the experienced Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer at Tragos & Sartes today at 727.441.9030 to discuss your legal options.