Pet-Related Thanksgiving Injuries — Dog Bites and Food Toxicity for Guests in Florida
Thanksgiving gatherings often include family pets roaming freely as guests arrive, plates pass around, and food fills every corner. While this adds warmth to the celebration, it can also create real safety risks. Florida sees an uptick in dog bites and animal-related incidents every holiday season, and even the friendliest pets can react unpredictably to […]
Alcohol, DUIs, and Thanksgiving Host Liability in Florida
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and celebration—but for many, alcohol is also part of the festivities. Unfortunately, the combination of alcohol and travel can turn dangerous quickly. Thanksgiving week consistently ranks among the deadliest times for drunk driving accidents in Florida and across the U.S. If you’re hosting a Thanksgiving gathering or driving […]
Slip and Fall Injuries During Thanksgiving Gatherings — Florida Homeowner Liability Explained
Thanksgiving brings together family, friends, and delicious food—but it also creates busy, crowded homes where slip and fall accidents can easily happen. From spilled drinks to cluttered walkways and dark porches, it only takes a moment for a joyful celebration to turn into an emergency. Under Florida law, homeowners have a legal duty to keep […]
Turkey Fryer Fires: Common Causes, Injuries, and Liability in Florida
Frying a turkey has become a popular Thanksgiving tradition in Florida thanks to its crispy texture and quick cooking time. But as enjoyable as deep-fried turkey can be, it also comes with serious risks. Every year, fire departments respond to hundreds of home fires, burn injuries, and property damage caused by turkey fryers. Understanding why […]
Thanksgiving Travel Accidents: Car Crashes, Fatigue & Legal Rights in Florida
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel holidays of the year. Millions of Americans hit the road to visit family and friends, and Florida’s highways, airports, and local roads see a dramatic increase in traffic. Unfortunately, this also leads to a spike in car accidents, pedestrian injuries, distracted driving crashes, and drunk driving incidents. Understanding […]
Kitchen & Cooking Injuries on Thanksgiving: Burns, Fires, and Liability in Florida
Thanksgiving is the biggest home-cooking day of the year — and also one of the most dangerous. With crowded kitchens, hot oil, sharp knives, and multiple dishes cooking at once, injuries are more common than many people realize. In fact, according to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving has the highest number of home cooking […]
Preparing Your Home Safely for Thanksgiving Guests: Avoiding Injuries and Liability in Florida
Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and celebration. But for homeowners in Florida, it’s also a time to think about safety and legal responsibility. When you invite guests into your home, you take on a legal duty to ensure your property is reasonably safe. If someone gets injured — slipping on a wet floor, […]
Underage Drinking and Injuries at Halloween Parties: Host Liability
Halloween isn’t just for kids—teens and college students celebrate too. Unfortunately, many Halloween gatherings involve alcohol, and when underage drinking occurs, the risk of accidents and injuries skyrockets. Hosts who allow minors to drink on their property may face serious legal consequences if someone is harmed. Why Underage Drinking Spikes on Halloween These factors create […]
Decorating Injuries: Premises Liability for Unsafe Yards and Props
Halloween is the time when homeowners go all out with spooky yard decorations—giant inflatables, fake graveyards, cobwebs, fog machines, and eerie lighting. While these displays create an unforgettable experience for trick-or-treaters, they can also cause serious injuries if not set up safely. Under Florida law, property owners may be liable for injuries caused by hazardous […]
Car Accidents on Halloween Night: Increased Risks and Legal Steps
Halloween isn’t just busy for trick-or-treaters; it’s also one of the most dangerous nights of the year on the roads. Increased pedestrian traffic, more drivers heading to parties, and higher rates of impaired driving all combine to make car accidents more likely. If you’ve been injured in a car crash on Halloween night, knowing the […]
