The immigration battles continue in federal courts over state laws that have passed across the country. Florida immigration attorneys are aware that lawmakers were unable to come to agreement on anti-immigration legislation during the most recent session. As many as...
Florida sees growing number of deaths related to cosmetic surgery
Broward County, Florida, has seen a high number of deaths related to medical complications during or after plastic surgery. Within the past two years, 5 deaths have raised concern with the Florida's medical board. Across the state, there have been more than 25 deaths...
SUV and motor home collide leaving one dead and three hurt
When a family is faced with the unexpected loss of a loved one, a lot of emotions can surface: anger, frustration, confusion, and sadness to name a few. They may wonder whether the death could have been prevented or whether someone was at fault for causing the...
Immigration reform measure introduced in Senate
An immigration reform bill was introduced Wednesday in the United States Senate. The proposed measure seeks comprehensive immigration reform with provisions allowing for pathways to permanent residency for undocumented immigrants, a provision implicating businesses...
ICE detains 2,400 undocumented immigrants in nationwide sweep
The Obama Administration announced Tuesday that federal immigration agents rounded up 2,400 undocumented immigrants during a seven day nationwide sweep that occurred last month. The sweep netted arrests in every state of the union, including Florida, according to...
Inflatable bounce houses: not all they are blown up to be
Not all products that can cause harm are obviously dangerous to the consumer. In some situations, a product can become dangerous if used incorrectly or if the consumer is not warned of potential hazards. One particular item, intended to be a source of fun and games...
Three years after student’s death, wrongful death trial begins
Following the death of a University of Central Florida student in the spring of 2008, his family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the UCF board of trustees and the UCF Athletics Association. The college student died during football practice. Although the workout...
E-2 visa investors program allows investors to live and work in U.S
This blog has carried a number of stories regarding the EB-5 visa program and the proposed EB-6 Startup Visa Act. However, Florida employment immigration lawyers recognize that immigration law allows other types of business and employment based visas. Immigrants can...
ICE announces more I-9 audits in Florida, nationwide
Immigration agents are embarking on a new round audits business records related to employment verification. Immigration and Customs Enforcement made the announcement Wednesday that it is sending out notices to 1000 companies across the United States that the agency...
Cruise ship line should have prevented deadly gas leak
While injuries sustained on a cruise ship can be caused by slippery decks or unsafe rail guards, some causes of cruise ship injuries are less obvious but can be just as deadly for workers and passengers alike. Approximately six years ago, Royal Caribbean was the focus...
