Panter’s Pointers are in full swing this holiday season. In this edition, we’d like to address flight safety tips for the holidays. November and December are the busiest months of…
read moreHoliday shopping safety is a hot topic every November and December. Shopping during the holidays, while fun and exciting, can also lead to dangerous situations. While shoppers are out buying…
read moreA 29-year-old North Florida woman was burned while in surgery to have cysts removed from her head. An investigation is under way to determine whether medical malpractice led to the…
read moreFederal officials were sympathetic, but ultimately unhelpful in protecting the victims of Chinese drywall. The defective product led countless homeowners, including thousands in Florida alone, to become ill. The drywall…
read moreHonda is recalling more than 300,000 additional vehicles, including some 273,000 in the United States alone. The recall stems from a defective air-bag design used in Honda Civics, Accords, Odysseys,…
read moreChristmas lights are a cherished holiday tradition that illuminates the holiday season. With a little preparation and precaution your winter wonderland can be safely installed year after year with these…
read moreHoliday shopping can be a stressful experience. In addition to the long lines and expense of gift buying season, parents need to be mindful of dangerous or defective toys that…
read moreDuring holiday season in Florida, it is important to be aware of safety precautions you can take to protect yourself and your children from harm. Gatherings where small children will…
read moreWhen federal health officials closed the public website that allowed people to view statistics regarding medical malpractice and disciplinary action against doctors, consumer safety groups protested. It was hard to…
read moreIt is common knowledge that every person is expected to obey the law. Law enforcement is one of the main ways our governement strives to keep our community safe. But…
read moreThe total number of products recalled has risen sharply over recent months. The primary culprits are food recalls stemming from allergens and the Listeria bacteria, though defective drugs and medical…
read moreA questionable practice in the medical field has led to serious injuries and fatalities across the nation. Teleradiology and the lack of communication it encourages may lead to critical medical…
read morePet owners should be aware of the triggers that can cause their pets to misbehave. Halloween suffers from a notoriously high incidence of dog bites. When masked children come to…
read moreUsing some of the authority granted to them in the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has empowered inspectors at the border to stop shipments…
read moreSPHINX IS HERE! On Friday, October 7, Panter, Panter & Sampedro, P.A. welcomed SPHINX to its law offices in Pinecrest, Florida. The colorful pooch is not just for show; he…
read moreA Saturday crash that killed four and injured three others has prompted Florida Highway Patrol officers to urge drivers to take a greater interest in safe driving practices. The fatal…
read moreThe Centers for Disease Control and prevention conducts a phone survey every year to gauge how frequently people drink and drive. According to that survey, and to data collected by…
read moreIn 2003, Florida overhauled its medical malpractice laws. Lawmakers claimed that the changes would reduce insurance costs for medical providers and make health care more affordable. While the changes certainly…
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