Each year, too many people in Florida are seriously injured or even killed in accidents involving 18-wheelers and other big trucks. While it is assumed these accidents mostly happen out on the open road, many of the worst 18-wheeler accidents in Florida occur when the truck is attempting to make a turn on a narrow […]
What Should I Do If I’m Injured on Someone Else’s Property?
Owners have an obligation of care toward the people who lawfully visit their home, property or business. This includes protecting their visitors from harm by maintaining a safe environment. When they are negligent in this care, say for failing to mop up a wet floor and a visitor becomes injured, Florida’s premise liability laws give […]
I Was Injured In A Florida Auto Accident And The Driver Of The Other Vehicle Wasn’t Its Owner. Who’s Liable For My Damages?
If you were injured in an auto accident in Florida that wasn’t your fault, you can recover compensation for the damages caused by your injuries by filing a personal injury claim with the other driver’s insurance company. However, what happens when you discover after the accident that the driver of the other vehicle wasn’t its […]
Pay Attention: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
There are too many people being injured or killed in Florida due to distracted driving. According to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department, there were 48,488 distracted driving related accidents across the state in 2020. These accidents caused 2,747 serious bodily injuries and 299 deaths. To shine a spotlight on the problem, the […]
How Do Pre-Existing Conditions Affect My Lakeland Car Accident Claim?
Medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering are just a few of the damages you could endure after being injured in an auto accident in Lakewood, Florida. Fortunately, state laws give you the right to seek compensation for these damages from the person(s) responsible for your injuries. With the help of a car accident […]
Amazon Truck Accidents in Florida: Who Can Be Held Liable?
Starting out as an online seller of used books, Amazon has grown to become one of the biggest shopping sites in the world. You can buy just about anything off Amazon and have it delivered directly to your home or business. That’s because Amazon has gotten into the delivery game — sending packages directly from […]
Can Dash Cam Footage Help My Car Accident Case?
Dashboard-mounted cameras or “dash cams” are an increasingly popular way for motorists in Florida, and across the U.S., to record their travels and adventures out on the road. They can also provide important evidence if the driver is involved in an accident. Without Evidence, You Don’t Have a Case If you’ve been injured in an […]
Keeping Our Roads Safe: The Importance of Defensive Driving in Florida
Why is it so important to be a defensive driver in Florida? You may not realize it, but you put yourself in danger every time you get behind the wheel of a car. Distracted drivers, impaired drivers, poor road conditions, and adverse weather are just a few of the potential hazards Florida drivers face while […]
Who is at Fault in a Winter Haven Crosswalk Accident?
If you were injured by a careless motorist while using a crosswalk to get from one side of the street to another, Florida state law gives you the right to seek compensation for the damages caused by your crosswalk accident injuries, including medical expenses, economic losses, and pain and suffering. In addition to sharing the […]
These “Fails” Could Cost You Big After Being Injured in a Lakeland Slip and Fall Accident
Slippery walkways, broken sidewalks and pavement, poorly maintained stairwells, unclean and littered floors, poorly lit hallways, and obstructions are just a few of the causes of slip and fall accidents in Florida. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in Lakeland or other Central Florida community caused by the negligence of a […]
