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Defective Truck Parts Can Cause Accidents

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When commercial vehicles, like semi-trucks, collide with smaller passenger cars, the results are almost always devastating. Unfortunately, many of these kinds of accidents could have been prevented if the truck driver or his or her employer had taken the proper precautions when it came to vehicle maintenance. Failing to inspect the brakes and tires… Read More »

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Florida’s Car Accident Reporting Requirements

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In Florida, drivers who are involved in car accidents are obligated to take certain steps, including remaining at the scene of the crash. There are severe repercussions for failing to abide by these rules. For instance, by leaving the scene of an accident, a driver could endanger an accident victim, who could have benefited… Read More »

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A Guide To Safe Driving In Wet Conditions

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The rainy season is officially underway in many parts of Florida, leaving drivers to navigate the roadways in sometimes dangerous conditions. While it’s best to stay off the roads in these situations, doing so isn’t always possible, in which case, drivers should keep the following tips in mind in their efforts to avoid causing… Read More »

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Who Pays For A Victim’s Medical Bills After A Florida Pedestrian Accident?

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A pedestrian who was struck by a car could sustain potentially life-threatening injuries and, even after receiving treatment, could suffer from permanent disability. In fact, this occurs in the majority of pedestrian-vehicle cases, where pedestrians, unlike motorists, have little protection from impact. This can result in catastrophic injuries and hefty medical bills. Common Pedestrian… Read More »

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Florida Lawmakers Reduce Statute Of Limitations For Personal Injury Cases

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In late March, House Bill 837 officially went into effect, resulting in sweeping tort reform across the state of Florida. While the new law changed a variety of longstanding state laws, one of the most important involved a reduction of the statute of limitations for the filing of personal injury lawsuits from four to… Read More »

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New Tort Reform Law In Florida Changes Negligence Standard

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When it comes to personal injury cases, courts have long held that an accident victim’s actions can affect how much he or she can recover in compensatory damages. Each state, however, typically adheres to its own standard when determining at what point a person will be barred from recovery. Prior to the recent changes,… Read More »

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New Tort Reform Law Changes What Kinds Of Medical Bills Are Admissible At Trial

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Last month, Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 837 into law, instituting a number of sweeping changes to tort law across the state of Florida. One of these changes limits the types of evidence that plaintiffs can use when attempting to prove damages for their injury-related medical treatment, whether those payments are for past or… Read More »

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Side Airbags Can Cause Serious Injuries

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Frontal airbags have been required in all new vehicles since the late 1990’s, but in recent years more and more manufacturers have also started installing side airbags in newer models. These devices go a long way towards preventing occupants from sustaining serious injuries in the event of a crash. In fact, some reports reveal… Read More »

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Did You Suffer An Airbag Burn?

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Required in all new passenger vehicles since 1999, front airbags are one of the most important safety innovations in recent years, providing critical cushioning for occupants during crashes. In fact, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) estimates that front airbags have reduced driver fatalities by 29 percent and fatalities of front seat passengers… Read More »

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How Florida’s Tort Reform Bill Could Affect You

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At the end of March, Florida’s Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 837 into law. The tort reform law has officially gone into effect and will impact civil cases across the state. Read on to learn more about how the new tort reform bill could affect your own legal claim. What is House Bill 837? … Read More »

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