Recent Blog Posts
Rear-End Collisions and Resulting Back and Neck Injuries
According to the Insurance Information Institute, approximately 6.4 million car crashes occurred in 2017 alone, which resulted in roughly 1.9 million injuries. Although these statistics cover a number of different kinds of car accidents ranging from head-on collisions to sideswipe crashes, a large proportion of the collisions involved at least one vehicle rear ending… Read More »
Florida Drunk Driving Accidents
Despite the criminalization of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, people still continue to drink and drive, a practice that leads to an estimated 30 deaths a day in the U.S. These types of accidents can forever change the lives of those who are involved, causing serious injuries that require weeks… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court Orders Return to Daubert Evidentiary Standard
In order to demonstrate liability in civil cases, plaintiffs in Florida must submit evidence to the judge or jury that is both convincing and satisfies the necessary evidentiary standards. In prior years, the threshold that plaintiffs needed to meet was known as the Frye standard, or the general acceptance test, but after the findings… Read More »
Why are Truck Accidents so Dangerous?
While there is no question that the commercial trucking industry plays a crucial role in the functioning of our country’s economy, it is also true that sharing the road with trucks of such a massive size can be extremely dangerous. When it comes down to it, the large size and weight capacity of commercial… Read More »
Can I Still Recover Compensation for My Bicycle Accident if I Wasn’t Wearing a Helmet?
As a general rule, cyclists, regardless of age or skill, should always consider wearing a helmet while riding. This is especially true in Florida, which has a reputation for being one of the most dangerous states in the nation for cycling. Fortunately, motorists cannot bring up a cyclist’s decision not to wear a helmet… Read More »
How Avoiding Blind Spots Can Prevent Truck Accidents
Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we find ourselves involved in collisions with other vehicles, often due to the negligent or reckless conduct of another person or entity, which can be frustrating and distressing. However, this does not mean that we should refrain from taking precautions, especially around certain dangerous vehicles, such as semi-trucks, as… Read More »
When Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim?
Florida residents who are injured as a result of someone else’s negligence may have standing to file a personal injury claim against the at-fault party. If successful, these claims can result in a damages award compensating the injured party for his or her medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, this does… Read More »
What if I am Hit by an Uninsured Driver?
In Florida, all motorists are required to carry minimum liability auto insurance coverage. For instance, motorists in the state must have a policy that provides at least $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage and $10,000 in Property Damage Liability (PDL) coverage. Under state law, policyholders who are involved in accidents must first turn… Read More »
Liability for Out of State Car Accidents
Dealing with the consequences of a car accident tends to be a complicated process, as it often requires the parties to grapple with insurance claims, pay off medical bills, repair their vehicles, and undergo treatment for injuries. These issues can become even more difficult to navigate when drivers are injured in collisions in other… Read More »
Florida Enacts New Texting Ban Law
Last month, Florida lawmakers enacted a new law that makes texting while driving a primary offense, which means that law enforcement officers are now allowed to pull motorists over and issue citations solely for texting while driving. Although the law officially goes into effect on July 1st of this year, drivers found in violation… Read More »
