Recent Blog Posts
The Legal Requirements of Passing Another Vehicle in Florida
The desire to pass another vehicle while driving can stem from many factors. We have all ended up behind a vehicle that was going slower than we wanted to be driving. And we have also all seen a vehicle that seemed to be moving erratically that we wanted to get away from as quickly… Read More »
Rural Roads Are Not as Peaceful as They Seem
Many people view a drive on rural roads to be a time when stressful thoughts of everyday life can drift away and leave tranquility behind. Whether it’s a weekend jaunt to one of Florida’s small towns, a visit to friends, or just taking the opportunity to cruise along and enjoy the scenery, the appeal… Read More »
Understanding How Social Media Can Jeopardize Your Personal Injury Claim
Almost everyone uses some form of social media these days. To place into perspective just how common social media usage is, a whopping 68 percent of Americans reported utilizing Facebook in 2018. And we all know that this is far from the only form of social media that has gained popularity in recent years…. Read More »
Important Considerations For Proving a Slip and Fall Case
Falls happen every day. However, they can lead to especially tragic results when they occur outside of your home at a business establishment. You can suffer serious injuries that lead to you needing to pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible party. As a plaintiff in a slip and fall case, you should… Read More »
What is the Law for When a Florida Driver Must Yield the Right of Way For Left Turns?
While all accidents can cause injuries, failing to yield to another driver while attempting to make a left turn often results in some of the most severe injuries and even fatalities. The Tampa Bay Times recently reported that, according to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Wesley Chapel man was fatally injured after turning in… Read More »
Understanding How Your Personal Injury Resulting From a Car Accident Can Affect Your Life
We are all aware that car accidents happen and we all know that injuries often follow. According to the Department of Motor Vehicles, more than 395,000 car accidents happen every year in the state of Florida. Further, in 2017 alone, there were over 166,000 crashes that resulted in injuries. However, a person who is… Read More »
Avoiding a Rollover Accident
Out of all the potential accident scenarios that every driver would like to avoid, a rollover crash is inevitably one of the scariest situations that we would all like to never find ourselves experiencing. Fortunately, most of us never will. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), only about two percent of… Read More »
The Dangers of Distracted Driving and the Bill That’s Been Proposed to Regulate it
Distracted driving is risky behavior and the results of it are clearly on the minds of those in the political realm. The Palm Beach Post recently reported that what was initially a bill against cellphone use by Florida drivers has been expanded in a way that proponents claim can stop distracted driving altogether. What… Read More »
Helping Good Samaritans Avoid Becoming Victims of Car Accidents Themselves
For some people, there is a natural inclination to help another person when he or she is in distress, even if that person is a complete stranger. This kind of admirable behavior can lead to a life being saved, injuries being reduced, or even a tragedy being avoided altogether. However, in what seems like… Read More »
Understanding Semi-Autonomous Vehicle Accidents
The South Florida Sun Sentinel has reported that two federal agencies are now dispatching investigators to the scene of a recent crash involving a Tesla electric car. The car reportedly drove beneath a semitrailer that was crossing State Road 7 which resulted in the death of the driver. It is anticipated that the two… Read More »
