Monthly Archives: March 2023
Explaining Federal & State “Hours Of Service” For Truckers
When an accident happens that involves a tractor-trailer, one of the potential causes often discussed is whether or not the trucker was violating state or federal hours of service regulations. Both the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the state of Florida (among others) have regulations governing the maximum amount of hours… Read More »
Who May Be Liable For A Commercial Motor Vehicle Accident?
Florida defines commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) as any vehicle that has more than 3 axles and/or weighs more than 26,001 pounds, among other criteria. Because of their size, CMVs cause a disproportionate amount of serious injuries and fatalities when accidents happen. However, the question of liability will differ from case to case. There are… Read More »
Can A Trucking Company Be Liable For A Tractor-Trailer Accident?
There are countless possible reasons for a tractor-trailer accident in Florida, from poorly maintained roads to driver negligence, and in many cases, factors combine. That said, one potential cause that is often overlooked is potential culpability on the part of the trucking company. Employers are generally held vicariously liable for the torts of their… Read More »
Premises Liability & Child Trespassers
Premises liability is a theory of law that states that a business or property owner can be liable for injuries suffered by a visitor to those premises. Florida law holds that most of the time, the owner is not liable for any injuries suffered by an adult trespasser. However, the situation is very different… Read More »
“Major” And “Minor” Injuries In Florida
When someone is injured in Florida due to the negligence of another person, they generally have the option to seek damages for what they have been through. However, not every injury is considered compensable – state law specifies the definition of a “major injury,” which means that an injury that does not fit that… Read More »
Truck Overturns In I-4 Collision
An accident involving a septic truck and a tractor-trailer near Kissimmee in February 2023 has left one man in critical condition after his truck struck the back of a tractor-trailer and overturned, striking a light pole before coming to a stop. A Kia Forte was also involved in the accident, though its driver was… Read More »
Jury Reaches $6M Verdict In Boca Raton Premises Liability Case
In mid-December 2022, a jury awarded $6 million in damages to a 34-year old man who sustained a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) on the premises of Boca Raton’s “beloved” Mizner Park shopping mall. The man was in the mall’s parking garage when a 15-pound ceiling panel struck him in the head, causing severe… Read More »
Why Won’t An Attorney Take My Minor Injury Case?
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another person, it is very natural to want to try and hold them accountable for what they have done. Any injury can feel like a violation, and even harm that requires only minor medical care can upend a person’s life. However, this does not… Read More »
Does Premises Liability Law Apply On Florida Cruise Ships?
After almost two years of impacted operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Tampa and all the other Florida cruise ports are back to near-normal, running a complete schedule and welcoming passengers back on board ships. Passengers are signing up in droves for the same fun experiences they experienced pre-pandemic – but they also must… Read More »
