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Keep Your Eyes On The Road In Florida
Auto accidents happen every day in Florida, for a variety of reasons. However, what many people are not aware of is that some car accidents are caused simply by a swerve, or a failure to maintain one’s lane. Even small movements or lapses in attention when driving a car can lead to injuries and… Read More »
Are Florida Parents Liable For Their Minor Children’s Negligence?
Normally, individuals are not held responsible for the negligent actions of third parties unless they have a special relationship, and a parent/child relationship is one of the few that qualifies. This has led to what are known as parental responsibility laws, which exist in some form in almost every U.S. state. Florida has its… Read More »
Can I Use My Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance After A Pedestrian Accident?
For several reasons, accidents involving vehicles and pedestrians are depressingly common in Florida, particularly in urban areas. If you are injured by a negligent driver while out and about, you have the right to seek monetary compensation from their personal injury protection (PIP) insurer for the damage you have suffered. However, too many drivers… Read More »
Florida Accidents Involving Passenger Buses
There are countless types of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) on Florida roads, including delivery trucks, tractor-trailers, movers’ vehicles, and all types of buses. While the majority of CMVs are driven safely and responsibly, accidents do happen, and those involving buses tend to be among the most severe. They are also among the most complex… Read More »
Tractor Trailer Accidents On Florida Roads
Tractor-trailers, also called semi-trucks or big rigs, are some of the most potentially dangerous vehicles on Florida roads. While the majority of tractor-trailers are operated safely and driven by well-trained professionals, the fact remains that unlike with automobiles, one small error on the part of the truck driver may be enough to trigger a… Read More »
Have You Been Struck By A Distracted Driver?
Whether you are in a passenger vehicle, big rig, motorcycle, or on your feet, the specter of distracted drivers on Florida roads is a disturbing one. It is easy to feel protected to the point of immortality, particularly if you have never been in a car crash before. However, a driver operating their vehicle… Read More »
Comparative Fault In Florida Car Accidents
Car accidents are all too common on Florida roads, and while there are any number of potential causes, it is generally true that far too many injuries and fatalities occur as a result of other drivers’ negligence. If you have been injured in a car accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you… Read More »
Negligence In Florida Drug Rehab Facilities
Drug rehab services and centers have become a cottage industry in southern Florida, with more and more people taking advantage of Florida’s weather while trying to conquer addiction. However, for a variety of reasons, it is difficult to regulate these facilities, and because of this, negligence and corruption have become very common. For every… Read More »
Are Parents Liable For Accidents Caused By Their Children?
In general, the younger the child, the more excuses will be made for their actions, even if they might cause harm to another person. However, most states in the U.S. do have an age by which a child is expected to know right from wrong, and thus be held responsible for any potentially dangerous… Read More »
Accidents Involving Rideshare Cars In Florida
While there have been several growing pains in establishing them in the region, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are in Florida to stay. However, this means that more cars are on the road, and accordingly, there is a higher risk of auto accidents. If you are involved in a car crash with a… Read More »