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Will your insurance go up just because you get into a crash?

You likely don't spend much time thinking about your motor vehicle insurance except for when your premium comes due. Otherwise, it's likely only something you think about if you need the protection you have paid for in your policy. Quite a few drivers in Florida don't...

The dangers of distracted driving

According to the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, over 37,000 people died in car crashes during 2017 (the most recent year with published statistics), and over 2.7 million people sustained injuries. Driving is an inherently dangerous...

What should I do after a slip-and-fall accident?

Property owners have a duty to keep their customers safe when on their premises. When they are derelict in these duties, injurious slip-and-fall accidents may occur. The actions you take after such an accident can have a significant impact on any subsequent...

What is rideshare insurance?

If you suffer an injury due to the negligent actions of a rideshare driver, you may wonder who will pay for your medical costs or other expenses since rideshare drivers are independent contractors and do not work directly for their parent companies. However, this does...

How do cruise tickets limit the liability of cruise companies?

In light of recent events involving COVID-19 and cruise ships, many passengers of the infected ships may wonder if they can sue the cruise lines for their gross mishandling of the situation. While the courts would likely hold most any other company in any other...

Do I need to prove who is at fault in a slip-and-fall lawsuit?

Florida's laws follow a pure comparative negligence standard, and you may need to provide some proof that an injury was not your fault. If a slip-and-fall accident occurs at a store or other establishment, the court may require evidence of negligence that resulted in...

Falls may cause life-changing traumatic brain injuries

In some cases, a slip-and-fall accident may cause an individual a minor injury, such as a sprained wrist or a bruise. However, falls may also cause serious injuries to an individual's brain, and these traumatic brain injuries may have consequences for months or years...

Do passing laws effectively protect bicycles?

When a motor vehicle sideswipes or doors a bicyclist, it can lead to devastating injuries for the rider of the bike. According to the NCSL, Florida is one of 32 states that requires at least a three-foot passing distance when you are driving past a bicycle. Lawmakers...

Physical therapy following a crash

Many people are injured in motor vehicle wrecks, resulting in challenges that affect them temporarily and sometimes for the rest of their lives. It is imperative for accident victims to do everything they can to recover from the crash and many benefit from physical...

What constitutes a slip and fall?

Slip and fall accidents seem relatively common when you watch commercials for lawyers on television, but it can be difficult to understand what exactly a slip and fall accident entails, and what you can sue for. Slip and fall is a very simple claim on some levels, but...

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