What Rights Do Pedestrians Have in Florida?
Generally, drivers have a sense of their rights and responsibilities when they get behind the wheel of a vehicle. This knowledge comes through the driver’s education and licensing process. Less generally well known to people are the basic rights and responsibilities that come with being a pedestrian. For example, you may not be aware that […]
What Rights Do Bicycle Riders Have in Florida?
When people think of bicycles, they may not immediately regard them as ‘vehicles’ the same way they do cars, trucks, or even motorcycles. And yet, under Florida law, bicycles are indeed legally considered to be vehicles and are thus subject to many of the same laws, rights, and protections as any other vehicle. One such […]
The Importance of Documentation in a Slip and Fall Case
When someone is injured after tripping or falling on someone else’s property, documenting all evidence is critical to proving fault. This is how attorneys work to prove liability and what documentation they need to do it. Proving Liability in a Slip and Fall Case When a person is injured on someone else’s property, she may […]
Florida Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
Everyone who owns a motor vehicle has it, but most people don’t know what PIP is or how it can help you after they have been in a car accident. PIP stands for Personal Injury Protection and is required to be carried by everyone who owns a vehicle in the state of Florida. The law […]
Florida Statute of Limitations
You may have heard of the term “Statute of Limitations.” This term is commonly used to refer to a law that tells you how long you have to file a lawsuit against a person who has wronged you. In Florida, if you have been injured as the result of another’s negligence, you have four years […]
Fabre (non-party) Defendants and Trial Procedure
Trial strategy is an important part of the preparation of any claim or claims to be tried before a jury. Both Plaintiff’s attorneys and Defense attorneys must evaluate their case and determine the best possible way to present evidence to a jury so that it is understood and it creates the best chance of success […]
Sovereign Immunity and the Power of the Government
“The King can do no wrong.” That is the thinking behind the concept of Sovereign Immunity and how it applies to the Government in Florida. This entry will focus on Sovereign Immunity as it applies to people who are injured due to the negligence of the Government. Generally speaking, the State of Florida cannot be […]
Should I See a Doctor Right After an Accident?
The time immediately following a car accident can be stressful, confusing, and painful. Although many believe that seeing a doctor is only required when there is immense pain or injury, there are a number of reasons to see a doctor right after an accident, even if the pain seems manageable. Minor Car Accident Myths In […]
How to Prove Fault in a Texting and Driving Accident
At a minimum, automotive accidents can disrupt a driver’s usual routine. At worst, they can instantly alter or even end the victims’ lives. And the damages and difficulties arising from a car accident can seem all the more onerous when the at-fault driver was distracted by their smartphone. Texting or using a cell phone while […]
Stroke of Bad Luck: When Accidents Happen in The Workplace
Saint Patrick’s Day is coming up this week, leaving many of us to ponder our luck (or lack thereof) and think about what life might be like at the end of the rainbow. Unfortunately, life can throw some curveballs that are far less pleasant than a pot of gold. Accidents can happen anywhere, at any […]