Because of something someone did or did not do, you’ve suffered a tragedy and lost someone that you loved. Losing a loved one is devastating enough, but when a person’s death is caused by negligence, the grief and anger are monumental. Maybe the loss was sudden due to a car or truck accident or an
What Happens During A Wrongful Death Lawsuit In Florida? For many people, it’s the worst thing that they can possibly imagine: having a loved one tragically taken from them in the prime of their lives. This can occur in a myriad of ways, but when it happens due to the actions of another person or
Palm City Woman Had BAC Three Times the Legal Limit When She Struck and Killed Motorcyclist A 24-year-old Palm City woman had a blood alcohol content nearly three times the legal limit when she struck and killed a motorcyclist with her car on September 7. The woman, Amanda McClure, and two of her friends were
A bipartisan bill proposed this week would allow state traffic engineers to decide where speed limits on Florida highways can be increased and by how much. According to an article in the Sun Sentinel, if the bill is passed, the Florida Department of Transportation will study the state’s highways and determine their safe minimum and
Can I Sue If I Was Injured on an Airplane? When people think of airplane accidents, it is likely they imagine the tragic, dramatic crashes that injure or kill many people at once. However, it is possible to become injured on an airplane that hasn’t crashed, simply through the negligence of the pilot or other
Can I Sue a Hospital for Medical Malpractice? A victim of medical malpractice can be left with heavy financial burdens from medical expenses and an inability to work. Additionally, a medical malpractice victim may be left with emotional pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life that may not have occurred had he or
Drunk Driving Accident FAQ Are drunk driving accidents common in Florida? Florida DMV records show that there were 33,625 DUI convictions in Florida in 2011. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 716 alcohol-related driving fatalities that year, which accounted for nearly 30 percent of total driving fatalities in Florida. How are
New Ban on Texting & Driving Impact Roads in Florida The long-sought ban on texting while driving goes into effect today, October 1. The new law makes texting while driving a secondary offense, meaning that a driver may only be ticketed if he or she is pulled over for other infractions. Additionally, the law provides
In some personal injury cases, it may be necessary to file your claim against a government entity. Personal injury claims against the government may include accidents with some forms of public transit, such as a municipal bus. Slip and fall incidents at a government agency and dangerous roads also examples of when a personal injury
What Should I Do if I Need to File a Personal Injury Claim In Florida? The first thing you need to do after you’re injured is to seek medical attention. Failing to get proper medical attention after an accident can sometimes reduce the number of damages you can recover. It is up to you to
