Florida personal injury cases often involve discussions about comparative negligence, especially concerning the seatbelt defense. This concept can significantly impact the outcome of a motor vehicle accident or any other injury case. Comparative negligence refers to the role the accident victim may have played in causing the accident or the degree to which their actions…
A tragic incident on Florida’s Turnpike serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of pedestrian highway safety. Florida law strictly prohibits pedestrians from crossing highways or freeways, regardless of the circumstances. Orlando’s WFTV reported that a vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian who was attempting to cross the Turnpike near the Turkey Lake rest…
According to CBS12, authorities recently closed all northbound lanes of I-95 in St. Lucie County. This closure was due to a hazardous materials crash involving a vehicle carrying dangerous substances. Traffic backed up for miles as crews cleaned the crash site. They safely disposed of the hazardous materials before reopening the highway. This incident highlights…
The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently released its annual report ranking states with the most dog bites involving postal carriers. Once again, dog bites in Florida have placed the state in the top ten. In 2023, there were over 5,800 incidents of dogs attacking mail carriers across the country. Florida, with 193 reported dog…
