Understanding how Florida dog bite laws work—and how they’ve recently changed is essential after a dog bite injury. Florida already had strict liability rules for dog owners, but recent updates add more enforcement tools and responsibilities, particularly for owners of aggressive dogs. In response to a tragic 2022 attack on a Florida postal worker, lawmakers…
Staying at a vacation rental or Airbnb offers a unique and personalized lodging experience. Tourists can experience Florida while staying in a more home-like setting, as opposed to a hotel. They are very different experiences, each with its own pros and cons. While you give up the staff and conveniences of a hotel, many travelers…
Healthcare workers dedicate their lives to caring for others, but their workplaces often put them at risk. Workplace injuries in hospitals and medical settings are increasingly common, with incidents ranging from accidental falls to violent assaults. A recent attack at Palms West Hospital in Loxahatchee, Florida, left a nurse in the ICU, highlighting the dangers…
Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), also known as side-by-sides are gaining popularity across Florida roads. A proposed Florida UTV law aims to expand where these vehicles can be driven, raising concerns about road safety. Understanding UTV laws, their risks, and the proposed changes is crucial for both riders and the other motorists sharing the road with…
Last month, a Lake Worth parking lot accident sent a woman and child to the hospital. According to a news report, an SUV driver did not stop for the pedestrians as he turned. The SUV struck, and then ran over both victims, resulting in serious injuries. This unfortunate incident highlights the hidden dangers present in…
Florida drivers encounter aggressive driving so frequently that it is hardly newsworthy. A recent incident in West Palm Beach took an even more dangerous turn, as an elderly driver was arrested after threatening another driver with a gun. CBS12 reported after narrowly avoiding a collision due to an illegal lane change, the victim rolled down…
Florida consistently ranks among the worst states for car accidents. The new year seems poised to continue that trend. In the first 9 days of 2025, Florida experienced 4,317 car accidents, resulting in 17 fatalities and 2,784 injuries, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles’ Crash Dashboard. With the high rates…
The crash involving a Brightline train and a Delray Beach firetruck has been the talk of South Florida since the late December 2024 accident. As the investigation continues, the driving history of the firetruck’s driver has come into question. According to reports, after failing to complete driving school for a June 2023 accident, the court…
Headlines in South Florida are abuzz as yet another Brightline crash occurred in the final days of 2024. As with most accidents involving the Brightline train, initial reports claim the driver was trying to cross the tracks after the crossing gates lowered. In this incident, the driver was operating a Delray Beach Fire Rescue ladder…
The holiday season is a busy time on Florida’s roads, with more cars, distractions, and unfortunately, reckless driving. A recent hit-and-run accident in Boynton Beach highlights just how reckless drivers can be. According to a Palm Beach Post report, a man lost his life while pushing a wheelchair across the street early one Saturday morning,…
