Florida personal injury laws have changed in 2025, bringing updates that may significantly impact those seeking compensation after an accident. Understanding these changes is crucial if you or a loved one suffers an injury due to someone else’s negligence. Knowing how these legal shifts affect your rights can help you take the right steps if…
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…
You’re enjoying a night out with friends and family at a bar. Over the course of the evening, you have a few drinks but don’t feel intoxicated. As the night winds down, you head to your car in the bar’s parking lot. While walking, you trip over a large pothole you didn’t notice. The fall…
Traffic stops are down while traffic-related fatalities are up compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to a New York Times article. The number of cars on the road plummeted during the Covid pandemic. Many people were working from home, children were staying home from school, or otherwise remaining at home. Given fewer cars on the road,…
The Florida Department of Highways Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has well-documented the number of uninsured drivers on Florida’s roads. According to recent data, the statewide uninsured motorist rate for June 2024 is 6.37%. This is 1,038,246 of the total 16,306,173 registrations in Florida. Unfortunately, this often leaves motorists uncertain about how to recover damages….
A tragic incident unfolded at a campground and RV resort in Palatka, claiming the life of a seven-year-old boy. According to a First Coast News report, the boy was riding on an ATV behind a 32-year-old man. The driver made a sharp turn, causing the ATV to flip and eject the child into a tree…
When involved in a personal injury claim, one crucial aspect is admitting liability. If a drunk and/or distracted driver hits you, they may readily admit fault. What are the implications of their admission for your claim? If you are a victim of a drunk driving accident, you may decide to pursue a personal injury claim…
Slip and fall injuries occur much more frequently than people realize. The body twists or jerks into unnatural positions, resulting in serious injury. In the process, it tears muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues in the process. The injuries from slip and fall incidents can result in substantial medical expenses and other damages like lost…
In a surprising response to hit and run incidents in Florida, legislators have introduced a proposal for the upcoming legislative session. Introduced by State Senator Jon Gruters of Sarasota, the proposed law would make it mandatory for auto repair shops to either request or complete crash reports before repairing vehicles damaged in accidents. According to…
An eleven-year-old was killed in a collision at a motocross track in Dade City outside of Tampa earlier this week. According to a report regarding the accident from the Miami Herald, the child was riding on his motorbike, went over a jump, lost control of the bike, crashed and then fell off the bike. When…
