Strict Liability vs. Negligence in Florida Dog Bite Cases

Dog bite incidents can be distressing for both victims and dog owners alike. When it comes to determining responsibility in such cases, Florida has specific laws and legal standards that play a crucial role in deciding who should be held accountable for the actions of a dog that causes harm to another person, specifically “strict […]

I’ve Decided To File A Lawsuit – Now What?

The Difference Between A “claim” And A “lawsuit” Many of the people who seek help from the attorneys at our firm are facing a situation that they’ve never been in before. They’ve been in an accident. They’re injured. Some of them have already been in contact with insurance company representatives; people trained in tactics to […]

Distracted Driving – Be Smart With Your Smartphone

How many people do you know who don’t own a smartphone? Chances are, very few. These powerful mobile devices have become ubiquitous in the U.S. According to a recent study by the Pew Research Center, 77% of Americans own one. Just six years ago, it was 35%. Gone are the days where phones were primarily used […]

The Pains Of Social Media After An Accident

We hear it all of the time: “My page is set to private” or “I don’t see what the big deal is about posting on Facebook.” The reality is, when you have a personal injury claim, everything that you do is heavily scrutinized by insurance adjusters and defense attorneys with one goal – limiting the amount […]

Mandatory Bodily Injury Legislation Filed

Sen. Tom Lee of Tampa and Rep. Erin Grall of Vero Beach have filed legislation to have Florida join 48 other states that require motorists to carry bodily injury insurance. The bodily injury requirement would replace the mandate that forces drivers to carry $10,000 in PIP coverage, whether they need it or not. Florida’s auto […]

What Are My First Steps In Pursuing A Premises Liability Claim?

It can happen at any moment: suddenly you are injured and rushed to the hospital because of someone else’s negligence. Home and business owners need to take precautions to protect the safety of those on the premises. A fall, slipping or tripping, a dog bite, swimming pool accident, unsafe walkway or stairs, inadequate security, malfunctioning […]