When it comes to most legal cases, both civil and criminal, there are three words that every victim should be aware of: statute of limitations. These words can make a large difference on whether you receive fair and just compensation, or you get left...
By now, everyone knows that drinking and driving is a reckless and dangerous act. Yet many people continue to choose to get behind the wheel after a few hours of partying. The NHTSA reports that there are almost 30 people in the U.S. who die in drunk...
Automobile defects are more common than people think. Earlier this year, Subaru, Tesla, BMW, and Volkswagen were among several auto manufacturers who issued a recall to replace potentially deadly airbag inflators made by Japanese company Takata Corp....
Florida is known far and wide for its beautiful weather in all seasons. This is what makes it such a popular destination for those who love the outdoors. The temperate climate makes it easy to take a ride in the open air on a bike or motorcycle, but...
Florida roads are busy – among the busiest in the nation. And while safety measure have come a long way over the years, the fact is that we are still far away from being able to completely avoid accidents. Any kind of accident can cause serious injur...
In the United States, every seven seconds a person gets hurt at work. For most of us, a minor accident at work will be covered by our employer’s workers’ compensation program. However, what happens if your injuries exceed the amount and time allotted...
If you’ve been hit by one of these careless drivers, the very first thing you need to do is determine the injuries of your passengers and yourself. If you or your passengers are severely injured, you need to seek medical attention immediately. Howeve...
When an auto manufacturer or the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) discovers that a manufactured part or engineering design creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet the minimum safety standards they typically i...
Imagine you are running errands and without notice you see someone coming at you and they do not see you because they are texting. What happens now? If you are hit by a driver who is texting on their phone, it falls under Florida’s distracted driving...
It is your right to work in a safe place. If you are working with toxins, your employer is required to give you information on all chemicals you may be exposed to and their potential side effects. This information also should state the chemical’s use...
Being hurt in a Florida accident of any kind can be one of the most complex, difficult things that you will ever have to deal with. Not only will it directly impact your physical wellbeing, but it can have a huge influence on your ability to remain f...
Florida is one of the most heavily populated states in the nation, with millions of residents calling it home. But it’s also one of the most heavily visited, and every year millions more visit for the beaches, theme parks, and more. And while resid...
In our 30 years of practicing law in Southwest Florida, we have seen it time and time again. An innocent person is driving, gets hit by another driver, and is severely injured. Then when it comes time to file a claim, they learn the other driver does...
When you’re hurt in an accident, it can be hard to know just what steps you need to take next. Finding medical help is the immediate, obvious step to take first. But after that, you’ll need to find an attorney – especially if your injuries were cause...
When you’re hurt in an auto accident, it’s not always easy to know what to do. If you’re hurt, seeking medical attention will be a natural first step. But aside from that, getting back on your feet often means that you need to take the time to connec...
Florida is a big state, with a huge population. And accidents can happen throughout the state’s borders, leaving those who are hurt struggling to make a full recovery. While medical professionals will be vital for helping you get the kind of physical...
Even though you are the victim of the car accident, the burden of proof will fall on you. You’ll have to prove that the other driver was negligent, their negligence caused an accident, and that accident caused your injuries. Proving injury can be don...
Getting into an auto accident is traumatic enough, but imagine how tough it would be if you were vacationing with your family or on a business trip out of your home state? If you’ve gotten into an accident out of state, you may not know where to turn...
