Say that a driver has spent the last five years paying their car insurance on time every year. Unfortunately, they forget to pay during the sixth year, and then they get in an accident. They missed the payment date by only two days. It just slipped her mind, but now...
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Uninsured drivers are a constant threat on Florida roads
The law in Florida requires that every driver carries insurance coverage. You have to provide proof of insurance when you register your vehicle and anytime a police officer pulls you over for a traffic stop. Driving around without insurance could mean fines and other...
Have the roads become more dangerous in the last few years?
Driving is an inherently risky activity. Despite all of the safety features integrated into modern vehicles and the training that people must undergo to secure a driver's license, crashes constantly occur. Although many of these crashes are minor and only cause...
Passing a vehicle on the road can be risky
You might think that successfully passing another vehicle is no big deal. People do it countless times every day, on rural backroads and major highways. But think again. Remember everything it involves. To pass safely, you have to execute it perfectly. First, you have...
What damages can you claim in a slip-and-fall lawsuit?
The sad truth is that slip-and-fall incidents happen all the time. Sadder yet is that some slips and falls are avoidable if property owners take note of and fix potential hazards in time. Because anyone can be a victim of a slip and fall accident, it is important to...
Will airbags fully prevent an injury?
For decades now, all vehicles have generally been fitted with airbags during production. The science behind this technology is that the inflated material acts as a cushion during a collision, protecting drivers and passengers from severe injury. Does the technology...
Falls at construction sites
Falls at construction sites are a constant risk for workers. According to a 2020 report from OSHA, fatalities from falls accounted for 351 of 1,008 construction site fatalities. Furthermore, with precautions in place, these fatal falls were avoidable. In this blog...
Pets are distractions: Restrain them in your vehicle
Do you drive with your dog or cat in tow? If you like to bring your pets with you, it’s very important that those animals are secured while you’re focused on driving. Far too often, people don’t secure their pets in their vehicles. Distractions caused by those pets...
Will Florida’s punitive damages rule change affect your case?
Florida courts and lawmakers have long been known for keeping the damages that can be sought in civil suits to a minimum. Our state has a cap on punitive damages that can be awarded in a case, unless it’s found that the defendant intentionally inflicted harm. That cap...
What should you expect while recovering from a brain injury?
When you are impacted by a brain injury, there are some things that you can expect and others that will be relatively unknown until more time has passed. From the first moment you have a brain injury, you’re starting on a long road to recovery. While some minor or...