Distracted Driving Continues to Cause Problems in Florida
In many states, using a cell phone for texting while driving has been deemed illegal. Why? Because drivers cannot possibly pay full attention to the road when they are busy reading and sending text messages. This means that the risk of an accident caused by distracted driving is increased…
3 Types of Distracted Driving (and Preventing Accidents)
As any motorist will know, driving is something that requires a huge amount of concentration and involves paying constant attention to the road. Without this, you could end up risking both your own life and the lives of others when you are behind the wheel. Unfortunately, while drivers are well…
Slip and Fall in a Public Place – Who is Liable?
Every day, many people are injured as a result of slipping or falling in a public place. Some simply suffer nothing more than embarrassment and they just get up and continue with their day. However, for other people, these slip and falls can result in significant injuries that may…
Collecting Your Injury Settlement Once You Have Settled Your Case
If you have filed a claim for personal injury and it has recently been settled, the next step is to collect the money that you have been awarded as a result of the injury you sustained. Before you can receive the money, there are legal steps you and your…
Spotting Nursing Home Abuse Injuries
When we hear about nursing home abuse, we imagine horrifying instances of physical attacks against vulnerable senior citizens. However, actual physical assault makes up a small minority of nursing home abuse injuries. Instead, the majority of nursing home abuse injuries arise from neglect of the resident. Nursing home abuse and…
Injured In An Uber or Lyft Accident: Do You Have Recourse?
Ridesharing has greatly benefited the average American. It has helped reduce drunk driving, distracted driving, and created thousands of new jobs - but what happens if you are a passenger in a rideshare and your driver gets into an accident? No one wants to get in a car accident,…
What Do I Say to Insurance When Filing a Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injuries can present financial hardships. Along with visiting doctors, receiving treatments and medications for your current injury, there are also lost wages from missing work due to injury, future medical expenses and more to account for. After filing your personal injury claim, an insurance company of the person or…
3 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Dog Bites
A dog can be a great companion. However, should your dog harm others, you could be liable should the injured person decide to press charges. To help you reduce the chances of this occurring, here are three things you can do. From the outset, it’s important to stress healthy behaviors from…
Eliminate Distracted Driving with These Tips
The advancements in technology have made it easier to stay in touch via texting and social media. While it’s beneficial at times, it can represent a dangerous risk should you try this when operating a motor vehicle. In 2014, there were 431,000 people injured in car accidents resulting from…
Tips on Handling an Accident When Using Uber
Ride-sharing companies continue to be a great way for you and your friends to receive affordable transportation to your favorite Florida venues. At the same time, an occasion might arise when you are involved in an accident when in an Uber vehicle. If you find yourself in this situation, here…