If you’re injured in an accident caused by the negligence of someone else, you have the right to sue for the damages you’ve suffered. But what if the accident leads to someone’s death? Who has the ability to seek justice for the wrongful death? If the injury proves to be fatal, the power to sue goes to someone else. What is a wrongful death accident? Wrongful death is … [Read more...]
4 Surprising Ways You Can be Held Liable for an Accident
When you think of being held liable after an accident, your mind probably goes to traffic violations and fender benders, but liability can take many shapes and forms. Here are four strange ways that you can be held liable should an accident occur. 1. Dog Bites Having a fence and a warning sign isn’t enough in the state of Florida to escape liability if your dog attacks … [Read more...]
How to Calculate Pain & Suffering After an Accident
Placing a value on the pain and suffering experienced after an accident is easier said than done. It’s difficult to put a price on some of the most debilitating damages you can experience, and it certainly isn’t as easily calculated as medical bills. However, legally, it’s possible. Here are some tips for calculating your pain and suffering after an accident. 1. Document, … [Read more...]
Jet Ski Accidents: Dangers, Liability & Florida Law
In May, two people passed away after a jet ski accident near the Tampa Courtney Campbell Causeway. The two jet skis collided, causing both individuals to experience fatal injuries. As with traditional vehicles, jet ski operators can drive recklessly and cause serious harm to themselves or others. On the water, there are no lanes to keep everyone in line, and when … [Read more...]
Florida Helmet Laws for Motorcycles, Scooters & Bicycles
Motorcycle and bicycle injuries can cause severe damage to riders, and that damage can easily be multiplied if a helmet isn’t part of the equation. Florida’s motorcycle helmet laws have changed many times over the years, but according to current Florida law the state doesn’t have a mandatory helmet law — at least for those over the age of 21. Similar laws are put in place … [Read more...]