What You Need to Know Before Riding a Scooter in Downtown Tampa
These Spin Scooters recently popped up on the sidewalk a block away from our office, but before we hopped on to tour the city, we had some questions for our lawyers. Then we figured why not share the answers with our followers on social media who may not have the “luxury” of sitting next to… read more
8 Motorcycle Visibility Tips
Florida’s sunshine makes it a great place to ride motorcycles. However, because there are so many motorcyclists in our state, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that we also have the most motorcycle fatalities in the nation. Although motorcyclists account for only seven percent of Florida motorists, 19 percent of all fatal accidents… read more
Personal Injury Lawsuits – The Definition of Loss of Consortium
In Florida and many other states, loss of consortium is a legal phrase associated with personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. Loss of consortium is a cause of action that family members of a person who is permanently injured or killed as a result of another party’s negligence may pursue. A surviving spouse, parents, children or… read more
Driver and Student Injured in Orlando School Bus Accident
On Wednesday, February 5th, a school-bus driver and one student suffered minor injuries as their bus crashed into a backhoe from behind in east Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The school bus was from Timber Creek High School. It had been traveling northbound on Alafaya Trail close to 1:40pm when it rear-ended… read more
Understanding Florida Premises Liability
Florida homeowners, private property owners, and commercial property owners are subject to liability provisions under premises law. All Florida residents share certain common responsibilities for the general safety of any person who enters their property including a home, retail store, or office. Homeowners and landowners are responsible for maintaining the conditions of each square foot of… read more
What Could Mandatory Bodily Injury Coverage Mean for Florida Drivers?
Updated on October 16, 2023 Florida drivers are required to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage as part of their auto insurance policy under the state’s no-fault system. However, many lawmakers feel Florida is long overdue for an alternative to the no-fault system. In 2013, Florida legislators examined the possibility of eliminating PIP coverage. The… read more