Tips for D.I.Y. Automotive Safety Inspection
Numerous states in the northeast require an annual vehicle safety inspection. In fact, twenty states require some form of vehicle safety and/or emissions inspection every year. Although Floridians are not required to perform this annual examination, most multi-point inspections offered by dealerships and service stations will review these basic checkpoints for you. However, dealers and… read more
Recovering Lost Wages after an Automobile Accident
If someone is involved in a motor vehicle accident, that person may be entitled to collect compensation for any time missed at work. Whether that person misses work because he/she was hospitalized or if the injuries simply prevented that person from being able to perform normal work duties, he/she may have the option to recoup… read more
DUI Manslaughter Suspect Arrested Five Months Later
Jamie Allen, a 19-year-old girl of Lake Worth known as “Kodak” for her love for photography and remembered for her infectious smile, was killed in a car crash on Feb. 4. Five months and a week later, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office arrested Christopher Moffitt – the man they say was driving. On Feb. 4, Moffitt was… read more
Orlando Motorcyclist Killed in Ocala Motorcycle Accident
A motorcyclist lost his life on Friday, February 28th when his motorcycle slammed into the back end of a pickup truck on East State Road 40 at Southeast 185th Court, according to an accident report filed by the Florida Highway Patrol. State troopers responding to the fatal traffic accident said the motorcyclist was taken by… read more
Punitive vs. Compensatory Damages in Florida Personal Injury Claims
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you are likely entitled to compensation for your injuries. Our team regularly handles Tampa personal injury claimsand we are often asked to explain the difference between punitive and compensatory damage. While both offer the plaintiff a monetary reward, they differ in purpose and… read more