Dram Shop Laws in the State of Florida
Updated on October 11, 2013 A dram shop law or statute is a term associated with liability for injuries caused by drunk drivers. Many states have enacted a dram shop law, but limitations and conditions vary from one state to the next. In general, dram shop laws refer to the idea that establishments which serve… read more
Complaints Against Lawyer Referral Services
Ft. Lauderdale-based 411-PAIN is once again among the topic of controversy surrounding Florida-based, for-profit lawyer referral services. State Farm recently initiated a suit against 1-800-ASK-GARY with allegations of fraud and deceptive practices. The suit is once again bringing scrutiny upon lawyer referral services as a whole in the state of Florida. 411-PAIN, a competitor of… read more
Tips for D.I.Y. Automotive Safety Inspection
Updated on October 11, 2023 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. The purpose of these inspections is to prevent the owners, driver and passengers from being injured if something goes wrong. Inspections also help keep… read more
Recovering Lost Wages after an Automobile Accident
Updated on October 11, 2023 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… read more
DUI Manslaughter Suspect Arrested Five Months Later
Updated on October 11, 2013 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, 2013. Five months and a week later, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office arrested Christopher Moffitt – the man they say was… read more
Orlando Motorcyclist Killed in Ocala Motorcycle Accident
Updated on October 11, 2013 A motorcyclist lost his life on Friday, February 28th 2013 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… read more