Personal Injury Attorney Blog
Driving While Drowsy: Why Car Accidents Occur
In Florida, we often see and hear about speed-related automobile. However, we’re also seeing an increase in accidents caused by drivers that get behind the wheel when they are too tired to drive. Drowsy driving has become a very serious problem as many drivers are just not getting enough sleep due to demanding work and personal schedules. Each year, drowsy driving accounted for nearly 100,000 crashes, 71,000 injuries, and 1,550 fatalities,...
Florida’s 14-Day Car Accident Law
If you are in car accident in South Florida or Naples, it’s important to familiarize yourself with our 14-day law. Essentially, this law states that injured victims must seek medical treatment within 14 days of their accident, or they lose their personal injury protection (PIP) coverage for medical care from the accident. PIP coverage is often called your no-fault insurance, it covers medical expenses and some wage loss. If you have questions...
What You Need to Know About Auto Insurance in Florida
If you own a vehicle in Florida that is licensed to go on the streets (car, truck, motorcycle, golf cart or RV), you need to consider, and in some cases, you are required, to purchase insurance before registering your vehicle. In general Florida requires only Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Property Damage (PD) for a car or truck. Motorcycles do not require insurance. A golf cart does not require insurance, but slow speed vehicles...
Slip & Fall Accidents – Frequently Asked Questions
If you have slipped and fell on someone else’s property, you may be wondering about your legal rights and options. So, we thought we would answer them right here. I’ve been involved in a slip and fall accident, what do I do next? Slip and falls can occur anywhere and at any moment, regardless of age or ability. So, what should you do? First and foremost, if you’re hurt, don’t move, ask for help and wait until help arrives. If you’re not sure...
An Overview of Florida Punitive Damages
As the name suggests, punitive damages are meant to punish a defendant to force that defendant to change their behavior. But not everyone can ask for punitive damages. In fact, the requirements for eligibility are strict. Florida law allows punitive damages against a defendant only when they are guilty of intentional misconduct or gross negligence. In addition, unlike damages for simple negligence, you can bring a punitive damage claim after...