Posted in General on July 31, 2018
We all know the inherent dangers of drinking and driving, but what about driving when drowsy? Can being sleepy behind the wheel really be as dangerous as operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs of alcohol? Here’s what you need to know about the dangers of drowsy driving and how you can protect yourself… read more
Posted in Drunk Driving on July 11, 2018
Most of us know operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs and alcohol is dangerous. Alcohol-related crashes are often deadly or can lead to permanently disabling injury. Why, exactly, are drunk drivers so dangerous to everyone else? Here’s what you need to know about the dangers they pose, as well as how you… read more
Posted in Bike accidents on July 1, 2018
Tampa Bay is a notoriously dangerous area for bicyclists and pedestrians. In 2017, Tampa Bay maintained its status as one of the most deadly metro areas in Southern Florida for vulnerable road users, with more than 100 pedestrian deaths and 22 bicyclist deaths. In 2016, Smart Growth America found the seven most dangerous metropolitan areas… read more
Posted in car accident on June 21, 2018
Hillsborough County has some of Florida’s busiest roadways, with thousands of commercial trucks, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians passing through every day. Unfortunately, heavy traffic often translates into a large number of collisions. In 2016, Hillsborough County recorded 27,660 crashes. Some roads in Hillsborough County are more dangerous than others, according to crash data. Being… read more
Posted in Medical Malpractice on June 10, 2018
Certain elements must exist for a patient to file a suit against a doctor or hospital. Not every incompetent doctor or undesirable health outcome gives patients grounds for medical malpractice claims. Florida’s medical malpractice laws state how, when, and why a patient can bring an injury claim against a physician. Medical malpractice in Florida has… read more
Posted in General on June 1, 2018
AirBnB in Florida Consumer’s Guide to Legality, Safety, and Liability In the wake of the sharing economy, short-term rental sites such as Airbnb have flourished. They’ve been especially successful in Florida, providing a viable source of supplemental income for homeowners and a competitive alternative to hotels for tourists. But despite the positives, Airbnb largely remains… read more
Posted in personal injury on May 31, 2018
In 2016, 4,463 boating accidents occurred throughout the United States. Recreational boating accidents took 701 lives, injured 2,902 others, and caused around $49 million in property damages. Tampa Bay is a prime destination for boaters in Florida and around the country. Tampa’s waterways see a surge in boating activity in the spring and summer months… read more
Posted in General on May 1, 2018
In 2016, 3,450 Americans died in accidents involving distracted drivers. Cell phones are arguably the most dangerous forms of driver distraction, yet approximately 481,000 drivers are using mobile devices while driving at any given time during daylight hours. Like most states, Florida has enacted some sort of “cell phone law” restricting the use of electronic… read more
Posted in Florida Laws on April 24, 2018
Lane-splitting refers to a motorcycle driving between two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction – “splitting” the lanes. Lane-splitting is a controversial motorcycle maneuver with plenty of confusion surrounding whether or not it’s legal. California, the first state to start taking steps toward legalizing lane-splitting, has brought many to wonder about the legality… read more
Posted in Florida Laws on April 16, 2018
Many states impose “caps,” or limits, on the amount of damages a plaintiff can receive for medical malpractice. The purpose of the cap is to prevent lawsuits from impeding a healthcare center’s ability to help patients, as well as to discourage fraudulent medical malpractice claims by limiting how much a plaintiff can win. If you… read more
