The federal hours-of-service (HOS) regulations limit the number of hours commercial truck drivers can spend behind the wheel. Unfortunately, violations of these regulations are not uncommon. Regardless of how long a commercial driver has been behind the wheel, if fatigue plays a role in a commercial truck accident, this can […]
Fires are among several potential safety risks associated with various types of defective products. If you or a loved one was badly burned in a fire involving a defective product, you may be entitled to financial compensation under Florida law. Filing a claim starts with hiring an experienced Florida product […]
Even though cars, trucks, and SUVs are getting safer, car accidents are still a leading cause of death in the United States. Lane-keeping assistance and other safety technologies are far from perfect, and driver negligence is still a major concern. When families lose loved ones in fatal accidents, hiring an […]
If you got hit by a driver who was working at the time of the accident, you could have a claim against the driver’s employer. As a general rule, employers can be held liable for their employees’ negligence on the job under Florida law. But, to hold the driver’s employer […]
If you were injured in a car accident on the highway, your legal rights depend on the severity of your injuries, among other factors. If any of your injuries qualify as “significant” or “permanent” under Florida law, you may be entitled to full compensation for your injury-related losses. Determining your […]
When you request a rideshare after a late night out, you probably believe you are making the safest choice. You check the license plate, verify the driver’s name, and get into the vehicle, trusting that the rideshare company has thoroughly vetted the person behind the wheel. But if you are […]
Apartment and condo residents in Florida can sue their buildings’ owners for slips, trips and falls in various circumstances. Most claims involve failure to adequately maintain common areas, though residents may also be able to file other types of claims. Our Florida personal injury lawyers help apartment and condo residents […]
After an accident or injury, most people are not thinking about legal strategy. They are focused on their health, bills, family, and trying to get life back to normal. Unfortunately, small mistakes made early on can have a major impact later. I’m sharing five of the most common mistakes I […]
In Florida, neighborhood residents can file personal injury claims against their homeowners’ association (HOA) when their HOA is responsible for their injuries. Common grounds for filing personal injury claims against HOAs include negligent property maintenance and negligent repairs. Our Florida personal injury lawyers handle claims against HOAs at no out-of-pocket […]
When someone in Florida is injured in a car accident or due to a medical mistake or some other situation caused by another person’s negligence, then a personal injury lawyer can help the injured person receive compensation for the harmful effects. The compensation is generally referred to as “damages.” A […]
