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Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become incredibly common in the last decade. They offer convenience and safer alternatives to drunk driving or walking home late at night, but they also present unique challenges when it comes to liability in accidents. If you have been injured in an accident involving a rideshare driver, you…

If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident, you may wonder if it is necessary or worth it to bring in an attorney. While you will likely recover more in compensation with the help of an experienced St. Petersburg slip-and-fall lawyer, our team at Salter Healy Rivera & Heptner understands that this is nearly…

Florida is a no-fault auto insurance state, which means that each driver must carry their own personal insurance protection (PIP) coverage. That coverage typically covers your losses no matter who causes an accident. Just having PIP does not eliminate your need for other coverage or to seek out a St. Petersburg personal injury attorney. PIP…

Understanding exactly how much you may recover through a vehicle accident settlement in Florida is challenging. The reality is that no two car accident claims are exactly alike, as there are a multitude of factors that can affect the course of the case. Here, we want to review a few things you should be aware…

Florida is a no-fault insurance state, which differs from how most other states across the country handle auto insurance. If you are a Floridian, you’re likely already fairly familiar with the no-fault insurance system. If you’re not from here or if you’re thinking about moving here and are curious about the minimum car insurance requirements…

If you’ve lost somebody close to you, please accept our condolences. We know that simply clicking on these articles is not easy to do. In fact, we know that it can increase the pain you and your family are already experiencing. If you have any questions about your particular wrongful death situation, please feel free…

If you are a regular driver in and around the St. Petersburg area in Florida, you probably already have an idea of which roads and intersections you think are the most dangerous. Chances are, the roads are intersections you have in mind are probably on our list somewhere below. As we review some of the…

Accidents involving commercial trucks in Florida can result in major injuries and substantial property damage. Unfortunately, these incidents can also leave local victims struggling to recover as they battle insurance carriers and legal teams for their rightful compensation. If you have been harmed in a truck accident in Florida, understanding how liability gets determined and…

If you have injuries because someone else’s dog bit you, it’s time to understand how Florida’s dog bite laws can affect you. These claims are not quite the same as traditional injury cases, as there are specific laws in place revolving around dog bite incidents. Here, we want to review the state’s dog bite laws….

You put yourself into this situation, so you assumed the risk and should have to deal with the injuries or property damage that occurred. In a nutshell, that’s pretty much what the alleged negligent party or their insurance carrier are going to say when you file a personal injury claim in Florida. The “assumption of…