In most situations, bicycles are considered vehicles in the state of Florida. Bicyclists usually have the same rights and responsibilities as other motorists under state law, with the exception of on certain highways and interstates. However, we do want to review laws pertaining specifically to bike lanes and the right of way for bicyclists. Florida…
On October 1, 2023, House Bill 941 went into effect in Florida and prohibited any governmental public housing authorities in the state from banning dogs based on their breed, size, or weight. This law changed the ability of local governments to implement bans on specific dog breeds. Predictably, there are mixed feelings about this law…
When a person sustains an injury caused by the negligent actions of another party, the injury victim will typically be able to recover compensation. This could be through a settlement with an insurance carrier or as a result of a personal injury lawsuit filed against the at-fault party. However, if the at-fault party is a…
2023 has been yet another year of dangerous consumer products reaching the market. As we review some of the most dangerous products on the market in 2023, we encourage you to remain vigilant about the products in your household or business, particularly as the holidays approach. If you or somebody you care about has been…
If you or a loved one are injured or sustained property damage in a car accident caused by an uninsured driver, this could complicate the process of recovering compensation. However, Florida is a no-fault auto insurance state, so the first place individuals typically turn for compensation after a crash is their own insurance carrier. Here,…
It can be incredibly challenging to know what to do if you are involved in an accident where the other driver flees the scene. A person who leaves the scene of an accident could face serious criminal charges, but this does not necessarily help a victim who sustains injuries or property damage due to the…
After a vehicle accident occurs, there will be several steps you need to take in order to ensure the validity of your claim. You can be sure that the insurance carriers will want to speak to you fairly soon after the incident occurs. This includes not only your insurance carrier but possibly even the insurance…
Each state around the country has a method for determining how to compare negligence after a personal injury claim occurs. If more than one party was responsible for an incident, comparative negligence laws help determine who pays how much compensation and who gets how much compensation. Recently, Florida passed a tort reform law that changed…
When a person sustains an injury caused by the negligent actions of another party, they should be able to recover compensation for their losses. Personal injury claims can be challenging, and we encourage injury victims to work with an attorney who can help them move forward with their claims. Here, we want to discuss three…
Under House Bill 837, Florida’s legislature made some major changes to tort laws in the state. One change that has the potential to significantly impact personal injury victims is one that was made to the statute of limitations for filing these claims. Here, we want to review what these changes mean for individuals harmed due…