Year: 2018
A year ago, Electronic Logging Devices became federally mandated in every commercial trucking vehicle. Unlike paper logs, these electronic devices keep perfect track of how long truck drivers operate behind the wheel. This prevents unscrupulous trucking companies and drivers from altering the written log books and violating federal law. Currently, the law mandates that drivers are only…
Florida is a no-fault insurance state, which means that in the event of an auto accident, both parties must file a claim with their respective insurance provider regardless of fault. That’s not to say that fault is irrelevant in the Sunshine State. If your accident included a “no-doubt liability” action, then you could be awarded…
Slip and fall accidents are quite common throughout Florida. These accidents can happen anywhere, including residential and commercial properties as well as government properties. A slip and fall accident case can be difficult to win because you need to prove fault as the victim. There’s a lot of evidence that needs to support your claims…
Finding fault in a Florida car accident is essential to receiving maximum damages from a personal injury lawsuit. In some states, you only have to prove a reasonable amount of fault to be considered the victim. Florida is not one of them. If the party that struck you is fully at fault, then you are…
Uber and Lyft represent the brilliance of forward-thinking technology companies. The two ridesharing giants also display aspects of negligence common with many companies. Many adults may not think about Uber or Lyft’s policy or negligence deficiencies as long as the ridesharing services provide a safe journey for them and their kids. Now, Uber and Lyft…
Check the news in any of Florida’s metropolitan areas and you’ll find a report on a recent motorcycle accident. Each year, Florida sees over 10,000 motorcycle accidents. While some of these crashes lead to minor injuries, a significant amount lead to serious injuries or fatalities. When you know why accidents are so common in Florida,…
No matter how safely you drive, you can’t always prevent an accident. An intoxicated driver can leave property damage, injuries, and even fatalities in their wake. In some cases, a single driver can completely shut down a highway with the damage they cause. In September of 2018, a driver heading southbound on I-275 lost control…
In September of 2018, a father experienced every parent’s worst nightmare: being involved in the death of their child. Fifteen-year-old Hayden Schreyer was on a boat with his father and six other passengers in the Kemp Channel area. When his father lost his balance, tragedy struck. Teen Dies After Fall As Jason Schreyer was piloting his…
Following Hurricane Irma, the temperatures in a Hollywood Hills nursing home soared to 99 degrees, which is 18 degrees higher than federal regulations allow. This ultimately resulted in the deaths of 13 people who were living there. Residents of the nursing home struggled for 62 hours in the oppressive heat, and at least four out…
Elder abuse is a serious issue across the United States. In fact, it’s estimated that as many as five million senior citizens are abused each year. Many cases go unreported, since many people in this vulnerable demographic have limited access to outside help and resources, and victims often worry that reporting the abuse or neglect may lead…