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Prior to the 19th century, wrongful death and survivor statutes did not exist. Back then it was only the injured person who could bring forth a legal claim (“tort”) for any wrongdoings done against them. The family or heirs of a person who died as a result of another person’s negligence, carelessness, or intentional act […]

If you live in Florida and you have a driver’s license, you probably already know that our state has a lot of angry people on the road. However, you likely aren’t completely aware of the magnitude of the problem. Following an inside look at data from D.C.-based non-profit Gun Violence Archive, Tampa Bay’s ABC affiliate, […]

Every responsible policyholder expects that their insurance provider will uphold their promise of responding to claims fairly and promptly. Nevertheless, it’s not uncommon for insurers to break the rules when settling legitimate claims that ought to be covered. When an insurance agent or company fails to act as it is contractually obliged, it is said […]

2017 marked the ninth consecutive year of rising year-end travel, with some 97.4 million people driving on a trip, and there’s no indication of a change in 2018. What’s more, Orlando, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale all landed in AAA’s top 10 holiday travel destinations. Combine the 14 million licensed drivers on Florida roadways every day […]

Most toys are made with both fun and safety in mind. Toy manufacturers understand that the way to stay in business is to create products that provide parents with peace of mind and children with countless hours of enjoyment. Sometimes mistakes are made, though. Perhaps someone didn’t really think things through at the design level. […]

Are you looking to buy your teen their first car? It’s a bigger decision than you might realize. While the vehicle they drive isn’t everything, it could be the difference between them getting into a serious car accident or keeping a clean record – and teens aren’t exactly known as the safest drivers on the […]

The holiday season is here, and many people will be putting up decorative lighting here in Florida. If you’re one of them, you need to know the risks associated with holiday electrical injuries. In this post, we’re going to tell you which injuries are most common, how serious they are, and let you know what […]

Headed out to shop on Black Friday? Be careful. You probably don’t consider this shopping “holiday” especially dangerous. However, with about 90 million Americans ravenous for deals on Black Friday – causing heavy crowds and extra traffic – numerous Florida shoppers to suffer injuries every single year. In this post, we’ll cover the most common […]

If you are filing a wrongful death claim in Florida, what damages can you recover from the offender? In this post, we will explain how wrongful death works in our state, cover the various types of damages, and let you know how a skilled attorney can help you receive the compensation you deserve. Florida Laws […]

Bad faith insurance occurs when the insurer somehow fails to honor the terms of an insurance policy, acting in so-called “bad faith.” Bad faith insurance claims can become surprisingly complex, particularly when a third party becomes involved. Courts sometimes rely on precedent from prior bad faith cases to make a final judgment, meaning that high-profile […]