Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) indicates that any driver that has a blood alcohol concentration above 0.08 cannot operate a motor vehicle in the state of Florida legally. In fact, Florida Statutes §316.193 articulates the penalties for drivers in Florida that make the decision to operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Those arrested …
Street signs and the rules of the road are in place to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and other parties safe while out and about. Failing to yield while on the road may seem like a small violation of the law – until it results in significant damages. If another driver involved in the accident may …
Getting frustrated while on the road is part and parcel of driving down busy streets. No one, however, is compelled to act on those aggressive feelings. If someone does, then they choose to put every other driver on the road at risk. Florida Statute §316.1923 defines aggressive driving as “committing two or more of the …
Many nursing home residents are placed in care because they need round-the-clock assistance and medical attention. Unfortunately, the vulnerability of these residents often makes them targets of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), as many as one in 10 people over the age of 60 have experienced elder abuse. …
Car accident victims can be left searching for answers. You may be wondering how you will pay for your medical bills, damaged vehicle, and how your family will make ends meet while you recover from your injuries. You may not have to shoulder these costs alone. If someone else caused your accident, you may be …
Every day, Daytona Beach residents and guests rely on buses to transport them safely to work, school, shopping, and the beach. While many of these trips begin and end safely, some do not. If you were injured in a bus accident and are wondering how you will pay for medical care and other expenses, it …
Recovering damages from the liable party after a bicycle accident can be difficult, especially if you are recuperating from severe injuries. Florida has complicated negligence and liability laws that may leave you with more questions than answers. A Daytona Beach bicycle accident lawyer may be able to help you seek compensation for medical expenses, property …
If you put your trust in one or more medical professionals whose actions ultimately caused you harm, then you may be the victim of medical malpractice. You may call a lawyer to assess your case if you have suffered because of a medical error or another type of malpractice. You may also have reason to …
Class action lawsuits are for multiple plaintiffs who have suffered losses under similar circumstances to take legal action against a defendant. These types of lawsuits generally allow plaintiffs to share legal resources, and they could be a cost-effective, time-saving way for you to obtain justice for harm and injuries that you or a loved one …
Whether you were injured as a rider on a bus, a motorist or passenger in a vehicle struck by a bus, or in another bus-related traffic accident, you may be able to obtain compensation for your accident-related losses. If you hire an Orlando bus accident lawyer to help you pursue compensation, then you may be …
A collision between a bus and one or more cars can have catastrophic results. If a bus strikes a car, its size and weight can significantly damage the smaller vehicle and cause devastating injuries to the driver and passengers inside. People riding in the bus may also suffer injuries as they get thrown about the …
With its sunny weather nearly every day, Brevard County is an ideal place for bicycle riding. Large numbers of cyclists on the roads alongside cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles make accidents a common occurrence. A collision between a bicycle and a larger vehicle can result in severe, even catastrophic, harm to the cyclist, such as …
When people decide to move a loved one into a nursing home, they do so because they cannot provide the type and quality of care their family member needs. Relatives hope and expect that their loved one will receive quality care from well-trained and attentive staff. They expect their relative will receive appropriate nutrition, necessary …
Class action lawsuits allow the victims of injustice to consolidate their legal claims into a single filing, according to the Legal Information Institute (LII). It is possible that you have even received an email or letter regarding a class action lawsuit in the past. At times, victims of wrongdoing on a mass scale do not …
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries, lost property, or suffered in any way from a ridesharing accident, there is a Fort Lauderdale ridesharing accident lawyer available to help. While ridesharing can be an effective method of transportation, it can also be dangerous, as you are trusting a stranger to abide by the …
Police officers pull over drivers for a variety of reasons, but sometimes, things do not go as planned. When a vehicle refuses to pull over as directed by the police, a dangerous chase can ensue. Police chases are not only dangerous for those directly involved; they also pose a threat to the safety of everyone …
Hit and run accidents can vary in severity from denting an unoccupied parked car to severe or fatal injuries when a motorist who causes an accident resulting in harm to others then unlawfully leaves the crash site. Leaving the scene of an accident is illegal under Florida law. Statistics from the AAA Foundation for Traffic …
Commercial transportation is the backbone of our economy. Trucks transport many consumer goods from Point A to Point B. While professional truck drivers do their best to ensure that they drive safely and responsibly, accidents with other vehicles do happen. Vehicle crashes involving commercial motor vehicles can result in severe injuries, property loss, and devastating …
Florida is an excellent state for motorcycle riding. It has many flat open roads that appeal highly to motorcyclists, and it’s a great way to view the beautiful landscape of the state. An avid motorcyclist has numerous Florida-based motorcycle clubs that they could join depending on one’s interests. However, due to its popularity with motorcyclists, …
Accidents caused by a driver who failed to yield can produce significant damages. Drivers who try to beat a stoplight, ignore a traffic sign or otherwise fail to yield put themselves and others at risk of severe personal injury and property damage. If you or a loved one were involved in a failure to yield …
