Tag Archives: Bradenton Auto Accident Attorney
Your Claim May not be Barred – Understanding the “Discovery Rule”
Victims of negligence in Hillsborough County or surrounding areas of Florida may often feel they have let too much time pass without filing suit. Relatives or other trusted friends might have told them they only have two years to file a lawsuit. Sadly, for this reason many people decide not to try. They give… Read More »
Court Finds no Dram Shop Liability for Alcohol-Related Death
As a general rule, most jurisdictions have some form of “dram shop” law. These laws say that an establishment that serves alcohol can be held liable for injuries to patrons and others who are injured due to excessive alcohol consumption. This is most commonly seen when a bartender continues to serve a patron who… Read More »
Tips to Follow After a Car Accident
As more people travel on the roads, the likelihood for a car accident is greater. With this in mind, we have put together a set of tips to consider should you have the unfortunate luck of getting into a car accident. Stop and Pull Over. Make sure that you are safe. Check on the… Read More »
Florida Auto Accidents: Changes to PIP are more complex than they seem
Home to 16 million people, Florida is known for its strong tourist economy. Florida’s population grows every winter as “snowbirds” travel south to enjoy the state’s moderate temperatures and vast and beautiful coastlines. In fact, the population can increase by as much as 20 percent each winter. While these visitors bring a lot of… Read More »
NTSB Urges Collision Avoidance Systems to Prevent Rear-End Collisions
Imagine this: after braving the crowded shopping mall in search of summer sales, you’re back in your car and about to pull out to head home for dinner. You check your rear view mirror, see that your path is clear and begin to reverse. As you back up, an impatient driver goes speeding past… Read More »
Florida “Safe Phone Zone” Campaign Hopes to Curb Distracted Driving
Have you seen the new “Safe Phone Zone” signs along the Florida Turnpike? The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recently unveiled a new campaign aimed at addressing the problem of distracted driving in Florida. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, distracted driving crashes in Florida have increased 25 percent since 2012. In a partnership… Read More »
Summer Road Trips: Safety Tips and Recommendations
According to AAA, more Americans are going to be traveling this year than last year this summer. This rise in summer travelers is even higher for residents of Florida. AAA has attributed this rise to a variety of factors, including improved employment statistics and low gas prices. If you and your family are planning… Read More »
Summer Weather Creates Dangerous Driving Conditions
Florida is now in the midst of hurricane season. According to the National Weather Service, hurricane season lasts from June 1 through November 30. While not as severe as a hurricane, rainy summer weather can still create dangerous driving conditions. According to NBC, the American Automobile Association (AAA) has issued a reminder to Florida… Read More »