Statewide rules on Uber, Lyft and other ridesharing services went into effect earlier this month, after Gov. Rick Scott agreed to create uniformity as it relates to the services, which had previously been regulated by a patchwork of local statutes. The new law went into effect July 1st. HB 221…
A recent news article from the Miami New Times takes a look at the five worst intersections in the city for bike crashes. While we are not going to focus on the specific intersections for the purpose of the blog, it is interesting to see how they are spread out…
CBS Local Miami reports tennis legend Venus Williams is allegedly at-fault in a car accident that resulted in the death of a 78-year-old man. This fatal accident occurred at an intersection in Palm Beach Gardens. It’s important to bear in mind, however, that a final determination of fault may ultimately rest…
When a pedestrian is hit by a car the result is often horrific. The pedestrian has no protection and is being hit by a moving object that weighs thousands of pounds. Even at slow speeds, there is so much mass and energy being transferred to the pedestrian that is like…
If you are the victim of a serious car accident, you likely suffered many different types of harm. There is an emotional toll taken when you are the victim of serious car accident in South Florida. This can include the shock caused during the accident and the mental anguish during…
Many people enjoy riding motorcycles, and the state of Florida is great place to ride. The weather is nice most of the year, and there is no shortage of open roads with incredible coastal views and other breathtaking scenery in the Sunshine State. However, there is also no question that…
In the state of Florida, the law requires all drivers with Florida license plates (a car registered in the state of Florida) to have a car insurance liability policy. It is illegal to drive without insurance. It should be noted that while the law only requires cars registered in Florida…
We often use the terms car “accident.” However, in reality, the term crash would probably be more appropriate. The reason for this is because when we think of an accident in the non-legal sense, we tend to think of something that just happens and can’t be avoided – something that is…
Anyone familiar with West Palm Beach or other South Florida cities knows what a canal is. These are man-made drainage trenches controlled by Utilities and Drainage Districts, and they are there to alleviate flood risks and also for irrigation. They are often fenced-off and are known for being home to alligators. From…
When you are injured in a serious crash, it’s important not to negotiate with the at-fault driver’s insurance company until you have spoken with an injury attorney. Victims of major auto accidents may be entitled to a substantial amount of damages, and signing off too early could result in forfeiting…