With the holidays come family gatherings and socializing with friends. Christmas and the New Year are a time when people are celebrating with those closest to them. But the sad reality is that drunk driving accidents injure and even kill a number of people each holiday season in Florida and across…
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The Wrongful Act Doctrine in Florida Injury Cases
Florida follows the ‘American Rule.’ Each party pays their own attorney’s fees, irrespective of whether they win or lose, unless there is some contract, statute, or court rule that says otherwise. This lets people file lawsuits without the fear of incurring excessive costs if they lose the case. The American…
Is Damage to a Prosthetic Limb Considered Property Damage or Personal Injury in Florida?
If you or someone close to you suffered prosthetic damage in an accident that was not your fault, it is important to seek the help and guidance of a skilled Miami injury attorney. We will scrutinize the facts of your case and make every effort to get you the compensation…
Common Mistakes Florida Drivers Make Behind the Wheel
Unfortunately, automobile accidents are a daily occurrence in Florida and throughout the United States. The reality is that these accidents can have long-term and serious consequences for everyone involved. If you or someone close to you has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, it is important to seek the…
Court Upholds $0 Verdict Due to Dishonesty and Conflicting Causation Evidence
Personal injury cases depend heavily on the facts of the case. These facts are typically established through witnesses, expert testimony, and documentation that supports one side’s position. If you or someone you love has been injured in an automobile accident that was caused by the recklessness of another driver, we…
Whiplash Injuries in Florida
If you or someone you know was recently involved in an automobile accident that was not your fault and are now suffering from a stiff neck or a sore neck, you may have sustained whiplash injuries. At the Law Offices of Robert Dixon, our experienced Miami whiplash attorneys can diligently scrutinize…
The “Fabre Doctrine” in Florida
When multiple parties are involved in an automobile accident, apportioning liability can be difficult. If you have been injured in a car wreck, it is important to seek the help of a skilled Miami attorney who can assess the merits of your case. You can trust that we will try…
Negligent Entrustment and Vicarious Liability in Florida
Car accidents happen all the time in Florida and throughout the United States. In most cases, the owner of the car is the person driving it. But what happens when you loan your car to someone, and they get into an accident? Under Florida law, a vehicle owner may still be…
Florida Deemed Relatively Safe for Older Drivers by Caring.com Study
The issue of whether older people should continue to drive into their old age is often a contentious one. Some older individuals are alert and independent and have no problems on the road. Others, however, display signs of risky behavior that could be considered dangerous on the road. In Caring.com’s…
Dangerous and Defective Florida Roadways
A difficult left turn, a sharp curve, or a large pothole can all be causes of serious accidents. If you or someone you know has been injured or killed due to a dangerous or defective road condition, it is important to seek the help of a skilled Miami injury attorney…