Bicycle Accidents in Florida

Florida weather lends itself to a lot of outdoor activities throughout the year, including bicycle riding. Unfortunately, many cyclists are injured every year in accidents that could have been prevented. As a bicyclist in Florida, you have rights. If you are a cyclist who was injured due to the carelessness of another, you may be […]

What are Proposals for Settlement in Florida?

Every year, a number of people in Florida and throughout the United States are injured in a variety of accidents. Injured parties often file personal injury lawsuits against the at-fault party. Personal injury litigation is governed by the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure. Most personal injury cases never make it to trial. In fact, more […]

Injuries at Amusement Parks in Florida

Every year, many people visit amusement parks. The thrill of the rides coupled with good times shared with family and friends make theme parks a popular destination. Florida is home to major amusement parks, such as Disney World, Epcot, and Busch Gardens. Unfortunately, theme park rides and attractions are not always designed or maintained properly. […]

Hit and Run Standard in Florida

A recent Florida decision just made it more difficult to prove guilt in a hit and run case. Florida has a serious problem with hit and run accidents, which are those in which one of the drivers illegally leaves the scene of the crash without helping or getting help by reporting it to the proper […]

Texting and Driving Laws in Florida

Texting and driving is a huge problem in Florida and throughout the United States. Drivers who are distracted on their phones while driving often end up causing serious accidents. In an effort to combat this problem, Florida passed a law in 2013 that bans texting and driving. Florida was one of the last states to […]

Settlement Agreements in Florida Should be Crystal Clear

Auto accidents happen every day in the state of Florida and throughout the United States. Dealing with the aftermath of an accident isn’t easy, and a number of things need to be considered, such as medical expenses, legal bills, property damage, and more. While our skilled Miami injury attorneys are prepared to zealously advocate for […]

The Seat Belt Defense in Florida Accident Cases – Jones v. Alayon

Individuals who do not wear seat belts are much more likely to be injured in a motor vehicle accident than persons who do wear seat belts. This is precisely why so many states, including Florida, have mandatory seat belt laws. In Florida, defendants can use the seat belt defense to lessen liability. In Jones v. […]

Can You Be Considered Comparatively Negligent in Florida for Wearing High Heels?

When a defendant is sued, that defendant may raise an affirmative defense. Affirmative defenses are a type of defense in which a defendant presents additional facts to defeat the charges being brought. Just as the plaintiff must meet the burden of proof when bringing a claim, similarly, the defendant must meet a certain burden of […]