Americans are known for their love of driving. We have a love affair with our cars and being able to pick up and go whenever and wherever we want. But it seems that we have a new love affair … with our phones. Many people will jump to answer a...
Bicycle Safety Precautions Worthwhile, But Accidents Happen
Bicycles are an inexpensive and healthy way to get around. Some people bicycle for relaxation, while others bicycle for competition; and many simply bike for fun. In south Florida, the nice weather allows for bicycling year round, but bicyclists must still be aware of others on the road. Safety precautions...
Unfair Vehicle Trade Practices Updated By The Florida Legislature
Americans are known for their love affair with automobiles. The wide fins associated with cars from the 1950s. The muscle cars of the 1970s. The introduction of minivans for soccer moms in the 1980s. Cars today have better braking systems, more safety measures, better fuel economy, and more bells and...
Personal Injuries from Defective Seat Belts
Most people are aware that they can be ticketed for not wearing a seat belt, but what if the one they are wearing does not protect them the way it should? Seat belts are highly effective at preventing injury or death during an accident, but only if they are well...
Rear-End Accidents Can Be the Front Driver’s Fault
Last year, the Florida Supreme Court made an important change to the case law governing rear-end automobile accidents. Traditionally such accidents are presumed to be the fault of the person driving the rear vehicle. This presumption exists because the driver of the forward vehicle generally can’t see what caused a...