When most people think of Florida, they likely think of our pristine beaches, gorgeous weather, or incredible amusement parks. What they may not realize is that here in the Sunshine State, we have a significant problem: dangerous roadways. Our streets and highways are particularly hazardous for bicyclists and pedestrians. Florida is the top state in […]
Calculating Loss of Future Earning Capacity In a Personal Injury Claim
/in Car Accidents /by Mark KaireCalculating Loss of Future Earning Capacity In a Personal Injury Claim¿ When an individual suffers severe injuries that have the potential to affect that person’s future employment ability, that individual has the right to sue the actor responsible for damages with respect to their loss of future earnings. What happens when the injured party is […]
Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations Case Law Update
/in Car Accidents /by Mark KaireMedical Malpractice in Florida is a virtual minefield that requires Medical Malpractice Lawyers to navigate the complex pre-suit process and the complex statute of limitations scheme. The statute of Limitations for medical malpractice claims is two (2) years. The ambiguity centers around when the clock starts ticking on the two (2) year period. […]
Florida Needs Stricter Traffic Laws.
/in Bike Accidents, Car Accidents /by Mark KaireOn November 25, 2018, 34-year-old, Nicole Vanderweit, was driving 70 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone when she drove into a pack of cyclists. The “accident” resulted in two fatalities and left five others injured. Vanderweit claimed the sun impacted her ability to see the road clearly and that she may […]
Who is At Fault In a Rear-End Collision?
/in Car Accidents /by Mark KaireRebutting the Presumption of Negligence on Rear-End Collisions If you drive on I-95 or the Palmetto expressway in and around Miami there is a chance you have been involved in or witnessed a rear end collision. Rear End collisions are a daily occurrence. It is well-established that a Rear end collision creates a rebuttable presumption […]
What to Do When You’ve Been Hit by an Uninsured Driver
/in Car Accidents /by Mark KaireAny car accident is scary. You’re driving along when — BOOM! — your car crumples. Whether or not you suffer injuries, you will likely be shaken up by this type of collision. When the at-fault driver doesn’t have car insurance, however, your feelings of fear may quickly turn to despair. How are you going to […]
Why Most Florida Boat Accidents Happen — And How to Stop Them
/in Personal Injury /by Mark KaireIt’s no secret that Florida is a great state for boating. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico and dotted with lakes and rivers, there are innumerable opportunities for residents and tourists to get out on the water. It isn’t surprising that Florida leads the nation with the highest number of registered […]
Who Is at Fault for Left-Hand Turn Accidents?
/in Car Accidents /by Mark KaireYou may have heard this odd fact at some point: UPS trucks rarely make left turns. In addition to being a fun bit of trivia, there is a good reason why UPS drivers avoid left turns: they are both dangerous and they waste fuel. But unless you drive a UPS truck, you probably make left-hand […]
Tips for Sharing the Roadway with Bicyclists and Pedestrians
/in Personal Injury /by Mark KaireWhen most people think of Florida, they likely think of our pristine beaches, gorgeous weather, or incredible amusement parks. What they may not realize is that here in the Sunshine State, we have a significant problem: dangerous roadways. Our streets and highways are particularly hazardous for bicyclists and pedestrians. Florida is the top state in […]
How an Expert Witness Can Strengthen Your Personal Injury Claim
/in Personal Injury /by Mark KaireFor most Floridians — and most Americans — the legal system is too complex. Other than what we may have seen on TV or in movies, most of us don’t really understand what happens in a courtroom, particularly when it comes to civil cases. So, when we have the misfortune of being involved in a […]
What Are Pain and Suffering Damages in an FL Personal Injury Case?
/in Personal Injury /by Mark KaireAnyone who has experienced pain, suffering, mental trauma or emotional anguish understands how much they affect the overall health and well-being of an individual. The feeling is especially true when an injury has occurred due to someone else’s negligence. That is why personal injury lawsuits in Florida allow plaintiffs to seek compensation for pain and […]
How Social Media Can Impact a Personal Injury Case
/in Personal Injury /by Mark KaireAccording to Pew Research Center, the vast majority of Americans — 7 out of 10 — use some form of social media. While young adults still are the most likely to use social media at 90%, all age groups, from 50 to 64 (69%) to 65+ (40%) engaged in some form of social media usage. […]