Car Accidents

All auto accidents are dangerous. However, if such accidents involve a truck, then the risk of serious injuries and even death increases significantly.   The cost of injuries and damages rise in accidents involving trucks. A victim of a truck accident enters into a legal battle with the driver, the trucking company, and the insurance company to receive full compensation for Injuries,…

Walking is one of the best ways to get around Miami. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents due to negligence are one of the greatest causes of deaths and serious injuries in Miami and throughout Florida. Negligence is defined as “Failure to take reasonable care to avoid causing injury or loss to another person.” To prove negligence, the plaintiff (the injured party) must…

Every summer sees an increase in packed cars and RVs on the road, full of families off on their summer vacation road trips. This number may increase this summer as families search for ways to safely leave their homes during COVID-19. Road trips are adventures that build memories for families, but accidents can happen. Prevent mishaps and injuries by preparing…

Florida holds the dubious distinction of being the state with the highest number of motorcycle fatalities in the country.  Every year more than 8000 motorcyclists are injured in accidents in the state. A motorcycle rider injured in an accident must first seek proper medical treatment and then enlist the services of an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer in Miami to help him…

In recent decades, riding a bicycle has evolved into more than just a recreational activity for Miami residents. Many choose to use a bike as their primary mode of transportation, especially over reasonably short distances. For example, biking to work or school is now commonplace in many Florida communities. Even though all who use roads and sidewalks share in the…

As our economy and schools reopen, we begin to see the traffic we are accustomed to. Thus, it is a good time to remember that Driving is a privilege, not a right.  Every driver has a legal obligation to act in a manner prescribed by law.  Failure to do so can result in an accident. According to the Florida Highway Safety and…

Spinal cord injuries are some of the most severe personal injuries we can experience. These injuries can cause paralysis and loss of sensation below the site of the injury. There are a variety of causes of spinal injuries, including bullet or stab wounds, traumatic injury, diving accidents, electric shocks, extreme twisting, sports injuries, and slip and fall accidents. A serious…

In an ideal world, motorists would share the road safely with motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Everyone would look out for one another, and every driver would yield when required and obey all traffic laws. Of course, we don’t live in that world. The reality is that pedestrians are the most vulnerable people on the road. The human body is no…

All around the country there are state laws that are criticized and questioned for their flaws and narrow tailoring. However, one would be hard-pressed to find a statue that comes under more fire than what has been dubbed as Florida’s “Free Kill” law as provided in Florida Statute 768.21(8).  768.21(8) establishes who is allowed to bring a suit for a…

Living in Florida, residents are fortunate enough to have year-round outdoor weather. Such weather permits people to partake in a number of activities, including cycling. As a Florida personal injury attorney and an avid cyclist, it is chilling to see the number of serious injuries and accidents that can result from participation in the sport. While some accidents may be…