Tampa Bay Legal Blog

Vehicle manufacturers design crash protection systems, such as airbags and seat belts, to work for adults. As a result, young children need to sit in specially designed car or booster seats to protect them in a crash. Florida law requires parents and guardians to ensure their children sit in age-…

Serious accidents can have serious consequences, and among the most pressing are lost wages. If your injuries have left you unable to work, the person who hurt you should be responsible for helping you make ends meet. This is true whether you earn a salary or wages, work for tips,…

While it is never easy to lose a member of your family, it is especially tragic when their death could have been prevented but for someone else’s negligence. When you lose a loved one, you can no longer benefit from their care and affection or any income they may have…

Florida pedestrians do not always have the right of way. However, pedestrians in crosswalks, parking lots, and sidewalks typically have the right of way on Florida roads. Unfortunately, having the right of way is not a guarantee of safety – drivers may fail to yield, which can result in devastating…

Filing an insurance claim can be a time-consuming and complicated process. Although you may think you have all your documents and information in order, you can get blindsided by a denial. Where should you turn for help and the compensation you need after an accident? Unfortunately, some Florida policyholders or…

Florida accident victims can seek compensation for pain and suffering when someone else is responsible for their injuries. Calculating a dollar amount for pain and suffering damages depends on factors like the severity of your injuries, their adverse effects on your life, the emotional trauma you suffered, and any resulting…

Florida law does not require you to hire a personal injury attorney after an accident. However, working with a lawyer can give you a better chance of obtaining a full financial recovery for your losses. An experienced personal injury lawyer will investigate your claim, evaluate your legal options, and fight…

In Florida, you have 14 days after the accident to seek treatment from a hospital, emergency room, urgent care, etc. If you do not seek treatment, you may lose your right to file a PIP claim. If you wait longer than 14 days, your insurance company may deny your claim….

If your vehicle was damaged or totaled in a Florida car accident that someone else caused, the other driver’s insurance company may have to pay for your rental car — and this is likely just one of your available options. However, certain factors may complicate the process. It’s important to…

Florida’s motorcycle law mandates that riders under 21 must wear a helmet. Riders 21 and older with a valid insurance policy providing at least $10,000 in medical benefits for injuries resulting from a motorcycle crash are not required to wear one.   Contents1 Do You Have to Wear Eye Protection…