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Florida Statutes § 316.209 forbids lane splitting, stating that motorcyclists cannot ride between lanes of traffic or rows of vehicles. However, this prohibition does not apply to police officers or firefighters during their official duties.     Contents1 What Is Lane Splitting?2 Is Lane Splitting Dangerous?3 Is Lane Sharing Legal in…

Florida law doesn’t expressly prohibit eating and driving. However, if eating while driving leads to distraction and dangerous or careless driving, it could result in an accident with injuries or fatalities. Multitasking might be a valued skill in today’s fast-paced society. But one place where it could be dangerous is…

An accident can cause more than physical injuries. Accident victims often suffer emotional distress, too. As with physical harm, accident victims can sue for the emotional distress they experience due to their injuries. However, emotional distress is intangible. That means proving it and quantifying its extent can be challenging, particularly…

As a general rule, Florida statute 95.11 states you have two years from the date of your injury to file your personal injury claim. If you’re injured in an accident in Florida that was caused by someone else, you may lose income from missing work and have unpaid medical bills….

You might become dissatisfied with the relationship and legal services provided by your current attorney for a number of reasons. In Florida, you can – and should – fire your attorney if you do not believe you are receiving the representation you agreed on at the outset of the relationship. By…

If you are hit by an uninsured motorist in Florida, you should call the police, try to get the other driver’s information, report the motor vehicle accident to your insurer, and contact a personal injury lawyer. Following these steps will improve your chances of recovering the compensation you need for…

When someone is harmed or dies due to another person’s careless actions or intentional wrongdoing, their death can have a devastating impact on their spouse and other family members. Florida law recognizes the significant, distinct loss that a spouse suffers. It allows the spouse to recover compensation for “loss of…

For most cases in Florida, the statute of limitations requires filing a wrongful death claim within two years from the date of death. Did you lose a loved one due to a preventable accident or wrongful act? You might be wondering about your right to justice and accountability from the…

After a serious car accident, there’s nothing people want more than to heal from their injuries and move forward in life. But sky-high medical bills and lost wages from time off work can leave crash victims with significant financial hardships. Filing a car accident lawsuit in Florida may be your…

Whether or not Florida state law requires you to wear a seat belt while sitting in the back seat, it’s always a good idea to wear one anyway. Driving or riding in a car without a seat belt can be incredibly dangerous and could even cost you your life.  …