Florida Personal Injury Law Blog
Florida’s Dog Bite Law: Strict Liability and What It Means for Your Claim
Some states follow a “one bite” rule, requiring an injured person to prove the owner knew their dog was dangerous. Florida rejects that approach. Under...
Florida’s Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine: Why Vehicle Owners Can Be Liable Even When They Weren’t Driving
Florida follows the dangerous instrumentality doctrine where the owner of a vehicle can be held liable for a crash caused by someone else who was...
Why Uninsured Motorist Coverage Is the Most Important Insurance You Can Buy in Florida
Most Florida drivers assume that if someone else causes a crash, that driver’s insurance will cover their injuries. In most states, that’s a reasonable assumption....
Who’s Liable After an Uber or Lyft Accident in Fort Lauderdale or Miami?
Fort Lauderdale and Miami rank among the busiest rideshare markets in the country, driven by tourism, nightlife, airport traffic, and a car-dependent culture that makes...
When Nursing Home Neglect Turns Fatal: Wrongful Death Claims in South Florida
South Florida is home to one of the largest populations of older adults in the country, and with that comes a heavy reliance on nursing...
What Advantage Will You Have If You Hire a Law Firm With a Board Certified Trial Lawyer?
When you choose an attorney for a personal injury or wrongful death case in Florida, one credential matters a lot: Board Certification in Civil Trial...
Uninsured Motorist “Stacking” in Florida: How to Maximize Coverage After a Crash
Florida has one of the highest rates of uninsured and underinsured drivers in the country, which makes uninsured motorist (UM) coverage one of the most...
Negligent Security Claims in South Florida: When a Property Owner Is Liable for Crimes Committed on its Property
Fort Lauderdale and Miami’s density of hotels, nightlife, apartment complexes, and parking garages makes negligent security one of the more significant — and frequently overlooked...
Slip and Falls on Painted Apartment Walkways and Staircases
Walk through almost any apartment complex in South Florida and you will notice freshly painted breezeways, stairwells, and pool-deck walkways gleaming in the sun. Property...