Port Saint Lucie Personal Injury Blog
How to reduce the driving risk of teenagers
Most teenagers love the day they pass their driver’s license test. However, other drivers may not display the same excitement. Due to their inexperience and other factors, teenage drivers pose a higher risk than other drivers when it comes to accidents. The good news...
How should you treat your adult children in your will?
As you plan your estate, you may stumble while deciding how much and what to leave your adult children in terms of your assets. Maybe one child is more financially responsible than the other, or you have a child who cut you out of her or his life. Use Kiplinger's...
Texting while driving is dangerous, and Florida takes note
Texting is a driver distraction that results in tens of thousands of vehicle crashes every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To address this problem, the state of Florida passed a new texting while driving law that became effective in...
How a car accident causes hearing loss
Whether you appreciate the sound of your children’s laughter, the beat of your favorite music or the advice of your best friend, you know how important your ears are. If you cannot hear properly, you may have difficulty participating in everyday life. You may also not...
How can road rage endanger others on the road?
As a Florida motorist, you know first-hand how frustrating it can be to get stuck in traffic. This is especially true when trying to get home from a long day of work or attempting to get to an important meeting. If you have felt feelings of anger or aggression while...
Can I be sued for helping someone in an emergency?
Most states, including Florida, have “Good Samaritan” laws to incentivize us to help during an emergency. These laws protect us from litigation when we volunteer and after we help someone in a crisis. Whether you are a volunteer, a medical worker or just a good...
Can you make your premises slip-and-fall-proof?
Slipping and falling in Florida can result in a severe injury. In rare instances, a fall can be fatal, especially if it is an elderly person who falls. As such, it is important for you as a property owner to take precautionary measures to protect your guests and...
Scarring can cause health issues as well as disfigurement
In general, scarring means that an injury is improving, and most scars eventually fade over time. However, as WebMD explains, some scars cause damage of their own. Here are three types of scars that may require medical treatment for impaired function or disfigurement....
Personal injury statute of limitations in Florida
A statute of limitations is the time frame legally allowed for you to file a lawsuit and have your case heard in the civil court system. Typically, this statute of limitations starts from the day of the accident. If you miss filing a lawsuit within that deadline, your...
Know the laws to stay safe on your bike
As spring arrives in Florida, the time is right to hop on your bike and get some fresh air. Understanding the rules and regulations for cyclists can help you avoid a serious auto accident injury. These are some of the most important state bike laws for Florida...
