Port Saint Lucie Personal Injury Blog
What should I do after a dog bites me?
Whether it is from your own beloved pup, a friend’s animal or even a stray, dog bites are frightening. The end result usually ranges from a mild bruise to a severe injury that might leave permanent damage. Here is some information from the Cleveland Clinic on what to...
A car accident may cause toxic crush syndrome
In 2019, there were nearly 401,000 car accidents in the Sunshine State. While many of these collisions resulted in no or minor injuries, some left drivers, passengers and others with life-altering ones. Because it is possible to sustain a variety of injuries in any...
How does Florida define equitable distribution?
When a court divides property in a divorce, it does so under the concept of equitable distribution. While the majority of states use this concept, each state has the right to define what equitable means. According to the Florida Statutes, this state defines it...
Does hands-free technology keep drivers safe?
Florida drivers understand the risks of distracted driving. But what do you do if you need a GPS system for navigation? What if your job depends on message alerts that you receive by phone? Is there any way to make driving with your device less of a risk? Hands-free...
Can an MVA cause vision loss?
Unfortunately, the answer to the title question is yes, a motor vehicle could injure your eyes and/or head sufficiently to cause partial or total blindness. Ideal Eyecare explains that each year, approximately 25,000 people lose some or all of their sight as the...
Protect your family and assets by updating your estate plan
Busy Florida residents may put off reviewing and updating their estate plans. However, Forbes explains that you can protect your assets and your family if you take the time to update your estate plan. Our firm assists clients with their estate planning needs. Put life...
Tips for teen drivers
For teenagers, driving is a huge milestone that many teens look forward to. Despite the rush to get behind a wheel, teens need to make sure they are taking proper safety measures. There are plenty of helpful tips that new drivers can follow to keep themselves and...
How can I stop distracted driving?
The U.S. has become a nation of multitaskers, and while at times that may be advantageous to productivity, when people are behind the wheel of a vehicle it is a definite liability. Doing anything besides focusing completely on the road can have unfortunate and even...
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...
