Tampa Bay Legal Blog

Left-turn accidents are extremely common in Florida. When drivers turn left, state law requires them to yield to oncoming traffic. Unfortunately, not all drivers follow this rule. If a driver turns left and hits another vehicle, the left-turning driver is often – though not always – at fault.  Left-turn collisions can…

Most Florida car accident cases settle before trial because both sides want to avoid the time and cost of going to court. Insurers often prefer to settle to control risks and expenses. Injured parties usually choose settlements to get compensation faster instead of waiting months or years for a trial….

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,…

After a car accident in Florida, an insurance adjuster for the other driver’s insurer may ask you for your medical records. You need to understand that insurers have no inherent right to your medical files, and you should never voluntarily release your medical records to another driver’s insurance company. An…

Have you recently suffered an injury for which someone else is to blame? If so, that person could owe you money – but you’ll have to go through the Florida personal injury claims process to get it. This involves gathering evidence, getting medical treatment, and, crucially, getting in touch with…

If you are injured in Florida due to someone else’s intentional misconduct or gross negligence, you may be able to collect punitive damages equal to three times your compensatory damages or $500,000, whichever is greater. In cases where the defendant intended to hurt you, there is no cap on punitive…

A bicycle accident can leave you with significant expenses due to medical treatment, long-term care, and lost wages. Fortunately, you may have the option to file a bicycle car accident insurance claim, even if you caused the accident. Florida has a “no-fault” auto insurance system, which requires insurance providers to…

Per the Insurance Information Institute, the average payout for car accident claims has increased steadily over a recent five-year period. In one year, the average bodily injury claim payout was $22,734 nationwide, while the average property damage claim settlement was $5,314. However, it’s worth noting that there is no “typical”…

Punitive damages are available in a Florida car accident case, but they are awarded in very specific circumstances. Unlike compensatory damages, which aim to cover the victim’s actual losses, punitive damages are meant to punish particularly reckless or egregious behavior by the defendant and deter similar conduct. Florida law allows…

Intersections are common hotspots for accidents. According to Florida right-of-way laws, drivers approaching an intersection must yield to any vehicle already in the intersection and pedestrians crossing the street. You should only proceed once the road is clear, ensuring everyone’s safety.  In Florida, right-of-way laws dictate who has the legal…