Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, pled guilty in November of 2020 to federal criminal charges related to the company’s role in the opioid crisis. The company has also agreed to pay an $8 billion settlement. Unfortunately, the guilty pleas will not result in any prison time for company officials or the Sackler family. However, […]

When selecting car insurance coverage, the choices can be daunting. Here are some important things you should consider having as part of your car insurance policy: Personal Injury Protection Personal injury protection, or PIP, is required in Florida and should always be part of your policy. Florida requires a minimum of $10,000 in PIP. PIP […]

While many people are choosing to forego travel this holiday season, there are still millions of Americans who will be hitting the roadways. The potential for accidents is great, so here are some safe driving tips to keep in mind: Be Prepared Plan ahead and before your trip, make sure your vehicle is in good […]

A report published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) analyzed accident data for bicyclists and other cyclists. The report found that in 2017, there were 783 cyclists killed in motor vehicle accidents in the United States. Cyclist deaths accounted for 2.1 percent of deaths from traffic accidents. Florida was the state with the […]

As consumers, we like to believe that the products we use every day are safe. However, every year thousands of products are recalled because they are dangerous or defective in some way. Unfortunately, sometimes we don’t hear about the injuries caused by defective products until it’s too late, and the product has to be recalled. […]

When you are injured by a defective product, you may have a product liability claim. The majority of the products we purchase for our families are safe to use. However, every year thousands of products are recalled because they are dangerous and likely to cause injury. There is usually no clear way to protect yourself […]

Car accidents can lead to serious injuries, and you should always see a doctor if you have been involved in one. However, your primary care doctor may not be your best choice. There are some important things you should look for when selecting a doctor after your accident. Experience With Car Accident Cases Not all […]

When you’ve been involved in a car accident, setting the scene can be an important part of your case. Pictures of the scene can be crucial evidence of any insurance or legal claim. That’s why you should follow these tips for taking useful car accident photos. Take Pictures as Soon as Possible You may be […]

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week begins November 1, 2020, and is a good time to remember that drowsy driving is effectively impaired driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every year, there are about 100,000 police-reported crashes that involve drowsy driving. These accidents result in more than 1,550 fatalities and 71,000 injuries. The […]

Driving without a seatbelt is very dangerous and is illegal in Florida. Nobody’s perfect, however, and sometimes we don’t do the right thing in all circumstances. If you were injured in a car accident and you were not wearing your seatbelt, you may be concerned that you have no right to receive compensation for your […]