Tampa, Florida, Law Blog
Know what to do if you are in a car crash
Nearly 4.5 million people are injured in car crashes in the United States each year, according to the National Safety Council. Thousands more escape injuries but suffer damage to their vehicles as a result of their own or someone else’s negligence. If you are involved...
Preliminary Reports Indicate Design Flaws in FIU Bridge Collapse
A preliminary report released by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) indicates errors were made at the design stage, ultimately resulting in the the fatal pedestrian bridge collapse at Miami’s Florida International University (FIU) campus. The incident...
Top 5 Strangest Black Friday Personal Injuries
Love it or hate it, Black Friday is here again. Every year, shops and retailers open their doors to the seasonal stampede of shoppers looking for the best sales and deals to kick off their holiday gift-buying. Promises for “doorbuster” sales and savings on...
FL Court Clarifies on Use of Pre-Suit Notices in Construction Defect Claims
In a recent ruling, a Florida appeals court provided come clarity on the application of pre-suit notices in regards to construction defect claims. Under Florida’s Statute of Repose, a claimant must initiate an “action” for a construction-related issue/claim...
5 Essential Clauses That Can Help You Avoid Contract Disputes
When two or more parties enter into a business agreement or partnership, a series of terms and timelines must be negotiated and agreed to. Most often, these negotiated terms are set in a written contract. While contracts are meant as binding documents by which each...
Tips to Stay Safe While Driving in the Rain
Singing in the rain? That’s a glorious feeling. Driving in the rain… now that is a different story. Driving in the rain can not only be stressful, it also increases your exposure to potential road and traffic hazards. In fact, rainy conditions and wet...
Heat Stress is a Real Threat to Outdoor Laborers
Living in Florida, you should be no stranger to the heat. Even in the winter months, the sunshine state gets its fair share of sun and warmth. While Florida’s perennial heat is great for tourism, it can pose a real safety threat, especially the state’s outdoor...
Safe Driving Tips for an Accident-Free Holiday Season
It’s that time of year again — with Thanksgiving just around the corner and a slew of holidays in December, many of us are starting to organize our plans for the holiday season. Whether you’re planning to travel and/or host family and friends, the...
4 Steps for Assessing Storm Damage Following a Hurricane
Hurricane Michael has passed through the Florida panhandle, but for many home and business owners, the nightmare isn’t over. While reports of damage are still incoming, current figures are tallying at least $5 billion in insured losses due to storm damage. While...
Construction Labor Shortage is Leading to Increased Site Accidents
Construction Labor Woes Continue Despite Florida’s steadily rebounding real estate economy, much of the state’s major real estate sectors are still experiencing the pressure from the lack of skilled construction labor available. This labor shortage has caused a ripple...
