Several years ago, Florida grabbed the nation’s attention when it passed a state constitutional amendment related to voting rights. During a moment in U.S. history when most voting rights stories concern voter suppression, this story out of Florida served as a ray of hope for millions of people across the country who hope to one day be in a position to cast a vote again. Florida’s 2018 Constitutional Amendment 4 restored voting rights to the

There is a popular misconception that it is often safer to drive on the holidays because fewer individuals are commuting to or from work. While the roads are often less congested on the holidays, it is an unfortunate reality that it is generally much more dangerous to drive during the holidays than it is on an average work day. With that said, as recent trends on Florida roads illustrate, the time of day during which

According to the National Safety Council, more than 45,000 individuals were killed on American roads in 2021 alone. Put another way, the equivalent of one regional jet ferrying 125 people every day crashing and killing everyone on board is the number of people lost on American roads every single day that passes. If you stop, re-read this statistic, and really start to think about how each of these individuals was a member of a family,

If you have recently been in a car accident, know someone who has, or just like to be prepared, here is a compilation of some commonly asked questions about legal requirements in the event of an accident in Florida. It is usually best to consult a Melbourne, FL car accident lawyer for questions specific to your case, but these commonly asked questions will give you a good overview of what the law states.  What do

Car accidents happen everyday, and even though it seems unthinkable, you could find yourself or your loved one involved in a tragic accident that could result in severe injury or loss of life. In fact, just this summer a 24 year old man from nearby Vero Beach was killed in a two vehicle car accident. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the 24 year old driver of a Lexus Sedan was instantly killed when hit

In mid-August in neighboring Indian River County, the former Vero Beach mayor and current Indian River County Commissioner Laura Moss was hit by a car. The accident took place on a Monday morning as Moss exited Chelsea’s Gourmet Cafe. As she crossed the street on Azalea Lane, a 20 year old man driving a 2003 Chevy pickup turned left onto Azalea Lane off of Cardinal Drive. As Moss was crossing the street, the driver hit

Port St. Lucie Fatal Car Accident  Tragically, a 71 year old driver was fatally injured in a car accident on August 25, 2022. A car traveling the wrong way on Northwest Selvitz Road caused a collision that led to his critical injuries and eventually his death. Police have determined that the accident took place when a 21 year old man driving a Toyota Camry crossed over the centerline. After crossing the line into oncoming traffic,

Hiring a personal injury lawyer is one of the best things you can do after suffering personal injury during a motor vehicle accident. A legal professional represents your interests and works tirelessly to negotiate with insurance companies so you can obtain the financial compensation you deserve.  You need to heal from your injuries and devote your time to recovering. A personal injury lawyer can order medical records and medical bills that will be necessary for

It is important to come up with proper and realistic compensation amounts when filing a car accident claim. Whether you are hoping to settle outside of court with an insurance company or are seeking more compensation than they were willing to give, you should absolutely have a lawyer on your side to help show you how much you deserve. An experienced car accident lawyer will know what kind of things a judge will find fair.

If you’re not familiar with the term, FTCA stands for Federal Tort Claims Act and refers to an area of federal law that gives people the ability to sue the government when they are injured as a result of negligence on the part of federal employees or contractors, which is where FTCA attorneys can help. Because the consequences can be so serious, it’s important to work with experienced lawyers who know how to navigate this