Sarasota Injury Law Blog
Man faces charges in 2018 crash in Florida
Officials in Lee County, Florida, arrested a man recently in connection with a fatal crash that occurred in August 2018. On the day of the crash, a 39-year-old man was driving his 2012 Pontiac truck in the center lane of Interstate 75. Driving behind him was another...
Why is Florida so dangerous for pedestrians?
What gives? Essentially, it comes down to a design flaw in many of Florida’s urban areas. Cities in this state were designed for urban sprawl. City engineers directed developments with passenger vehicles, trucks and rapid transportation in mind -- not walkers. Wider...
Keeping safe while riding in the rain
As a motorcycle owner and rider, you understand that many otherwise uninteresting trips can be made more interesting by getting on your motorcycle. In Florida, many riders see the continual rain as a hindrance to motorcyclists. We’ve all seen riders huddled under...
Why are Florida’s pedestrians in so much danger?
Florida is home to a lot of pedestrians -- but that doesn’t mean that the roadways and city streets are built to accommodate them. A 2017 study funded by Smart Growth America found that eight of the 10- deadliest places in the country are located in Florida, making...
How many people were hurt in motorcycle crashes last year?
It is well-known that Florida is viewed as one of the most dangerous states in the nation for motorcyclists. But what does this mean in terms of actual numbers? Hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. According to preliminary data posted by the Florida...
Staying safe: A guide for pedestrians and bicyclists
Traffic fatalities are, on average, declining -- but pedestrian deaths are on the rise. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic deaths dropped 2.4% in 2018 alone. That was the second year in a row that government records...
Tips for Touring Florida by Motorcycle
Florida is one of the most attractive states for motorcyclists looking for a breathtaking tour. The Sunshine State offers nearly 1,200 miles of exquisite shoreline and a whole lot of magnificent roads between. With 4 out of the 25 most-visited attractions in...
Tips For Aging Motorcyclists That Could Save Your Life
For an increasing number of baby boomers, the lure of the open road and the rumble of a motorcycle engine is becoming hard to resist. And it’s easy to understand why. Having grown up with the iconic biker films Rebel Without A Cause and Easy Rider, the motorcycle has...
Time Limits and the Discovery Rule in Wrongful Death Claims
All civil actions, including wrongful death suits, have a time limit for when they must be filed. These time limits, or “limitation periods” are called statutes of limitation. When the statute of limitations period runs out, you lose your right to bring your legal...
Things to Consider When Using Airbnb, Uber, and similar “sharing economy” websites
Things all users should consider when booking Airbnb and similar shared lodging, as well as using Uber and Lyft. In the last ten years, we have seen a rise in online for-profit social activity that is commonly referred to as the “Sharing Economy.” This trend grew out...
