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A loose object can appear on the road due to many reasons. Usually, it’s a piece of cargo that fell from an overloaded truck. But it could also be a piece of garbage thrown away from a passenger car. In any case, loose objects lying on the road can be very dangerous and cause a …

The State of Florida uses many intersections to control the flow of traffic, but these intersections can often prove to be dangerous because there are so many vehicles traveling in various directions. While traffic control devices, such as traffic lights and stop signs, have been implemented in an attempt to prevent collisions, they are not …

If you have ever been unfortunate enough to suffer a back, neck, or herniated disc injury, then you will appreciate just how painful this can be. Although back injuries are one of the most commonly seen injuries by our Englewood personal injury lawyers, it does not take away from the fact that the healing process …

All drivers on the roads of Florida owe each other a duty of care to keep the roads safe and to take all reasonable measures to prevent an accident from happening. This means that drivers must carry out all the required safety checks before changing lanes. When a driver makes an improper or unsafe lane …

Left-hand turns can be very risky for motorists as they are required to cross oncoming traffic to get to their destination. It’s not uncommon for drivers to make unsafe left-hand turns, and, for this reason, left-hand turn accidents are much more common than right-hand ones. Left-turn accidents often cause T-bone crashes, which is where the …

Multiple motor vehicle accidents are very serious cases, and they tend to result in colossal damage and injuries due to the additional parties involved. If you were injured in a multiple motor vehicle accident, then you should consider filing a personal injury claim in Englewood. At The Law Place, we have over seventy-five years of …

It is unfortunate how reckless driving can impact the lives of innocent people in Englewood. Reckless driving accidents result in numerous personal injuries, property damage, and sometimes even wrongful death. If you were injured in an auto accident caused by a reckless driver, then you could be entitled to compensation under Florida law. You could …

Spinal cord injuries can be one of the most serious and life-changing injuries to sustain. Not only are spinal cord injuries incredibly painful, but they also carry the added risk of paralysis or mobility impairment. As highlighted on The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis website, there are approximately 17,810 new spinal cord injuries each year …

Slip and fall accidents are fairly common accidents that occur in Englewood and the State of Florida. Injuries for a slip and fall accident range from minor to serious, depending on the severity of the fall. More often than not, slip, and fall accidents occur due to the negligence of another party, who has failed …

Car accidents are a common occurrence in Englewood and throughout the State of Florida. Traffic signals have been installed over the country to reduce the number of collisions on the road and to ensure that traffic always runs smoothly. However, in some instances, drivers fail to obey these traffic signals, which can result in a …

When it comes to motor vehicle accident cases, people rarely think of the passenger. However, passengers commonly sustain serious injuries even though they played a blameless role in the accident itself. Passengers who are involved in car accidents are just as entitled to compensation as drivers are, and we at The Law Place are here …

One of the leading causes of car accidents in Englewood, Florida, is negligent or reckless driving – improper turns are just one example of this. An improper turn is a general term used to refer to situations where a driver turns their vehicle in a way that is incorrect, illegal, or unnecessarily risky. If a …

There is a multitude of ways in which the negligent or reckless driving of another road user can cause you to become involved in a car accident that isn’t your fault. Speeding is one of the most common of these. Drivers who are exceeding posted speed limits have less time to react to unexpected hazards, …

Florida, in general, is an extremely popular and desirable place for American’s to retire when they reach old age. This is understandable, given our gorgeous weather and world-famous rolling beaches. Unfortunately, what many people do not realize is that this results in a substantial uptick in auto accident cases. Elderly drivers often suffer from deteriorated …

There are many ways in which a road traffic accident can occur in Florida. One such way is due to vehicle defects. When traveling at high speeds and around other road users, technical faults such as failing brakes and faulty tires can cause incredibly serious and life-threatening accidents. Other things, such as faulty seatbelts or …

Whiplash can be defined as a neck or back injury commonly associated with car accidents. Whiplash is a condition that occurs when the body is suddenly restrained, often by a seatbelt, and the sudden emergency stop causes the head to jerk back and injure those in the vehicle. If you have suffered from a whiplash …

The knee is undoubtedly one of the most complex joints in the human body and is highly important in supporting the stability of your legs. Unfortunately, due to the knee’s complexity, it means that it is relatively prone to accident and injury. Some of the most common knee injuries include sprains, fractures, ligament tears, or …

The road is a dangerous place, and although Florida has many rules and laws in place to help make the roads a safer place, car accidents are inevitable. If someone is involved in a car accident, they hopefully escape with minimal injuries or no injuries at all. This, however, is not always the case. If …

The sudden death of a loved one can be entirely devastating, both mentally and financially, especially if they died because of another person’s careless or negligent actions. While a wrongful death lawsuit cannot make up for their passing, it could help you provide for your family after the loss of your loved one’s wages and …