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Intersections are high-risk areas for traffic accidents in Sarasota, FL. These high-risk areas become especially dangerous if a driver is distracted or driving under the influence. You could end up with serious and life-altering injuries after a car accident at an intersection in Florida. If this happens, then you could be entitled to compensation. If …

In Florida, a DUI is defined as driving or being in control of a vehicle, while normal faculties are impaired. DUI laws in Florida prohibit driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or above. It also restricts people from driving when impaired by drugs, including both illegal and legal substances. A DUI conviction …

Car accidents can be severely traumatic and cause serious injuries, but this trauma can be even worse if a truck is involved in a motor vehicle accident. Trucks are inherently bigger, heavier, and more complex vehicles to drive and slow down. Unfortunately, over ten people are killed every day in accidents involving trucks. The deadliest …

As a commercial driver in Florida, facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges can have a dramatic effect on the future of your career. Due to your position, you are scrutinized as a driver much more than the average road user. Even though every single driver has a duty of care when they get behind …

A lot of people assume that buses are one of the safest modes of transport, this could be because of their size or great precautions they take to keep passengers safe. However, there are instances where buses have been involved in accidents and caused immense amounts of harm. A bus accident can occur within seconds …

Commercial truck accidents can be some of the worst accidents in Sarasota, especially when the truck is carrying an oversized load. Even with the stringent regulations placed upon large commercial trucks, big truck accidents still occur more often than anyone would like. If you have been a victim of an oversized truck accident and think …

Sarasota and Florida, in general, are some of the most dangerous places, statistically speaking, in the country to be a road user. That means as a pedestrian or a motorist, and you have a higher chance of being involved in a car or truck accident here than most other states. According to Florida Highway Safety …

Technology is increasingly becoming intertwined with modern society, and it is developing faster than people can adjust to it. One way that technology is benefiting and encompassing our lives is through cellphones. Most people own a cell phone, and not only do they use it to keep in contact with people, but they also use …

Tailgating in Sarasota, or anywhere, is not only distracting and annoying for the driver who is being closely followed, but it’s also dangerous. Florida, is one of the most dangerous states for drivers, according to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FHSMV) with over 400,000 every year, and tailgating is a leading cause. If you …

There is nothing better than taking a quick dip in a cool swimming pool on a hot day. Swimming pools provide hours of fun to adults and children alike. Unfortunately, they also cause thousands of injuries and fatalities every single year in Florida. Luckily, most people never have a serious incident in a pool. But …

It is reported by The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC) that 12,000 Americans a year sustain an injury to their spinal cord. Life for victims of a spinal cord injury can become extremely challenging, not just for them but also for their families. Depending on the circumstances surrounding a spinal cord injury, you …

Sarasota Slip and Fall Lawyer A slip and fall can leave an injured person dealing with physical pain, lost income, medical expenses, and real uncertainty about what comes next. Some slip and fall accidents lead to bruising and a short recovery. Others cause traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and life altering injuries …

Side impact collisions occur when your vehicle gets hit from the side by another vehicle. Often, these collisions occur at red lights and stop signs and are caused by motorists attempting to “beat the light” and ignore the traffic signal. This consequently results in a “T-bone” crash where the front of their vehicle strikes your …

Sexual abuse claims are a serious matter, one that requires a sensitive touch and a keen investigative eye. Whether you are the victim of unwanted sexual conduct or you are being accused of it, you are going to need a skilled Sarasota personal injury lawyer to fight your corner. According to RAINN, sexual violence has …

Running a red light or a stop sign is one of the most common traffic offenses in Florida. They are also a big cause of car accident and personal injury cases. These accidents can lead to some serious injuries, and it shouldn’t be down to you to pay for your losses if it wasn’t your …

Rollover accidents are extremely dangerous, and they have some of the highest fatality rates. Tall vehicles with high centers of gravity are most at risk. However, any car or truck can rollover. Not only can these cause severe injuries such as head injuries and broken bones, but they are also some of the most emotionally …

It is a legal requirement in Sarasota, Florida, for drivers to stop at a red light. However, it is all too common for drivers to speed through a red light with no regard for pedestrians or other drivers around them. This can lead to nasty crashes, serious injuries, or, in the worst case, death. This …

Sarasota, FL, is one of the gems of the gulf coast, offering both tourists and residents an eclectic mix of fine dining, culture, pristine beaches, restaurants, hotels, and shopping opportunities. However, property owners in Sarasota look to keep their maintenance costs low, sometimes at the expense of safety. Premises liability is a legal concept that …