Aggressive driving and “road rage” have become serious problems nationwide in recent years, and Florida followed in the steps of several US states by enacting laws to penalize dangerous misconduct. State traffic laws define aggressive driving as driving at excessive speeds, making unsafe lane changes, “tailgating,” and cutting off another…
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Can I Get a DUI on a Bicycle in Florida?
Contrary to popular misconception, YES, you can be arrested for drunk driving while on a bicycle in Florida. The state statute on driving under the influence (DUI) applies to anyone on a vehicle, and the law specifically excludes the word “motorized” when describing the offense. You could be charged if…
South Florida Swimming Pool Accident Claims Three Lives
Law enforcement officers continue to investigate a swimming pool accident that led to the deaths of a young father and his two children, looking for answers as to how such a tragedy could occur. According to a February 24, 2022 article posted by South Florida’s Local 10 News, the gruesome…
Investigation Continues in Deadly Crash at South Beach Café
A South Beach community is reeling after an incident involving an elderly woman who drove her vehicle into a popular outdoor café, killing one man and injuring six others. Miami’s Local 10 News reported on the accident, which occurred during the busy evening hours when the restaurant was packed with…
Wrongful Death Versus Survival Actions in Florida Personal Injury Cases
While accidents might have been knocked down a notch by COVID in the last two years, unintentional injuries are still the fourth leading cause of death in the US. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 200,000 people are killed every year in preventable…
Stages of Bedsores Among Miami Nursing Home Residents
When you trust a Miami nursing home to provide for the health and safety of residents, it is horrifying to find out that your loved one developed bedsores because of misconduct. Statistics from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shed some light on the severity of the…
Serious Soft Tissue Injuries in Miami Slip and Fall Accidents
The violent impact of a slip and fall accident can lead to a wide range of injuries, and the most serious ones will obviously require immediate medical attention. You know to head to the ER or urgent care center immediately if you suffer excessive bleeding, broken bones, head injuries, or…
Tips Following a Car Accident in Miami Express Lanes
Every major city in the US has traffic problems, and Miami is no exception. On any given day, especially during morning and evening rush hours, motorists could be looking at a bumper-to-bumper scenario – were it not for the miracle of express lanes. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has…
Latest News on the Monsanto Roundup Litigation
There is a lot to absorb as you scan the national, Florida, and Miami news headlines, so the latest developments in the Roundup litigation might have escaped your notice. Some updates from Bayer/Monsanto will get you up to speed: Of approximately 125,000 lawsuits filed, the company has settled around 96,000…
FAQs About the Ghislaine Maxwell Conviction and Civil Suits
It took a jury five days to reach a verdict in the criminal case against British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, who was charged for her role in grooming and luring minor girls to serve the sexual exploits of financier Jeffrey Epstein. On December 29, 2021, Maxwell was convicted on 5 of…