The technology being used in vehicles is evolving quickly, and self-driving cars have started to hit the roads in increasing numbers. These cars present new risks and new legal issues that can complicate the issue of liability in Florida car...
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Florida Student Killed While Crossing Street Raises Question of Who Was at Fault
Often at the heart of Florida personal injury claims is the issue of who is at fault for an accident. This is especially true when there are several parties involved, or when a party claims that a victim was partly...
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The Dangers of Inexperienced Drivers on Florida Roads
Like any other activity, safely driving a motor vehicle is something that requires practice. Whether it be remembering the rules of the road, or the muscle memory needed to safely operate the gas and brake pedals, operating a motor vehicle...
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Florida Appellate Court Clarifies What Constitutes “Fraud on the Court,” Reversing the Dismissal of Plaintiff’s Car Accident Lawsuit
Earlier this month, a Florida appellate court issued a written opinion in a car accident case that was brought by a man who was rear-ended by a truck while he was stopped on the highway. The case required the court...
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Florida Teen Killed in Hit-and-Run DUI Accident, Several Others Injured
Late last month, a suspected drunk driver hit and killed one Florida teen and injured several others in a hit-and-run accident. According to a local news report, the accident occurred in Polk County, near the intersection of Allegheny Road and...
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Determining the Liability of Children for Accidents in Florida
In general, a child’s actions are not judged by the same standard as an adult. The liability a minor may face varies from state to state. In fact, some states define liability based on a child’s age. Under Florida law,...
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$9.3 million Verdict Awarded to Victim in Motorcycle Accident
A Miami-Dade jury awarded this week a $9.3 million verdict to a 24 year-old man involved in a motorcycle accident that resulted in a skull fracture and traumatic brain injury. On the morning of March 16, 2014 Dylan Machado, who...
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Jury Finds Defendant at Fault but Issues Zero-Dollar Award in Car Accident Case; Court Increases Award in Lieu of New Trial
Earlier this month, a Delaware appellate court issued a written opinion affirming a jury’s decision to award a personal injury plaintiff a zero-dollar award despite determining that the defendant caused the accident that the plaintiff claimed caused her injuries. In the...
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Attorneys at Cecere Santana Share Driving Tips for Teens to Prevent Fatal Accidents
According to a CBS News article, the number of teenagers involved in deadly car crashes is rising for the first time in nearly a decade. There was a 10-percent increase in teen driving deaths. “In fact, teenage drivers are more...
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Industry Report Claims that Florida has the Worst Drivers in the Country
Although it may come as a surprise to cautious and safe drivers in the state, a recent auto insurance industry report claims that Florida drivers are the worst in the country. The report was based on a review of various...
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