Year: 2023
The holiday season means shopping, and in Tampa Bay, that means lots of trucks on our local highways. Keeping up with the demand of stores keeps hundreds of truckers on Florida’s roads throughout December and beyond. Unfortunately, that increases the likelihood of trucking accidents. As one of Tampa’s leading truck accident law firms, our team…
Christmas is ending and New Year’s Eve is right around the corner. In the days ahead, celebrations will be happening in restaurants, bars, and homes all over the Tampa Bay area, and alcohol will almost certainly be part of the plans. There is nothing wrong with enjoying a drink or two during the holidays…as long…
Christmas is just one week away, and the stores in Winter Haven are bustling more than ever! This week will be busy with shoppers trying to find last-minute gifts, grabbing what they need for their holiday parties, and stocking up on stocking stuffers before the big day. In all of the hustle, accidents can, and frequently do,…
Tire blowouts are a driver’s worst fear, and for good reason. According to the National Transportation Safety Board, at least 33,000 accidents are caused by tire issues each year. That’s a startling statistic for a single element of your vehicle. While a tire blowout might seem like a far-off chance, they’re more common than you…
When you drive in Tampa Bay, chances are you’ve experienced at least one major traffic jam. Heavy traffic is a way of life. Unfortunately, it means accidents are also a way of life, as hundreds of drivers are impacted, injured, or even killed on our roads each year. Many commuters wonder why traffic is so…
Thanksgiving is over and it’s time to shift into Christmas gear! In Tampa, you know it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas when packed highways are the norm long after regular commute hours, and weekend driving is nightmarish. Because we provide a huge selection of both big box stores and local boutiques and businesses,…
Are you setting aside time for biking this holiday season? Do you usually ride with no helmet? Here in Florida, motorcycles are as common as cars. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents are also common. Within the last month in Tampa Bay, two different bikers died and one was injured in two separate accidents on our local highways. On…
Thanksgiving is almost here! This holiday brings people together, whether it’s over shared recipes or shared football teams. Getting to each other though can be a hassle, as traffic in Tampa Bay has increased dramatically over the last 3 years. No one wants their Thanksgiving travel interrupted by an accident, so planning ahead is important. Whether…
Are you facing the job of having to choose a wrongful death lawyer? When you lose a loved one, we know the pain and grief are insurmountable. This grief is magnified though when the loved one was a key figure in not just your daily life, but your support structure. In situations where the death…
Halloween is just a few days away! As many families are preparing for the big night by getting costumes ready, residents of the Town and Country neighborhood in Hillsborough County are hoping their sidewalks are ready. Because of unexpected delays and budget concerns, repairs to sidewalk projects are running several years behind schedule. This has led to…
Boating season might wrap up in other places, but in Florida, boating season lasts all year long. Because of our surplus of boats in the state, our waterways are often crowded. The Chain of Lakes in Polk County, Tampa Bay, and the Alafia River are popular hot spots for boating and water sports. Unfortunately, they…
If you spend any amount of time on Florida’s highways, you are familiar with the fear of driving around semi-trucks. Why are these trucks so scary, and what makes them more dangerous than other vehicles? There are a variety of factors that play into the stigma of accidents with semi-trucks, but most of them are related…
If you live in Tampa Bay, you probably hate traffic as much as we do. The delays, the stress, and burning your fuel or battery needlessly are frustrating, to say the least. For local motorcyclists though, traffic is especially annoying. That’s why “lane splitting” is becoming an issue on Hillsborough County’s congested highways and city…
Have you ever been in a serious car accident involving multiple vehicles? Thursday night was scary for many residents of Lake Wales. When attempting a left-hand turn on Highway 27 at Chalet Suzanne Rd., a car was struck by a semi truck traveling south. The semi then careened over the median and into a group…
Pool pump explosions. What are they, and why are more Tampa homeowners worrying about them? It’s an important topic, and one we’re ready to tackle head-on. In Florida, a backyard pool is as common as a car parked in the driveway. Thanks to our extreme weather, homeowners consider private pools as a huge asset, and…
