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We’ve all heard stories about people falling asleep at the wheel, and the often tragic results. But driving while tired can greatly increase the chances of an accident as well. According to the CDC, driving while fatigued can drastically slow driver reaction times for sudden braking or steering, and make it harder for the driver […]

According to the Wall Street Journal, the deadliest place in the country to ride a bicycle is the same place we call home. This is alarming news. Florida has been found to be home to the top four ranking areas in bicycle deaths. The Tampa Bay metro area was found to be the most dangerous […]

Injuries and deaths caused by motorcycle accidents in Florida are all too common. With Florida’s ideal climate for outdoor activities, motorists need to be more cautious and less distracted when driving in Florida and always be aware of motorcycles on the road. Speed is also a factor in many motorcycle accidents. Florida leads the nation […]

Learn how insurance companies use Colossus software to lowball personal injury claims and what a St. Petersburg car accident attorney can do to fight back for fair compensation.

I have noticed a disturbing trend in St. Petersburg. I have seen more and more riders wearing headphones or earbuds while riding their motorcycle or moped. It would seem to be common sense that wearing earphones while riding a motorcycle would be inadvisable, but apparently, it is not. It is illegal to ride a motorcycle […]

How does not wearing a seatbelt affect your Florida car accident case? Learn how comparative negligence can reduce your claim, illustrated by a real court case.

See how Florida cities rank for driving safety based on Allstate’s data. Tampa drivers are 30% more likely to crash than St. Petersburg drivers. Find out where your city stands.

T-bone car accidents (or motorcycle accidents) are also known as side-impact collisions. The video below shows a t-bone car accident that resulted when one driver ran a red light. https://www.youtube.com/embed/zVzXEht1aMEAs you can see, car accidents involving a side-impact collision can be extremely violent and the injuries associated with t-bone car crashes are quite significant. Causes […]

Will filing an uninsured motorist claim raise your insurance rates in Florida? Learn how UM coverage works, what it covers, and why you need it after a car accident.

By: Heath C. Murphy + – Personal Injury Car and motorcycle accidents are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries. Many traumatic brain injuries go unreported by the injured person. Many of these injured people are displaying personality changes that are only noticed by the family and close friends of the accident victim. Unfortunately […]

Learn the top 6 causes of commercial trucking accidents in Florida, including drug use, speeding, and fatigue, and how an experienced St. Petersburg injury attorney can help with your claim.

By: Heath C. Murphy + – Overtime and Wage Claims So your boss has handed you big promotion. He has made you a manager and has agreed to pay you a salary. After awhile you realize that your pay is about the same. You do the same job that you performed prior to the promotion. […]