Tampa Bay Personal Injury knowledgebase

New Technology May Soon be Available to Police The ComSonics company is close to production on a hand held device that police will be able to use to determine whether you are texting while driving.[1] ComSonics is a small company that already has a strong relationship with law enforcement as it currently manufactures, repairs and […]

What is a Dooring Accident? Dooring accidents happen without warning and can be dangerous or even deadly to riders. When a cyclist is utilizing the bike lane and a person exits a parked or stopped car without looking for, or noticing the approaching rider, often times the bicycle rider is unable to avoid running into […]

Road Rage and Aggressive Driving Lead to Senseless Injuries Not too long ago, I wrote an article on aggressive driving and road rage. However, it is in the news again and I felt compelled to comment on that situation.[1] The recent road rage incident did not occur in Florida, but in Las Vegas, Nevada. According […]

In my opinion, the practice of law is a very personal business. The practice of law within the area of personal injury is even more so, but all too often I hear horror stories from people I meet or who come to see me after they have hired another attorney. The stories you hear are […]

I am aware that there are hundreds of websites that provide “personal injury calculators.” In my opinion, they are not very reliable for assessing the value of a personal injury case. These “personal injury calculators,” for the most part, simply provide a tally of your damages and then use a multiplier to determine the total […]

Rear End Collisions – A Common Occurrence According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rear end collisions account for nearly 1/3 of all car accidents.[1] Rear end collisions can be caused by a variety of factors including: 1. Tailgating The Florida law on tailgating simply states that cars should not follow more closely than […]

Most Accidents Happen at Intersections 36% percent of all car crashes involve a vehicle turning left or crossing at an intersection.[1] This is, by far, the most common accident situation. The accident, if it does not involve a bicyclist or a pedestrian, will generally have one of two causes: 1. The car attempting to execute […]

My Child Was in a Car Accident – What Should I do? According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are approximately 150,000 children that are injured each year in traffic accidents.[1] Unfortunately, that estimate is probably understated. What is the reason for the understatement? According to recent studies, small children are more susceptible to […]

Does My Child Need to be in a Car Seat or a Booster Seat? Florida recently passed a more stringent child restraint law. As of January 1, 2015, all children under the age of 6 must ride in a federally approved car seat or booster seat.[1] It is a one size fits all law and, […]

When Should I Hire an Attorney After an Accident? It is perfectly within your rights not to hire a lawyer after a car accident. In many cases, I would even argue that you do not need one. However, there are situations in which the hiring of an attorney is a wise decision. It is important […]

A Diffuse Axonal Injury is a Common Injury Suffered in a Car Accident Car Accidents, especially rear end collisions, can result in whiplash injuries in which the head snaps back and then forward, usually striking the steering wheel or windshield and then back again, usually striking the seat. This motion and impacts causes the brain […]

Pedestrian Safety Issues in St. Petersburg St. Petersburg is a city in which there are a lot of pedestrians. We are blessed with an urban environment in which walking is practical and convenient. Pinellas County is also home to miles of pristine beaches that are lined by hundreds of resorts and hotels. This tourist haven […]