Author: Jim Magazine

James (Jim) Magazine is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer who has spent his career helping injured victims. Jim is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida since 1990 and is also admitted to practice at the Appellate level and admitted to the United States Supreme Court.

Clearwater, FL — Toyota Recall: Faulty Prius Door Latches May Open While Driving, Increasing Injury Risk

16Feb
Clearwater, FL (February 11th, 2026) – Toyota has issued a recall affecting approximately 141,000 Prius vehicles. The recall stems from a critical safety defect: rear door latches may unexpectedly open while the vehicle is in motion. For drivers in Clearwater and throughout Florida, this electrical failure presents serious risks of ejection, falling from the vehicle, or collision-related injuries.
Megaphone with recall alert.

Ybor Ciy, Florida — Safety Town Hall: Legal Roadmap for Pedestrian Protection in Tampa

16Feb
Ybor City, FL (February 2nd, 2026) – When Tampa police announced a community town hall focused on safety in Ybor City, the message was clear: pedestrian injuries and accidents demand urgent attention. For residents across the Tampa Bay area, from Ybor's bustling streets to Clearwater's beachside corridors, understanding your legal rights after a pedestrian accident can mean the difference between financial recovery and significant loss.
Two schoolboys standing at the edge of a crosswalk, looking to their left as if checking for traffic before crossing the road.

How Long Do Families Have to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida?

16Feb
How long do families have to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida? Understanding this timeline is crucial for protecting your family's future following the loss of a loved one. In Florida, families typically have a period of two years from the date of their loved one's passing to initiate a wrongful death lawsuit. If a death results from someone else's negligence or wrongful act, you might have the right to seek justice through a civil claim. Failing to meet this deadline could prevent you from recovering damages related to medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of companionship.
A person wearing blue medical gloves holding a small white card with the words "WRONGFUL DEATH" written on it. How Long Do Families Have to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida

Clearwater, FL — Safety Alert: Volkswagen ID.4 Electric Vehicles Recalled Over Battery Fire and Power Loss Risks

16Feb
Clearwater, FL (January 28th, 2026) – Volkswagen has issued multiple safety recalls affecting more than 44,000 ID.4 electric vehicles across the United States due to serious concerns about battery fires and sudden power loss while driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced two separate recalls: one covering 43,881 model year 2023-2025 ID.4 vehicles for software-related battery overheating issues, and another affecting 670 model year 2023-2024 vehicles with defective battery cells containing misaligned electrodes that could cause fires or unexpected loss of propulsion on Florida roads, including highways around Clearwater and throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Chalk board sketch with loudspeaker and a recall alert phrase.
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