Category: Accident News

Clearwater, FL (June 15th, 2026) – When a distracted driver crosses the center line and collides with a commercial truck, Florida law allows injured parties and surviving families to pursue the at-fault driver for damages. Liability in these crashes typically falls on the driver whose negligence caused the collision, and distracted driving, including phone use behind the wheel, is a recognized form of negligence under Florida law. 

Wesley Chapel, FL (May 27th, 2026) – An 87-year-old Wesley Chapel man died after a Tesla Model Y reportedly operating in Autopilot mode crashed into an electrical box and submerged in a pond in Pasco County. The crash has renewed questions about driver-assistance technology, vehicle safety systems, and potential wrongful death liability in Florida.

Venice Beach, FL (April 8th, 2026) – A routine search for shark teeth off Venice Beach turned into a life-threatening encounter when a seasoned scuba diver was dragged by a boat for approximately 60 yards after the vessel's propeller became entangled with her dive flag. When a diver or swimmer is struck by a boat, victims may pursue compensation through maritime law claims or personal injury lawsuits depending on where the accident occurred. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a boating accident, contact Light & Wyatt Law Group at 727-499-9900to discuss your legal options.

Bradenton, FL (February 17th, 2026) – A fatal hit-and-run crash in Bradenton has left neighbors demanding safer streets and greater accountability for drivers who flee accident scenes. The incident, which claimed the life of a pedestrian, has reignited concerns about roadway dangers faced by Florida walkers and the legal protections available to victims and their families.

Clearwater, FL (November 19th, 2025) – Tampa has been ranked the worst city in the U.S. for holiday traffic, according to a recent Consumer Affairs report, and Clearwater drivers are directly in the danger zone. The study found that Tampa experiences a 36% increase in congestion during the holiday season, approximately 21 fatal crashes per 1 million people, and an average of 4 hours and 24 minutes of daily congestion during the holidays.

Clearwater, FL (November 14th, 2025) – A fatal U-turn accident on US 19 recently claimed the life of a 27-year-old motorcyclist when an 85-year-old driver ignored a red traffic signal and turned directly into oncoming traffic. The collision at Beach Boulevard in Hudson represents a pattern seen across Florida. U-turn accidents consistently produce catastrophic injuries and deaths, while often establishing clear legal fault against the turning driver.