Category: Accident News

Clearwater, FL (July 22nd, 2026) – When the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) voted to approve a $300,000 settlement for victims of the Clearwater Ferry crash, many injured passengers and families wondered whether that offer represented their only opportunity for compensation. The answer depends on the facts surrounding the crash and whether other parties may share responsibility.

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.