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Understanding Florida’s No-Fault Laws

9DecThe concept of ‘no fault’ coverage sprung up in 1971 in Massachusetts. The goal was to formulate a legal structure that mandated insurance coverage to ensure all drivers had some coverage in accidents without having to determine ‘fault’ in the accident (hence the term ‘no fault’). Since 1971, 11 states and Puerto Rico have established no-fault […]

Hurricane Ian – What to do after a hurricane destroys your house?

9DecHurricane Ian made landfall in Florida on Wednesday, September 28th, 2022. When it struck Florida, it was a powerful, Category 4 storm, one of the worst on record. Maximum sustained winds were about 150 mph as the hurricane hit the Fort Myers area, with particularly high winds recorded on the island of Cayo Costa and […]

Most Common Causes Of Florida Pedestrian Accidents

9DecAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 5,000 American pedestrians are killed in traffic accidents each year. Another 129,000 pedestrians are injured in traffic accidents. Since pedestrians are at greater risk (no vehicular protection, airbags, or seat belts), every U.S. state must do everything possible to improve pedestrian safety.[1] Florida Pedestrian Accidents, What Causes […]

Distracted Driving

9DecAs cell phones have become a regular part of American life, using a mobile phone while driving is now a leading cause of accidents. Each year, more Floridians get into serious crashes due to not driving safely, with cell phones being a big part of the problem. And what are Florida drivers doing with their […]

Light & Wyatt Opens New Office in Spring Hill, Florida

9DecAward-Winning Personal Injury Attorney Opens New Office in Key Location to Better Serve Clients Spring Hill, FL: Today, the prestigious personal injury law firm Light & Wyatt announced the official opening of its new office at 201 Della Court, Spring Hill, FL 34606. Located just off US Hwy 19, this law office is ideally positioned to provide exemplary […]

The Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuits

8DecIn 1982, the U.S. Marine Corps discovered dangerous chemicals known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the drinking water at the U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. However, the contamination actually began in 1953 and continued to expose base workers, service members, and their families until 1987, according to the Agency […]