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Archive: 2017
Are ATV Accidents on the Rise?
December 13, 2017 | Category: ATV AccidentsAll terrain vehicles (ATVs) may be deceiving. They do not require a license to drive. Many parents believe they are a safe toy for children. However, this is not the case.
What is the Purpose of an Expert Witness?
December 12, 2017 | Category: Personal InjuryExpert witnesses are a costly but necessary resource in most injury litigation, but those who are unfamiliar with the process of litigation may not recognize the value that an expert witness brings to a case. First, however, it’s important to understand what differentiates an expert witness from factual witnesses.
Trucks Driving Too Closely May Cause Chain-Reaction Accidents
December 11, 2017 | Category: Truck AccidentsTrucks, especially large ones, need additional space between vehicles to allow for safe braking and unexpected actions. In crashes, large trucks most often hit the vehicle in front of them.
6 Tips For Hosting A Safe Holiday Party
December 8, 2017 | Category: DUI AccidentsFrom November through the first week of January, millions will gather with family, friends and co-workers to eat, drink and be merry. If the host serves alcohol at these holiday parties, he or she may be liable for guests who have too much to drink.
Product Recall and Defective Product Litigation
December 7, 2017 | Category: Defective ProductsProduct recalls can lead to confusion when it comes to product defect litigation. If you have been injured while foreseeably using a defective product, then you may be entitled (pursuant to Florida law) to sue the manufacturer and recover damages as compensation — but how does a product recall affect your potential lawsuit?
Leaving the Scene of an Accident Is Illegal
December 6, 2017 | Category: Automobile AccidentsLeaving the scene of an accident is frequently the topic of local news reports. Even with this publicity, it still happens.
Common Defenses to a Premises Liability Lawsuit
December 5, 2017 | Category: Personal Injury, Slip and Fall AccidentsIf you have been injured in a slip and fall accident or some other accident which implicates the possessor or owner of a particular parcel of property, then Florida law may entitle you to compensation for your injuries pursuant to premises liability principles.
Is Florida Texting While Driving a Primary Offense?
December 4, 2017 | Category: Automobile AccidentsA new bill is being discussed in Florida which could change texting while driving into a primary offense.
Motorcycle Accident Victims' Hidden Injuries
December 1, 2017 | Category: Motorcycle AccidentsMotorcyclists, do you know when you are injured in an accident? The answer to this question may be no.
How To Avoid Dangerous Toys When Holiday Shopping
November 29, 2017 | Category: Child Injuries, Defective ProductsMany of us will be purchasing toys for children during the Christmas and Hanukkah season. We at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., would like to remind shoppers, that toys need to be safe and age-appropriate.