Fort Myers Accident Attorney Says 2021 Lee County Traffic Deaths in Triple Figures
February 10, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Truck Accidents2021 was one of the deadliest years since 2017 for Lee County, Florida. What should you do if you have an accident?
Fort Myers Burn Injury Attorney Says Car Accident Burn Victims May Be Entitled to Compensation
February 8, 2022 | Category: Automobile AccidentsCar accident burn injuries are common when victims are exposed to heat, toxic chemicals, or electricity in a crash. Each burn injury is different.
Steps to Take in a Port Charlotte, Florida Wrongful Death Lawsuit
February 7, 2022 | Category: Personal Injury, Wrongful DeathIf you have lost a loved one in a fatal accident in Port Charlotte or elsewhere in Florida, your family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. In addition to providing eligible family members with financial compensation, filing a wrongful death suit ensures that the responsible party is held accountable, and it can provide the closure that family members need to move forward with everyday life.
Who is Considered a Vulnerable Road User in Florida?
February 3, 2022 | Category: Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian AccidentsVulnerable road users are usually defined as those who are not protected by being in a car, truck, or bus because they have no metal covering if they are in an accident.
Wild About Crow 2022 Fort Myers Event Sponsored by Spivey Law Firm
February 1, 2022 | Category: Community Support, Firm NewsCROW is holding its annual fundraising event at the Burroughs Home and Gardens in downtown Fort Myers on March 11, 2022, between 6:15 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. is proud to again be supporting this very worthwhile event.
After the Accident: How Can I Prove My Pain and Suffering?
January 28, 2022 | Category: Automobile AccidentsIf you were seriously injured in an accident that was someone else’s fault, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your pain and suffering. Accident victims are entitled to just compensation for these “non-pecuniary” losses under Florida law. If you have a claim, an experienced Fort Myers personal injury attorney can help you seek the monetary compensation you deserve. Below are some of the ways in which you can help your attorney prove your pain and suffering.
Fort Myers Distracted Driving Lawyer Answers the Question - Why is Distracted Driving Still a Problem?
January 27, 2022 | Category: Automobile AccidentsAn alarming number of traffic accidents are reportedly linked to driving while distracted, including cell phone use while driving, which results in injuries and tragic deaths. Florida is the second-worst state for distracted driving, ranking only behind Louisiana in first place.
Common Causes of Wrong-Way Crashes
January 26, 2022 | Category: Automobile AccidentsWrong-way crashes are alarmingly common. According to the latest data from Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are roughly 1,400 wrong-way accidents in Florida each year—equating to approximately four such accidents every single day. Why are wrong-way crashes so common? Our Fort Myers car accident lawyer Randall L. Spivey explains.
Fort Myers DUI Accident Lawyer Says New Law Requires Technology That Could Help Stop Drunk Drivers
January 25, 2022 | Category: DUI AccidentsThe November 2021 signing of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act by the administration is lauded by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) as the most significant lifesaving legislation in the 41-year history of MADD.
Texting While Driving: How to Prove Your Crash Was Caused by Someone Who Was Texting
January 21, 2022 | Category: Automobile AccidentsTexting is among the leading causes of car accidents in Florida. According to the latest data from Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), of the 341,399 car accidents in Florida in 2020, 48,537 – or roughly 1 in 7 – involved distracted drivers. If you were injured in an accident involving a texting driver, there are several types of evidence a Fort Myers car accident attorney can use to prove that the driver is liable for your injuries.