Road rage in Florida is both widespread and dangerous. In 2021, there were 728 road rage incidents involving guns nationwide. 62% of these events caused injury or death. Some of these shocking Florida incidents make international news every year. For example, there was one crime in which a man pulled out a gun after another …
According to the Florida Department of Health, hundreds of people fall victim to dog bites yearly. Some of them even die from their injuries. Children and infants are most at risk from dog bites and are least able to defend themselves. If a vicious dog injures you or a member of your family, you have …
Legally Assessing Dangerous Dog Breeds in Florida Read More »
Every state in America has some laws and regulations on animals, and Florida is no different. Florida dog laws are in place to ensure the safety of your pet and other dogs and the peaceful coexistence of animals and humans. Like others within the United States, these laws deal with issues like biting, vaccinations, and …
For a few years now, people have been driving golf carts places other than just the golf course. They are a great form of transportation for first-time drivers, families, and retirees in Florida. Whether on a vacation resort or a retirement community, you’ll likely drive a golf cart at some point in Florida. Golf carts …
Tragic events happen. When they do, we need to be prepared to handle them, if not for ourselves, then for the sake of family members. The first step requires understanding who to go to with questions, particularly in wrongful death cases. Contact Pamela Olsen, Esq, injury and accident attorney, Ocala, FL, when you have questions …
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Florida uses compensatory damage to help individuals recover from the losses associated with an accident. Our team at Pamela Olsen Law can help you learn more about compensatory damage in Florida and how it relates to your personal injury claim. You can review the facts about this form of compensation in greater detail when you …
Many people feel uncomfortable filing a lawsuit in a state court. It often costs a lot of money to file a claim with a repudiated lawyer—someone who can help you better navigate labyrinthine court procedures—and if you’re pursuing a small amount of money, hiring a lawyer could cost more than you’d receive. Luckily, small claims …
After alcohol, marijuana is the substance that is most connected to impaired driving. Yet, little data is available on the effect of marijuana and other drugs on drivers and their role in motor vehicle accidents. Medical marijuana is legal in Florida and 21 other states. Eleven states have also legalized its recreational use. Marijuana impaired driving has severe consequences. Speeding …
Seeing as Florida has some of the most dangerous intersections in the country, it shouldn’t be too much of a surprise that pedestrian accidents and bicycle accidents occur every day in this state. These accidents cover the gamut when it comes to injuries, and while most are minor, a lot of them leave the …
It can be a tough choice to choose to file for disability in the state of Florida. You may have worked hard your entire life, and acknowledging that you are in need of Social Security Disability (SSDI) can be extremely difficult. However, there’s no need to feel bad about this decision. In fact, about a quarter …
Even though every lawyer has different lawsuit specialties, the types of injuries and specifics of every case will vary widely. What will remain consistent across all types of lawsuits, however, is the lawsuit process. The 10 steps in a medical malpractice lawsuit can end up taking many years to complete, which is why it’s …
It is official, texting while driving in Florida has become illegal. In May during an event in Sarasota Governor Ron DeSantis signed bill HB 107. This new piece of legislation has made using your phone while driving in the state of Florida a primary offense. In addition, the law also designates school zones and …
Texting While Driving In FL Is Now Illegal: What You Need To Know Read More »
April marks “National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.” Because of this, we are excited to announce some good news in the world of safe driving. When it comes to driving laws across the United States, it always seemed like Florida has always been at the bottom of the list. When it comes to texting and …
2019: Could This Be The Year FL Passes Tough Distracted Driving Laws? Read More »
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