40% of car accidents in Florida during the festive season are caused by drunk driving. The national institute of alcohol abuse and alcoholism (NHTSA) indicates a 12% increase from the rest of the year. Holidays are the best part of the year, and you are probably...
In a Borrowed Car Accident in Florida, Who is Held Liable?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Dec 17, 2020 | Car Accidents, Auto Accident, Hit and Run Accident
If you're involved in a borrowed car accident in Florida, who is responsible? who pays? You are a careful driver. You also take care of your vehicle to prevent any breakdowns or mishaps that may cause an accident. Unfortunately, not everyone is as careful when they...
Injury and Liability Waivers in Florida: How Does Signing A Waiver Affect Your Case?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Nov 17, 2020 | Personal Injury, Negligent Security, Premises Liability
The Impact Injury and Liability Waivers Have On A Personal Injury Case in Florida Most modern-day organizations, especially those that host events that involve various outdoor activities, require the users who use their premises to sign a liability waiver. Liability...
Florida distracted driving accidents: cell phones are not the only problem.
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Oct 8, 2020 | Truck Accident, Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Drunk Driver, Hit and Run Accident, Motorcycle Accident
Florida distracted driving accidents can be caused by other activities When you are behind the wheel of an automobile, it is vital to keep your attention on what you are doing. This can be especially hard nowadays. The instinct and impulse to look at your smartphone...
How are South Florida Wrongful Death Cases and Survival Action Cases Different?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Sep 24, 2020 | Wrongful Death
In South Florida, are Wrongful Death and Survival Action Cases Different? Death is a tragic experience. According to the law of Florida, no cause of action dies with a person. In South Florida, injury and death cases may require one to either file a wrongful death...
What is it and How Do You Prove Negligent Security in Florida?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Sep 9, 2020 | Negligent Security
How Do You Prove Negligent Security in Florida? If you are the victim of a crime, pursuing the criminal may not fully compensate you for your losses. Finding the perpetrator likely will involve considerable time and effort. Even when the criminal is apprehended and...
Will COVID-19 cause an increase in Florida medical malpractice claims?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Aug 25, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Will Florida Medical Malpractice Claims increase because of COVID-19? The country continues to reel from the COVID-19 crisis. The pandemic has made millions of people ill and caused the deaths of tens of thousands. The eyes of the nation have been rightly focused on...
What needs to happen to a child’s seat after a car accident?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Aug 13, 2020 | Car Accidents, Safety Tips
After A Car Accident, Here's What You Should Do With Your Child's Car Seat Car seats have a critical role in securing the youngest of passengers against injuries. Damaged or used car seats may not adequately secure children when a collision occurs. Automobile...
6 Things Your Insurance Company Don’t Want You To Know
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Jul 30, 2020 | Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Insurance Policy, Truck Accident
Driving is a risky business. Even if you are careful and conscientious when on the road, you can still get into an accident. When this happens, you must act to get the compensation you deserve. A Florida auto accident attorney can help you in this endeavor. In...
Can a Company Be Held Liable for Injuries Caused By Its Employees?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Jul 15, 2020 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall Injury
In many instances, an at-fault driver or another person who injures you was working for someone else. That circumstance raises the potential of the company's liability for your injury claim. The ability to pursue the company offers the important advantage of reaching...