Category Archives: Florida Law
Understanding Florida’s 14-Day Rule After a Rear-End Collision in Miami
Experiencing a rear-end collision on the bustling streets of Miami, Florida, can be a jarring experience with potential long-term consequences. Amidst the chaos of the accident aftermath, understanding the legal intricacies surrounding medical treatment becomes paramount. In Florida, the 14-day rule stands as a critical component of the state’s legal framework for car accident… Read More »
What Is the Florida 14-Day Accident Law?
Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience that can have far-reaching consequences. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a severe collision, the aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. In Florida, understanding the legal requirements surrounding medical treatment following an accident is crucial for protecting your rights… Read More »
Florida’s 14-Day Rule After a Car Accident
Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience, and navigating the aftermath can be overwhelming. In Florida, understanding the legal requirements surrounding medical treatment following an accident is crucial. One such requirement is the 14-day rule, which dictates that individuals injured in a car accident must seek medical treatment within 14 days… Read More »
Skip Pita Selected to the 2020 Florida Super Lawyers List!
Congratulations to Skip Pita of Pita Weber Del Prado for being selected to the 2020 Florida Super Lawyers List! Only 5% of lawyers achieve this prestigious recognition. Super Lawyers is an attorney rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement…. Read More »
Randy Weber selected to the 2020 Florida Super Lawyers List!
Congratulations to Randy Weber of Pita Weber Del Prado for being selected to the 2020 Florida Super Lawyers List! Only 5% of lawyers achieve this prestigious recognition. Super Lawyers is an attorney rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional… Read More »
New Texting While Driving Law in Florida Takes Effect October 1, 2019: What You Need to Know
Florida, which sees nearly 50,000 motor vehicle collisions caused by distracted driving per year, was among the last states to implement primary texting while driving ban. The law, which took effect on July 1, allows law enforcement officers to stop motorists who are texting while operating a vehicle. Previously, texting and driving was not… Read More »
Florida’s Malpractice Caps Take Another Hit
Medical malpractice actions in Florida are, in a word, convoluted. There are many hoops that a plaintiff must jump through before officially filing the lawsuit with a court. And, unfortunately for the plaintiff, it appears that the deck is stacked in favor of the medical professional. In fact, although having an attorney assist a… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court Changes the Rules for Medical Malpractice Procedure
Suing a health care provider for medical malpractice is a big commitment due to the time and complexity these cases require. One of the biggest hurdles, unfortunately designed in favor of doctors and other providers, is the presuit notice and investigation process. The presuit process is represented as encouraging injured patients and healthcare providers… Read More »
Will Florida Repeal No-Fault Car Insurance?
Few unfortunate events inspire disputes the way car accidents do, and dealing with insurance claims and limitations only complicate these matters. Car accidents, while relatively common with most people experiencing three to four over their lifetimes, are usually viewed as one of the more preventable events that exist, but they can lead to significant… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court to Consider a Medical Malpractice Case Involving Anesthesiology
Surgical procedures come with inherent risks that cannot be completely eradicated, but one of the more dangerous aspects of any operation is anesthesia. If anesthesia is administered or monitored improperly, the doctor or other responsible health care provider could be liable for medical malpractice if an injury occurs. When people think about receiving anesthesia,… Read More »
