Personal Injury Blog

Mark Roman | June 15, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists are particularly at risk of injury in traffic accidents. As a bicyclist, you should know and obey all of the bicycle laws in Florida. Although all of the laws are important, some are more relevant than others.  Bicycles Are Classified as Vehicles Under Florida law, bicycles are considered vehicles. This means bicyclists have to… read more

Mark Roman | June 10, 2022 | Brain Injuries

Whenever an injury occurs to the head, it’s important to seek immediate treatment to determine the extent of the damage. Brain injuries may occur in a variety of different situations, such as a fall, a sports injury, or a car crash.  The extent of the damage isn’t always immediately apparent, especially if there is no… read more

Mark Roman | June 10, 2022 | Brain Injuries

After sustaining a head injury, it’s important to see a doctor to rule out the potential for more serious damage to the brain or skull. Brain injuries, especially when left untreated, can result in further damage to the body, and in some cases, they may be fatal.  If you have been in an accident, sustained… read more

Mark Roman | June 3, 2022 | Car Accidents

If you’ve been in a car accident in Florida, you’re probably full of questions, including whether you have to report the accident.  Suppose a car accident causes damage to a vehicle or other property but doesn’t meet the criteria for a police report. In that case, it still has to be reported within ten days… read more

Mark Roman | May 25, 2022 | Florida Law

Did you know that the word “jaywalking” doesn’t exist in any Florida regulations? It is simply slang that has been in use since the early 20th century. Even though the term has no legal meaning, it is well understood by the general public. Jaywalking is the act of crossing a road by a pedestrian at… read more

Mark Roman | May 24, 2022 | Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks are the undisputed kings of the road. Weighing in at double-digit tons, they are significantly larger than almost any other vehicles on the road. Because tractor-trailers are so large, they create a level of danger that other vehicles don’t. To combat this, they are held to restrictions that most other vehicles aren’t. In… read more

Mark Roman | May 21, 2022 | Uber & Lyft Accidents

Ridesharing services, especially Uber and Lyft, have turned the taxi service industry upside down. Instead of a taxi service providing a fleet of questionably maintained cars and sometimes unfriendly drivers, Uber and Lyft contract with private individuals, using their own vehicles for transportation.  However, both companies have strict requirements for drivers and the cars used… read more

Mark Roman | May 20, 2022 | Personal Injury

Being injured by another party can be devastating for the victim and their family. In addition to the physical and emotional damage caused by an accident, the victim can incur substantial financial losses and expenses. Recovering fair compensation for an accident claim is essential for victims trying to put their lives back together after an… read more

Mark Roman | May 5, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents

A bicycle accident can cause physical and mental trauma. After a manual or electric bike accident, you could face injuries ranging from road rash to paralysis. The steps you take after an e-bike accident could determine your right to recover compensation for your injuries. Yet most bike riders do not know what to do after… read more

Mark Roman | May 4, 2022 | Florida Law

Florida wildlife law divides non-domestic animals into three classes. Florida prohibits individuals from owning and possessing Class I animals as pets. But the state allows people to have Class II and III animals as pets. Sloths fall into Class III. So, is it legal to own a sloth? As long as you obtain a license,… read more