Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years In the moments following a car accident, it is common for people to apologize or speculate about what may have happened. While these reactions are often simply expressions of concern or politeness, statements made at…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Beginning February 1, 2026, travelers who arrive at a TSA checkpoint without an acceptable form of identification may still be able to proceed through security using TSA ConfirmID. By paying a $45 fee, TSA will…
Continue reading ›Florida lawmakers have proposed new legislation known as Isaiah’s Law, aimed at strengthening penalties for individuals who repeatedly drive without a valid driver’s license. The law is named in memory of a young victim killed by an unlicensed driver, and its goal is to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Under the proposal, individuals with…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive YearsFlorida’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage provides up to $10,000 in medical and wage loss benefits after a motor vehicle accident, regardless of who was at fault. While this coverage can help with initial expenses, serious…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. Florida lawmakers are taking a tougher stance on extreme speeding. Under proposed legislation often compared to “Super Speeder” laws in other states, drivers who travel at extremely high speeds could face significant penalties. The law targets the most dangerous speeding behavior. Drivers who are caught traveling 100 miles per…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Madddux, Esq. Florida law places strict responsibilities on owners of dogs that have been officially classified as “dangerous.” One important requirement many people are unaware of is the obligation to carry liability insurance. Under Florida’s Dangerous Dog Law, once a dog is formally designated as dangerous after an investigation, the owner…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years In a personal injury claim, insurance companies closely review many sources of information. Police reports, medical records, witness statements, and even recorded conversations may all be examined as part of their investigation. Because of this,…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years After an accident, insurance adjusters may sound friendly and helpful. However, it’s important to remember who they represent. Their job is to protect the insurance company and limit how much the company pays on claims.…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years One of the most important protections you can add to your auto insurance policy in Florida is uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM) coverage. Many drivers do not realize how critical this coverage is until after an accident…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Many people assume that if they were partly responsible for a car accident, they cannot pursue compensation. In Florida, that’s not necessarily true. Under Florida’s comparative fault rule, an injured person may still recover damages…
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