Visiting a hotel is often about relaxation and enjoyment. The last thing you expect while at a hotel is to sustain an injury that interrupts your trip or creates lots of life-complications. While hotels strive to offer a safe and welcoming environment, accidents and...
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Claims Involving Taxi, Uber, and Lyft Driver Accidents
by BriggsLawFirm | Sep 26, 2023 | Car Accidents
Rideshare companies make it easy to travel from one place to another, whether using a taxi, Uber, or Lyft. However, as more people turn to these services, the number of accidents involving these vehicles has also increased. Knowing your legal rights and who is liable...
Do I Have a Negligence Claim if I Fall in a Parking Lot?
by BriggsLawFirm | Jun 28, 2023 | Premises Liability
Did you recently suffer an injury because of a fall in a parking lot? If so, you may have grounds for a premises liability claim. This is a complex legal area that often leaves victims confused and unsure about their rights. Reaching out to a personal injury attorney...
Avoid Becoming a Victim of Road Rage
by BriggsLawFirm | May 26, 2023 | Car Accidents
Road rage can strike without notice, potentially placing you and your loved ones in harm’s way. For those lucky enough to have never experienced it, road rage is a term used to describe aggressive and dangerous behavior exhibited by drivers on the road. It is most...
Elder Abuse in Ocala Nursing Homes
by BriggsLawFirm | May 26, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse
Elder abuse has become an increasing concern throughout the United States, particularly in nursing homes located in Ocala, Florida. This mounting concern can be attributed to Florida’s massive population of 4.5 million seniors and the growing suspicion of...
Protecting Your Children: A Guide to Safe Children’s Toys
by BriggsLawFirm | Dec 13, 2022 | Injuries
Children's toys are meant to bring joy and facilitate learning, but unfortunately, not all toys on the market are safe. In recent years, numerous reports of children's toys have been recalled due to safety concerns such as choking hazards, toxic materials, and other...
Safety Tips for Florida Holiday Traveling
by BriggsLawFirm | Nov 13, 2022 | Injuries
Safety should be a top priority when traveling to and from Florida for the holidays. Here are some travel safety tips to keep in mind this season: Stay aware of your surroundings and use common sense when out and about. Pay attention to people around you, don't leave...
Do’s and Don’ts after a Motor Vehicle Accident in Florida
by BriggsLawFirm | Oct 5, 2022 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
A motor vehicle collision can be frightening, causing minor injuries or catastrophic trauma to its victims as well as costly property damage. According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there are at least 200,000 accidents annually in the state. The...
Uber & Lyft Auto Accidents
by BriggsLawFirm | Sep 13, 2022 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
As ride-sharing services have become more popular, so have the accidents involving Lyft and Uber vehicles. A recent study found that traffic fatalities rose in most major categories in 2019, with passenger vehicle occupants being number one. With more people opting...
Wrongful Death Claims after the Loss of a Loved One
by BriggsLawFirm | Aug 13, 2022 | Wrongful Death
The death of a loved one can be a devastating experience. If someone else's negligence caused the death, you might be able to file a wrongful death claim. In Florida, a wrongful death claim must be filed within two years of the date of death. You will not be able to...