Bill Allen | May 29, 2021 | Car Accidents
If you were not hurt in a car accident in Florida, it is unlikely that you have the standing to sue the other driver, even if that driver caused the car accident. Florida is a no-fault state for automobile insurance. The state’s no-fault insurance laws… read more
Bill Allen | May 25, 2021 | Car Accidents
Most individuals believe they know what they should and should not do after a car accident in Florida. However, the moments following a motor vehicle accident can be confusing and overwhelming. You may be in shock or severely injured. The steps you take after a… read more
Bill Allen | May 18, 2021 | Florida Law
Many states have universal helmet laws for motorcyclists. Florida laws require that all riders wear an approved motorcycle helmet. However, there is an exception to that law. Florida Motorcycle Helmet Laws Florida Statute §316.211 states that no one may ride or operate a motorcycle unless… read more
Bill Allen | May 14, 2021 | Car Accidents
Car crashes in Florida are very common. In 2019, there were 401,867 motor vehicle accidents statewide. Of these, 2,951 were fatal crashes, which resulted in 3,185 fatalities. In 2020, there were 4,560 car accidents in Alachua County, resulting in 48 traffic deaths. The odds of… read more
Bill Allen | April 27, 2021 | Florida Law
Florida has a drunk driving problem. Florida’s rate of drunk driving and the number of deaths caused by drunk drivers in Florida exceed the national averages. As a result, Florida has strict laws and harsh penalties for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol…. read more
Bill Allen | April 19, 2021 | Common Personal Injury Issues
Some people call their distracted driving “multitasking.” Drivers often believe they can perform two tasks simultaneously without decreasing performance. Unfortunately, that is not the case. If you are texting while driving, your eyes leave the road and your hands are not on the steering wheel…. read more
Bill Allen | April 17, 2021 | Personal Injury Questions
We are all used to seeing yellow school buses throughout the year transporting children to and from school or school-related activities. However, do you know the rules in Florida regarding stopping for a school bus? Surprisingly, many people don’t understand when they must stop for… read more
Bill Allen | April 16, 2021 | Personal Injury Questions
ATVs and go-karts are popular throughout Florida, including Gainesville. Owners need to understand where they can legally operate and ride their off-road vehicles to avoid legal problems. Learning how Florida defines these vehicles is the first step to knowing where you can ride your ATV… read more
Bill Allen | April 7, 2021 | Florida Law
A police officer is required to have a valid reason for pulling you over and detaining you. Otherwise, the traffic stop is unlawful. However, a traffic stop is not the time to argue this point with the police officer. Since almost every driver is likely… read more
Bill Allen | April 6, 2021 | Florida Law
It’s terrible to see flashing blue lights behind your vehicle. You know that you are being pulled over. You immediately begin to think about how much money this traffic ticket is going to cost you. Most drivers receive one or more traffic tickets during their… read more