Archive: 2025
Tesla and Other Self-Driving Vehicles Present Dangers Where Tesla and Other Manufacturers Can Be Liable for Accidents Caused by Faulty Technology and Misleading Consumers
October 14, 2025 | Category: Automobile AccidentsVehicles with autonomous or self-driving features are becoming increasingly common on our roadways. They, however, present a multitude of dangers to drivers and pedestrians. There have been many instances of failures in technology and a lack of safeguards causing serious and fatal accidents. The danger has arguably been made worse by the marketing and misrepresentations of the risks and limitations of the autopilot systems. Many people are lulled into a false sense of security because of...
Florida Jury Finds Tesla Liable for Over $200 Million in Damages for Accident Involving Self-Driving Autonomous Vehicle Feature
October 7, 2025 | Category: Automobile AccidentsIn 2019, an innocent couple standing next to their vehicles in the Florida Keys were stuck by a Tesla Model S. The young woman was killed and the young man suffered serious injuries. The driver of the Tesla had purchased a Tesla Model S with an “Enhanced Autopilot” option. The driver apparently wanted a vehicle to help with his long commute that enabled his vehicle to do most of the driving so he could do other tasks.
How Personal Injury Claims Actually Make the Community Safer
September 30, 2025 | Category: Personal InjuryPersonal injury claims play an important role in helping accident victims rebuild their lives. Not only is medical care for traumatic injuries incredibly expensive, but serious accidents can also leave victims unable to work, struggling with chronic pain, and facing a variety of other financial and non-financial consequences. All of these are important reasons why accident victims need an experienced Fort Myers personal injury attorney from Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. on...
Top 5 Most Overlooked Hazards for Boaters in Lee County
September 25, 2025 | Category: Boating AccidentsBoating is a common pastime for many Lee County residents, and for visitors, renting a boat or going on a charter can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But sometimes, boating excursions are memorable for all the wrong reasons. Boat accidents are far more common than they should be, and many boaters find themselves in need of an experienced Lee County accident lawyer who can help them file a claim for proper compensation.
Spivey Law Firm is Proud to Sponsor the Rotary Club of Fort Myers Golf Event
September 15, 2025 | Category: Firm NewsSpivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. is honored to be a sponsor for the golf event for the Rotary Club of Fort Myers. The proceeds are used to benefit our Southwest Florida community and several local charities.
Spivey Law Firm Once Again Supports the LaBelle Rotary Club Foundation “Round Up” Golf Tournament
September 5, 2025 | Category: Firm NewsThe Rotary Club of Labelle is hosting their annual “Round Up” golf tournament on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This event will take place at River Hall Country Club, 3500 River Hall Pkwy, Alva, FL 33920. The tournament starts at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start and 4 person teams. The entry fee is $100 per player for any interested golfers.
The Hidden Risks of Defective Children’s Products for Fort Myers Families
August 28, 2025 | Category: Defective Products, Personal InjuryAs a parent, you expect the products you buy to be safe for your family. This is especially true when it comes to products you buy for your children. Unfortunately, even children’s product companies often put their profits before safety. As a result, far too often, parents find themselves needing to speak with a Fort Myers defective product lawyer at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. about taking legal action.
Injured in an Uber or Lyft? Here's What You Need to Know
August 26, 2025 | Category: Automobile AccidentsAs ridesharing continues to grow in popularity, accidents during Uber and Lyft rides are becoming increasingly common as well. As a result, it is important for passengers to know their legal rights. If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft, you may be entitled to financial compensation. In this scenario, the first step toward seeking the compensation you deserve is to put an experienced Fort Myers accident lawyer from Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. on your side.
Proving Your Personal Injury Case: Evidence of Damages
August 21, 2025 | Category: Personal InjuryIf you have a personal injury case in Florida, seeking full compensation for your losses will start with determining how much you are entitled to recover. The costs of serious accident-related injuries can add up quickly, and under Florida law, accident victims are entitled to proper compensation for their non-financial losses as well. To ensure that you are seeking the full compensation you deserve, you will need to hire an experienced Fort Myers personal injury attorney with Spivey Law Firm,...
Pain and Suffering Claims in Florida: What Accident Victims Need to Know
July 31, 2025 | Category: Personal InjuryIf you have been injured in an accident, filing a claim for pain and suffering provides an opportunity to seek proper compensation above and beyond the financial costs of your injuries. However, proving your pain and suffering requires thorough documentation, and you must also demonstrate the extent to which you deserve to recover for these non-financial losses.