5 Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident
November 10, 2020 | Category: Motorcycle AccidentsMore motorcyclists than ever are taking to the road in Florida to enjoy the beautiful weather and scenery. It is essential that motorcyclists take precautions to reduce their risk of being involved in accidents. Negligent drivers, tired and reckless motorists, and drunk drivers cause motorcycle accidents each year, including head-on collisions and sideswipe accidents, which are the most common causes of severe injuries.
Spivey Law Firm Main Sponsor of Southwest Florida ABATE 2020 Veterans Christmas Ride
November 9, 2020 | Category: Firm News, Motorcycle AccidentsOur veterans are our heroes, and we at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. appreciate the service they have given to keep us and our country safe so we can enjoy our freedoms. We are once again proud to be the main sponsor of ABATE of Florida, Inc., Southwest Chapter’s Annual Christmas Run to the Douglas T. Jacobson Veterans Home in Port Charlotte.
What Is the Difference Between Impairment and Intoxication?
November 6, 2020 | Category: DUI AccidentsIs there a difference between impairment and intoxication? A Fort Myers DUI accident lawyer says, “Yes, there is a difference, but both are dangerous when a person considers driving after drinking.”
Healing From the Effects of a Drunk Driving Accident: Steps You Can Take to Heal Physically, Emotionally and Financially
November 5, 2020 | Category: DUI AccidentsEvery day, nearly 30 people across the United States die in a drunk-driving accident. That is approximately one preventable death every 50 minutes. In Florida, where drunk drivers cause 25% of car accidents, the death toll is nearly one person per day. Despite the emotional toll, drunk driving also takes a huge financial toll on injured individuals and their families. Our Fort Myers accident lawyer knows that drunk driving accidents cost tens of billions of dollars a year; however, it is...
Why Roundabouts May Be Dangerous
November 4, 2020 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck AccidentsRoundabouts may cause fewer accidents than intersections, but a Fort Myers accident lawyer believes motorists need to avoid unsafe driving practices when traveling through them.
5 Surprising Facts About Bicycle Accidents in Florida
November 3, 2020 | Category: Bike AccidentsMore Floridians are opting to use bicycles instead of other modes of transportation, and given our consistently beautiful weather, that should not come as a surprise. Whether it is for exercise, commuting to work, or spending a day under the sun with family or friends, many people opt for two wheels instead of four. Whatever the reason, the last thing on most bikers’ minds is the prospect of being involved in a life-altering accident.
Why Are Accident Investigations Important?
November 2, 2020 | Category: Automobile AccidentsAccident investigations are important in determining liability in vehicle accidents, says a Fort Myers personal injury lawyer.
Driver Fatigue Is a Recipe for Disaster
October 30, 2020 | Category: Automobile AccidentsBeing over-worked and over-tired is the norm for many drivers on U.S. roadways. A good night’s sleep is a necessity to prevent the effects of fatigue.
Fort Myers Personal Injury Attorney Randall L. Spivey Explains Florida’s “Special Hazards” Law
October 29, 2020 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Personal InjuryFrequently, devastating car accidents happen even when the at-fault driver is driving “under the speed limit.” However, driving under the speed limit does not relieve drivers of their duties to avoid collisions.
Common Defective Product Injuries
October 27, 2020 | Category: Defective ProductsFlorida law allows people who have been hurt due to product defects to seek compensation for their injuries through product liability lawsuits. If you’ve been injured by a product you were using for its intended purpose, you will likely be able to sue the manufacturer and be reimbursed for your medical expenses and pain and suffering. After an injury, it’s best to speak with a Fort Myers defective product lawyer to figure out the particulars of your case and how your lawsuit might move...