Bicycles are used in Florida to commute, for exercise, and for fun. While bicycles are a popular mode of transportation and leisure activity, bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers of motor vehicles. Bike crashes that involve falls are more common incidents but bicycle crashes that involve motor vehicles are especially dangerous for
Electric scooters (e-scooters) have become popular alternative modes of transit in many cities throughout the United States, including South Florida. Unfortunately, the increased use of these motorized scooters, which can reach speeds up to 15 mph, has also meant that there has been an increased number of e-scooter personal injury cases and accidents. For example,
Security guards are hired to protect a business’s employees and customers at a number of locations, such as event venues, sporting sites, shopping centers, retail stores, hospitals, and apartment complexes. While security guards are hired to deter dangerous situations and provide protection to businesses, accidents occur in which the guards harm someone, resulting in devastating
What is a Negligent Security Case? Negligent Security cases involve someone becoming injured on a property as a result of a foreseeable crime. Florida property owners and businesses have a duty of care to provide adequate security so that their premises are reasonably safe. If a property owner or business fails to provide basic security
Do I have a negligent security case? Negligent Security is a legal concept that falls under premises liability and involves someone holding the property owner liable for their injuries and damages after a crime has occurred. Criminal acts that may lead to a negligent security case include robbery, assault, battery, rape, and even murder. If
