Understanding Sovereign Immunity Claims in Florida

Recently, the 4th District Court of Appeals in Florida ruled that the Broward and Palm Beach County school boards did not have to reimburse the State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company for the medical expenses of three individuals injured in school bus accidents. The court made this decision because of sovereign immunity, a legal doctrine that protects government entities from being sued without their consent. This ruling raises important questions about the ... CONTINUE READING

3 Actions You Can Take to Help Build a Successful Case

Many factors can impact the success of your case. Personal injury lawsuits are civil rather than criminal and do not have the same burden of proof as you may be familiar with. While criminal cases require the prosecutor to prove a case “beyond a reasonable doubt,” all you need to prove in a civil case is that it is “more likely than not” that the defendant is responsible for any harm you have suffered. The most crucial ... CONTINUE READING

Score Big With Kid-Friendly Tailgates

Football season is underway, and many Americans will start spending their Saturdays and Sundays tailgating in stadium parking lots. It doesn’t matter if you’re going to an NFL or college game; tailgating is a great way to spend time with your friends and family before the big game. While many tailgates consist of adult activities like drinking alcohol and blasting loud music, many prefer to make it a family affair ... CONTINUE READING

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