The Difference Between Tort Law and Personal Injury Law

When someone gets hurt because of another person’s actions, it often falls under the legal world of tort law or personal injury law. While these two terms are closely connected, they are not exactly the same.  Understanding the difference between tort law and personal injury law can help you know your rights, what kind of […]

Filing a Lawsuit Against a City for Negligence

Cities and towns have a legal duty to keep public spaces safe. When they fail to do so, whether through poor maintenance, lack of warning, or other forms of negligence, people can get hurt. When someone is hurt because of another’s carelessness, they can usually hold the negligent party responsible through a personal injury claim. […]

Do You Need A Front License Plate In Florida?

If you live in a state like New York, California, or Texas, you might notice something different about vehicles in Florida — they have no front license plate. Unlike car owners in these three and 26 other states, Floridians must only have a single license plate affixed to the rear of their vehicles. This has […]

What Does Yielding the Right of Way Mean? 

Whether you’re a new driver or one with decades of experience, you should know the laws regarding yielding the right of way. Even though the term is familiar, not everyone remembers exactly what that means or how new traffic laws may alter right-of-way regulations.  The CDC reports that motor vehicle crashes are one of the […]