Welcome to our personal injury blog. Here you’ll find out more about the hottest topics in personal injury law. Should you ever suffer a personal injury and need professional representation to help you get fair compensation, our expert legal team at Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath is here to help.

is it illegal to drive with brights on
18 Dec 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Is it illegal to drive with your brights on in Florida?

Driving at night can be difficult when you can’t see well in the dark. While turning your bright lights on might be tempting, knowing this isn’t legal in Florida is essential. Driving with your bright lights on can be dangerous and cause…
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11 Dec 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

“Killer antihistamine”: The dangers of cyproheptadine

With a name that’s difficult to pronounce, cyproheptadine may seem like something from a sci-fi movie. However, cyproheptadine danger is an all-too-real threat to the citizens of Florida and is readily available in weight loss remedies made…
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04 Dec 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Non-traumatic acquired brain injury vs. traumatic brain injury: What you need to know

Want to know the greatest difference between a non-traumatic acquired brain injury (ABI) and a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? It all comes down to where the injury came from: ABIs are caused by internal factors, while TBIs are caused by external…
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unusual personal injury cases
30 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Top 5 unusual personal injury cases

Some of the most common personal injury cases include car accidents, slip and fall cases, and pedestrian accidents. Yet, not all individual injury cases are that straightforward. At Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath, our West Palm Beach…
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27 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Cancer and medical malpractice cases: How it happens and what you can do about it

A cancer diagnosis can force you into the harsh reality of surgery, chemotherapy, and illness as you fight to overcome the disease. The only thing that may be worse is if your doctor fails to recognize the symptoms soon enough or makes mistakes…
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back pain in young adults
23 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Understanding and treating back pain in young adults

Back pain can range from minor discomforts to severe debilitation. These pains can impact someone's ability to work, engage in social activities, or live an everyday life. Even though back pain is common and likely improves over time, some cases…
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20 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Pedestrian traffic incidents on college campuses: Prevention, statistics, and more

College and university life is often filled with walking to classes (or running, if you overslept) via pathways and pedestrian bridges. A great deal of thought goes into preventing pedestrian traffic incidents on college campuses, but there…
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dangerous home chemicals
16 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Hazards under the sink: Top dangerous home chemicals

The products we use to clean our homes often contain dangerous chemicals. These toxins can cause severe injuries or even fatalities if they are not stored correctly and in secure locations. If a hazardous home chemical has injured you or a loved…
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13 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

What to do if the at-fault driver lied to the insurance company

After a car accident, liable parties are likely to take extraordinary measures to avoid their financial obligations. However, many injury victims are shocked to find out that the at-fault driver lied to insurance. Your West Palm Beach car accident…
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free veteran legal help
09 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Free legal help for veterans in Florida

Taking care of those who have sacrificed so much You’ve served your country, and now you’ve found yourself in legal trouble. Or, perhaps you’re trying to file a claim with the VA to secure the benefits you put your life on the line…
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florida dangerous dog law
09 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Understanding Florida’s new dangerous dog law

Pitbulls and certain other canine breeds have long been perceived as inherently dangerous dogs. This is why certain states, such as Florida, have enacted laws allowing specific entities to create restrictions for owners of such breeds. However,…
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danger of keyless cars
07 Nov 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Hidden and not-so-hidden dangers of keyless cars

A few decades ago, the thought of a keyless car would be quite strange, even seeming impossible. There is no doubt, though, that any time a person lost their key, or it broke off in the ignition, such a tool would have been a great thing to…
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