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blocking fire hydrant
27 Jul 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

When parking turns hazardous: Consequences of blocking a fire hydrant

You’re driving around in circles looking for street parking when suddenly you find the ideal spot. It’s in front of a fire hydrant, but you don’t see a no-parking sign, so you think it’s fine. Wrong! Parking in front of or otherwise…
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diy car boot removal
24 Jul 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Steer clear: The risks and reasons to avoid DIY car boot removal

You found the perfect parking spot after circling the block, but when you complete your errand, you see a big, bright yellow boot on your car’s tire. You’re stuck, so now what? Can you take it off yourself, or should you have your car towed? There…
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driving without a license vs driving without proof of license
24 Jul 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Understanding the distinction: Driving without a license vs. driving without proof of license

If you’re pulled over in Florida and cannot produce your driver’s license, you receive a citation. However, there’s a difference between being unable to produce the license because you don’t have it with you and being unable to produce…
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how to look up a license plate
30 Jun 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

How to look up license plate information (and what you can use it for)

Whether you want to purchase a used vehicle or track down a driver who left an accident scene, it’s important to be aware of the strict limitations on the kind of information you can obtain in a license plate search. There are also legal and…
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wrong way driver alert system
30 Jun 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

What you need to know about Florida's wrong-way driver alert system

There have been far too many wrong-way crashes in Florida over the years. In 2022 alone, more than 1,800 of these crashes claimed 128 lives. It seems that every couple of months there’s a news story about a horrible accident that kills multiple…
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ford super duty roof lawsuit
30 Jun 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Ford Super Duty roof lawsuits: “Built Ford Tough” is an inaccurate motto

It’s a slogan you’ve probably heard countless times through the years in TV ads – “Built Ford Tough.” But plaintiffs in lawsuits against the huge automaker strongly disagree – at least when it comes to Super Duty pickup trucks made…
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uber driver killed in florida
30 Jun 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Uber Eats driver killed and dismembered in Florida

Harsh realities and dangers delivery drivers face When you order from Uber Eats or any other delivery service, you probably don’t think twice about the potential dangers delivery drivers face. But the recent news of an Uber driver killed…
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msa workers comp
30 Jun 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Understanding Medicare Set-Asides (MSAs) in workers' compensation cases: What you need to know

If you’re either on Medicare or soon will be and you suffered a work-related injury or illness, you should seriously consider familiarizing yourself with Medicare Set-Asides, or MSAs. An MSA is an amount of money “set aside” from your…
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truck parking crisis
30 Jun 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Do you know there’s a truck parking crisis in the U.S.?

Imagine you’re driving to a job interview. You want to make a good impression, so you leave your home in plenty of time. But once you arrive, the parking lot is packed. You keep looking and looking but no one’s leaving. The nearest lot is…
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17 May 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

The rise and looming fall of gas station heroin

Walking up to the counter at your local 7-Eleven, you might notice an array of supplements and boosters, small bottles of pills or liquid promising strength for your workout, stamina in the bedroom, or energy for a long drive. In this seemingly-innocuous…
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amusement park safety
17 May 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

The reality of carnival and amusement park safety in Florida

In Florida, year-round nice weather means year-round fun at amusement parks and carnivals. One of the biggest concerns for many people is safety in amusement park rides, especially after recent news stories about fatal accidents. When the…
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who is responsible if a student driver crashes
17 May 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Who is responsible for a student driver crash?

Learning to drive is a major milestone in a young person's life, but with newfound freedom comes responsibility. Student drivers have to learn the rules of the road, be aware of their surroundings, and make smart decisions all at once. But…
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