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.

gynecologic cancer awareness month
31 Oct 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

National Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

Each year more than 110,000 women are diagnosed with some form of gynecologic cancer, and over 30,000 die. September is National Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, a time to not only increase awareness of these terrible diseases, but also to…
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28 Oct 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Gearing up for Biketoberfest? Review These Florida Lane-Splitting Laws Before You Go

Biketoberfest is a fantastic event in Daytona. If you love to ride and haven’t experienced it before, you owe it to yourself to do just that, but make sure you do it safely and that you arrive there safely because motorcycle accidents can…
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28 Oct 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Major Differences Between an Autopsy Report & Death Certificate in Florida

If you’ve lost a family member in an accident caused by someone else, especially if they were negligent, as a surviving family member, you might be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the liable person. In order to effectively prove…
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halloween safety
27 Oct 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Halloween Safety for Homeowners: Tips to Avoid Lawsuits in Spooky Season

Halloween should be a fun night for children and adults alike. Whether you go all out decorating your home or if you provide treats for the kids that go trick-or-treating, the last thing you want is for anyone – child or adult – to get hurt…
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florida autopsy reports
19 Sep 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Important Things to Consider About Autopsy in Florida

It’s normal to seek answers for questions surrounding a loved one’s death. Autopsy can provide some of those answers, especially the cause of death, but that’s not all an autopsy can do. The procedure can clear up inconsistencies in the…
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car crash in parking lot
09 Sep 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Car Crashes in Parking Lots vs. Roadways

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), tens of thousands of crashes happen in parking lots and garage structures each year, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. The numbers annually amount to around 60,000 people…
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older adult mental health
26 Aug 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Mental Health Resources for Older Adults in Florida

Older adults can experience the same mental health challenges as younger people. So why does it seem like only young and middle-aged populations are targeted in campaigns for better access to mental health care? We don’t know either, but we…
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weekend effect hospital
14 Aug 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

The weekend effect: Why going to the hospital on a Friday or Saturday night could be risky

It’s scary to think that you may not receive the same quality of care if you visit the hospital over the weekend instead of during the week. Unfortunately, some patients have discovered the so-called “weekend effect” the hard way. The…
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mcdonalds app glitch
14 Aug 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Customer Sues Over McDonald’s App Glitch

Products and services are meant to function as they’re sold and advertised, and when they don’t, consumers may have legal recourse to collect damages. A recent example through which customers asserted their legal rights against a company…
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post op checklist
14 Aug 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Post-Op Checklist for Patients

After you have an operation, the most important thing is to take care of yourself and follow all the necessary steps to heal and recover. You should complete the post-op directions given to you by a medical professional, but to help, we compiled…
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how to tell if a used car has flood damage
14 Aug 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

How to Tell if Your Used Car Has Flood Damage

When it’s time to purchase a vehicle, many people opt for a used car. Everyone has their own list of things they’re looking for when car shopping, and maybe even a list of things they’re willing to compromise on. One thing they shouldn’t…
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talk and die syndrome
03 Aug 2022 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Talk and Die Syndrome: When ‘Minor’ Head Injuries Turn Deadly

Talk and die syndrome is a term used to describe the phenomenon when someone sustains what seems to be a minor head injury, appears to be fine, and then suddenly dies.  Usually, it starts with someone hitting their head, and then they will…
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