Fort Walton Beach Legal Blog

Every spring and summer, Florida’s roads get busier due to parties, vacations and celebrations. Unfortunately, that also means a rise in drunk driving accidents. For those hurt by someone else’s reckless decision to drive under the influence, the physical and

Here in Okaloosa County, we are already approaching the peak summer tourist season. Early May is a time for late-term spring breakers and new graduates to descend on the beach towns like Fort Walton with their exuberant partying. Locals have

Drivers have to be able to give their full attention to driving. While some people think of distractions as things that take the driver’s eyes off the road, it can also include the driver’s thoughts being taken away from driving. 

If you get into a car accident, there is always a chance that you could suffer serious injuries or that someone could pass away in the crash. However, statistics show that this chance is not equal for every driver in

It’s easy to assume that all drivers on the roads are in the right mental and physical spaces to drive, but that’s not always the case. Some people have a few drinks and then decide to drive somewhere. That decision

Spring break is a time for fun and relaxation, but accidents can happen. When a drunk driver causes a crash, safety should be the first priority. Check for injuries on yourself and others involved. If anyone is hurt, call 911

Much of your driving safety balances on the tires. They are the only thing in contact with the ground, and a problem there could make driving much more dangerous. Here are some things you can do to keep your tires

Fatigued or drowsy driving is a serious problem in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has studied the issue and found that hundreds of deaths likely occur annually in drowsy driving accidents. Additionally, more than 50,000

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. However, you will need to show that the other driver was negligent.  Negligence occurs when another driver causes harm because they did not exercise

Social media is a big part of many people’s lives, but it can cause problems after a car accident. Posting certain photos or updates online can hurt your personal injury claim.  Understanding the risks can help you protect your rights.

A tailgater is inherently a dangerous driver. Whether they are oblivious to the risk and tailgating accidentally or doing it on purpose—perhaps as a form of road rage—they are increasing the odds of a car accident. As the front driver,

Texting and driving is very dangerous because it significantly increases the odds of a car accident. A driver who is looking down at their phone or trying to type with one hand simply can’t react as well to the conditions