Florida Injury And Accident Lawyer Blog

Just this month, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety issued a report regarding the motorcycle helmet use laws for each of the states. The Institute's research found that "laws requiring all motorcyclists to wear a helmet are in place in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Laws requiring only some motorcyclists to wear a helmet are in place in 27 states.
There is no motorcycle helmet use law in 3 states (Illinois, Iowa, and New Hampshire)."

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Now that the days of summer are upon us, many people will be spending more time outdoors, especially children. As a Personal Injury Attorney and a Dad, I get the phone calls when children are injured, and these are the toughest cases to deal with. Therefore, I want to just remind everyone that many children are injured while biking, playing, driving in cars and while engaging in water sports.

Parents, please take each and every precaution that you can to prevent an unnecessary injury. I know we can't protect them from everything, but we can teach them the skills they need to watch out for themselves and others going forward.

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The Dellutri Law Group is proud to announce that it has started a new blog designed to protect the Consumers of Southwest Florida.

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Judge G. Keith Cary has been the chief judge in the 20th Judicial Circuit since 2007. His term will end on June 30, 2011. The Chief Judge handles the administrative duties of our local court system, dealing with budgeting issues, staff issues, etc.

At the end of his term Judge Cary will turn over the reigns to Judge Rosman, and he will resume his post on the bench. I've been fortunate to appear in front of Judge Cary from time to time, and I have always enjoyed the experience. I have always found him to be extremely prepared, thoughtful and fair.

Judge Cary has served the people of Southwest Florida proudly in a very critical time. Although some criticize the Judge's positions and programs, there will always be a winner and a loser in courtroom battles. I'm sure Judge Cary gave the same thoughtful attention to his decisions as Chief Judge as he did/ will do again each day on the bench. It is easy to criticize when you are not making the tough decisions.

In life, we sometimes make the right decision and we sometimes make the wrong decisions, but it is the ability to think critically using all available resources at your disposal to make the tough decisions that sets apart the decision makers from the arm-chair quarterbacks.

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Fortunately, Florida has a tiered driver's license system in place for teen drivers. Teenagers in the State of Florida are allowed driving privileges in a series of steps. Every Parent should visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' website prior to their child turning 15. The FDHSMV's website advises that, "Florida's laws are designed to help teens gradually - and safely - build their skills and experience behind the wheel. The parents' job is to know and enforce the laws."

The FDHSMV has devloped a graduating driving system for teens due to some horrifying statists. According to the Department: Crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in Florida and across the United States.
Teens face the greatest risk of crashing during their first year of driving. One out of every five licensed 16-year-olds will be in a vehicle crash.

Teens are less likely than adults to understand the risks of driving because they lack experience. Also, their brains are still developing well into their 20s, affecting their judgment while driving. 306 Florida teens (ages 15-19) died in motor vehicle crashes in 2007.

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Automobile accidents happen. Often an automobile accident can be prevented; however, if you are involved in an automobile accident, the only real way to protect yourself is to make sure you are wearing your seatbelt and have adequate insurance to protect yourself and your family. Here, is an example of one of our clients who did nothing wrong and found herself facing difficult decisions after an accident. Obviously, we changed Ms. Smith's name.

On June 17, 2009, "Sandy Smith", was rear ended on Metro Parkway in Fort Myers, Florida when a driver of a landscaping truck bent down in his vehicle to pick up a clipboard. Mrs. Smith was 42 years old, a nurse, a wife and a mother to her disabled daughter who she had to lift in and out of a wheelchair every day.

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In May 2010, Attorney Amanda Downing completed a four year term as a Barrister with the prestigious Calusa Inns of Court. Beginning next month-September 2010, Mrs. Downing will begin her appointment to serve on the Twentieth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee.

As stated by The Florida Bar, “A grievance committee is very much like a grand jury. Its function is to attempt to ascertain to the extent reasonably possible, all facts relating to the grievances referred to it by The Florida Bar.”

Mrs. Downing will serve on this committee for a three year term. She was advised that it is a great deal of work “with no reward” other than her own “personal satisfaction in promoting and maintaining the high standards of The Florida Bar." Like any challenge, She looks forward to this opportunity!

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Dog Bite Cases are some of the hardest cases to work on, especially when a cherished pet dog bites a child. According to the Centers for Disease and Control, 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. One in five dog bites results in injuries that require medical attention. Unfortunately, children ages 5 to 9 years rate highest for dog bite related injuries.

As a personal injury attorney, I have had my share of unfortunate dog bite cases. In almost every case, it was the first time that the dog had bit a person. In almost every single case, the dog owner was suprised that the dog bit my client as the dog usually does not have a history of bites. (If the dog did have a history of biting-it is likely that dog would have already been uthenized).

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It is fair to say that every personal injury attorney prefers that a new client contact a lawyer immediately after an accident or injury. The reasoning behind this is important-the lawyer and the client need to preserve the evidence in your case as soon as possible. Regardless of how you were injured or the type of case you have, every claim or lawsuit requires EVIDENCE. This means that you need to immediately gather as much information and documentation as you can to support your case. Here are a few very important tips to keep in mind should you or a loved one become involved in a car accident, slip/trip and fall, wrongful death, medical malpractice or dog bite case.

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The Dellutri Law Group is getting ready to start a New Consumer Law Blog focusing on the Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act. Our Fair Credit Reporting Act Blog can be found at:

www.faircreditreportingactblog.com

When you have a chance, please check it out and tell us what you think? It should be active in 7 to 10 days. The Fair Credit Reporting Act Blog will focus on all aspects of Credit Reporting.

Please send your comments to eetnoyer@dellutrilawgroup.com

Thank you for your assistance.

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The Dellutri Law Group, P.A. has recently opened a new office in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is accepting new Personal Injury Cases, Foreclosure Defense Cases and Bankruptcy Cases in the Sarasota office. The new phone number for the Sarasota Office is 1-941-331-1300. The office is located in the Sarasota Executive Suites at 677 N. Washington Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida 34236.

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The Dellutri Law Group, P.A. will be rolling out a new blog for 2009. It will deal with mortgage modifications and bankruptcy modifications of mortgages. Hopefully, it will be up and running early next week. Keep an eye out for it.

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If you are an avid reader of the Florida Injury and Accident Lawyer Blog or if you are not, get ready for some major changes to be coming your way. Our blog is having some touch up work being performed, kind of like a tune-up and a new coat of paint for the car. We might even throw in a couple of cool features for you.

But, we are gonna need your patience while this little bit of magic takes place. Remember, we are attorneys not computer dudes.

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