Motor Vehicle Accidents

Miami Federal Verdict: Tesla Autopilot Case Signals a New Era of Liability

Miami Federal Verdict: Tesla Autopilot Case Signals a New Era of Liability 940 788 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

A Miami federal jury recently delivered a historic decision in the Tesla Autopilot verdict in Florida, holding Tesla partially liable for a 2019 crash in Key Largo. The accident tragically…

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What You Need to Know About Florida’s Updated Move Over Law

What You Need to Know About Florida’s Updated Move Over Law 940 788 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Florida’s roadways are busy and dangerous for more than just drivers. Emergency workers, tow truck operators, and even stranded drivers are at risk every day on the shoulder. That is…

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Can You Sue for Injuries Caused by Defective Airbags or Seatbelts?

Can You Sue for Injuries Caused by Defective Airbags or Seatbelts? 940 788 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Airbags and seatbelts are designed to save lives in car accidents. When these safety features fail, however, the consequences can be devastating. If an individual was injured by a defective…

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ATVs, Dirt Bikes & Off-Road Injuries: What Are Your Legal Options?

ATVs, Dirt Bikes & Off-Road Injuries: What Are Your Legal Options? 940 788 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Riding All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), dirt bikes, and other off-road vehicles in Florida is not just a hobby; it’s a way of life. From the rugged trails in Homestead to the…

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Florida Golf Cart Laws You Need to Know

Florida Golf Cart Laws You Need to Know 940 788 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Golf carts are no longer just for the course. In Florida, they have become a popular mode of transportation for everything from neighborhood cruises to school pickups. While they offer…

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Determining Fault in a Florida Car Accident

Determining Fault in a Florida Car Accident 940 788 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Car accidents are unfortunately a common occurrence on Florida’s busy highways. With over 175,000 car accidents reported in the state last year alone, determining fault in a Florida car accident…

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Road Fatalities on the Rise in Florida, Nation

Road Fatalities on the Rise in Florida, Nation 1080 1080 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

In 2020, there were arguably fewer vehicles on the road due to pandemic restrictions which limited the movement of large swathes of the population, as compared to years prior. An…

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rv travel safety

Safety Concerns with RV Travel on the Rise

Safety Concerns with RV Travel on the Rise 1080 1080 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Travel and social restrictions over the past year have made vacationing a challenge in some situations, but one area of the travel industry has been on an upward trend. Buying…

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memorial day safety

Memorial Day 2021 Weekend Safety Reminders for the Road and Water

Memorial Day 2021 Weekend Safety Reminders for the Road and Water 600 600 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

The official kickoff to summer is just around the corner and many of us are ready to get out and celebrate the upcoming Memorial Day 2021 weekend. Holidays are a…

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8 Statistics That Show the Dangers of Distracted Driving

8 Statistics That Show the Dangers of Distracted Driving 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

We all know that it’s dangerous to be distracted behind the wheel. When you take your attention away from the road, you run the risk of causing an accident that…

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5 Things to Know About No Fault and Property Damage Insurance After a Car Crash in Florida

5 Things to Know About No Fault and Property Damage Insurance After a Car Crash in Florida 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

The Florida Department of Motor Vehicles estimates that there are 200,000 car accidents in Florida each year. Florida requires that all motorists have a minimum type of insurance called personal…

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Computerized Traffic Managers And Accidents At Intersections

Computerized Traffic Managers And Accidents At Intersections 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

It often feels like traffic moves painfully slowly at intersections. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, intersections are also the site of a disproportionate number of car accidents.…

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Teen Discusses The Dangers Of Texting And Driving

Teen Discusses The Dangers Of Texting And Driving 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Zachary Abraham is reminded every day of the cost of texting and driving. The car accident he suffered in July 2010 broke his jaw, shattered his heel bone, put him…

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Event Data Recorders Could Become Mandatory In New Cars

Event Data Recorders Could Become Mandatory In New Cars 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Starting in 1999, General Motors began installing event data recorders, commonly known as black boxes, into specific models. The black boxes would collect information about how the vehicle was operated…

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New Campaign To Combat Distracted Driving Among Teens

New Campaign To Combat Distracted Driving Among Teens 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

A Florida safe-driving nonprofit is giving a series of talks in South Florida designed to inform new and soon-to-be drivers about the dangers of distracted driving. The talks are given…

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Teen Drinking And Driving Falls According To CDC

Teen Drinking And Driving Falls According To CDC 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a report this month that indicates a serious drop in the percentage of high school students who report that they have driven…

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Two Killed And Three Injured In Overnight Crash

Two Killed And Three Injured In Overnight Crash 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Interstate 95 was closed for nearly six hours last night as the Florida Highway Patrol investigated the scene of a deadly accident. The three-vehicle crash claimed the lives of an…

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Changes To No-Fault Insurance Law Misguided

Changes To No-Fault Insurance Law Misguided 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Personal injury protection, known as PIP or No-Fault insurance, must be carried by every owner of a vehicle registered in the State of Florida. The insurance is meant to provide…

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