Ted Babbitt, Florida personal injury attorney, has been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers® for nearly four decades for his work in: Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs Congratulations to Ted for his continued recognition! … Read More
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Shared Liability in a Truck Accident
Accidents involving a commercial truck are vastly different from those involving two passenger cars for several reasons. The difference that can have the most impact on your case is the extent of shared liability in a truck accident. In a two-vehicle car crash, there are typically two drivers and two vehicle owners, making it much … Read More
Florida’s Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
Unexpected injuries due to the negligence of another can cause serious financial, physical, and emotional burdens for victims and their families. If you have been injured in an incident due to someone else’s negligence you are entitled to file a personal injury claim to pursue the damages caused by the negligent party. Personal injury lawsuits … Read More
Top Five Causes of Car Accidents in Florida
Florida has become one of the most dangerous states for drivers, consistently ranking among the top states with the most car accidents. Data from 2020 lists the Sunshine State behind only California and Texas in third for the most fatalities due to car accidents. There are a number of scenarios that cause accidents across the … Read More
Four Things to Look for When Hiring a Truck Accident Lawyer
Serious injury caused by an accident involving a tractor-trailer or any oversized vehicle can be a catastrophic experience for everyone involved. The added burden of complicated paperwork, documentation, and finding an appropriate attorney can seem overwhelming. There are some key differences between truck accidents and car accidents that can greatly impact your lawsuit. Be sure … Read More
Ted Babbitt – 2022 Outstanding Champion for Children
Ted Babbitt was awarded by Florida’s Children First with the 2022 Outstanding Champion for Children award at their annual fundraising event for Palm Beach County’s outstanding child advocates. Florida’s Children First, founded by child advocate attorneys, is an award-winning non-profit that advocates for positive changes in the foster care system. They work to improve the government … Read More
Ted Babbitt Included in Best Lawyers® 2023 List
West Palm Beach personal injury attorney, Ted Babbitt has been listed in the 2023 Best Lawyers in America© list regionally in three practice areas: Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs Ted Babbitt has been recognized by Best Lawyers© since 1987 for personal injury law in West … Read More
Speeding: Top Cause of Florida Car Accidents
Speed has been a significant factor in car and truck accidents for decades. A high-speed crash, whether on a state highway or a backroad, can deliver a serious impact resulting in catastrophic injury or death. The physical and emotional toll of a serious crash can take a lifetime to recover from. If you or a … Read More
How Commercial Truck Accidents Are Different Than Passenger Vehicle Accidents
Truck accidents can be devastating due to the sheer mass and force of a moving truck hitting a standard-sized vehicle. More often than not, the truck’s occupants are unharmed while the other vehicle’s driver and passengers sustain catastrophic injuries, resulting in massive financial, physical, and emotional burdens. If you or a family member are the … Read More
Ted Babbitt Named to the 2022 Florida Super Lawyers List
Theodore (Ted) Babbitt, a shareholder with Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A. in West Palm Beach, Florida has been named to the 2022 Super Lawyers List. Ted has been recognized by Super Lawyers since 2006. The Super Lawyers List, part of Thomson Reuters, is a rating service that identifies the top 5% of attorneys … Read More