Cases of Negligence: Elements To Be Aware Of

Negligence Action, Personal Injury Law

In an article for the Sarasota Herald Tribune, Florida personal injury attorney Theodore Babbitt discusses being aware of the duty of care when handling cases of negligence. A case of negligence requires proof of the following elements: Duty of care towards the person injured Failure to provide that care in a reasonable fashion Damages flowing from … Read More

Understanding Florida Sexual Assault Statistics

Sexual Abuse

Sexual assault in the State of Florida means any unwanted sexual contact made against another person, whether rape, attempted rape, molestation, harassment, sex trafficking or sexual abuse. The seriousness of this kind of assault cannot be understated, and its consequences can leave victims and their families grappling with physical and emotional trauma that lasts for … Read More

What is Mediation and How Does it Work?

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For just about any lawsuit filed in the state of Florida, a judge will order the parties to go into mediation. The mediation process involves a conference in which the two parties in a lawsuit meet with a neutral third party and try to reach a settlement without taking the case all the way to … Read More

Attorney Joseph R. Johnson Earns 2019 AV Preeminent Judicial Rating

Awards

Babbitt & Johnson PA Partner, Joseph R. Johnson, earned a Special Judicial Edition AV Preeminent Rating® from Martindale-Hubbell® for 2019. Although Joe has been earning an AV Preeminent Rating® for years, the special Judicial Edition award is noteworthy because it is Martindale-Hubbell’s highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards reflecting the confidential opinions … Read More

Ted Babbitt & Joe Johnson Named to the 2020 Best Lawyers® List

Awards

Ted Babbitt and Joe Johnson have been recognized in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America list. Ted Babbitt has been listed in Best Lawyers® every year since the 1987 edition and Joe Johnson has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2014. Best Lawyers® is considered by many as “the most respected referral list … Read More

What You Need to Prove Negligence in Florida

Florida Personal Injury Attorney

Filing a personal injury claim is a complex process that requires a knowledgeable attorney who understands how the Florida legal system works and has a track record of success. To successfully prove negligence in the state of Florida there are several requirements that must be met. First, a plaintiff must prove that the defendant had … Read More