In Florida, the number of hit-and-run crashes has steadily increased over the years. It is the law in Florida that drivers involved in an accident must stay at the scene until police arrive, yet nearly a quarter of all crashes in the state involve a hit and run. Florida car accident attorney, Ted Babbitt, wrote … Read More
Car accidents can happen to anyone, any time, anywhere. Accidents caused by someone else’s negligence can be especially damaging. If that is the case, you may have to file a claim to receive compensation for damages. Ted Babbitt, West Palm Beach Florida car accident lawyer, wrote an article for The Palm Beach Post on what … Read More
Ted Babbitt, Florida car accident injury lawyer, wrote an article for the Palm Beach Post on what to do immediately after a car crash. There are specific steps you should take immediately after a car crash to ensure not only your health and safety but also your right to file a claim for compensation if … Read More
Ted Babbitt wrote an article for the Palm Beach Post about the lane splitting law in Florida. Lane splitting is when a motorcyclist creates his or her own lane by riding in between stopped or slowed cars. Lane splitting is not legal in Florida, and part of the Florida statute states that ”[n]o person shall … Read More
In an article for the Palm Beach Post, Florida personal injury lawyer Ted Babbitt outlines simple questions to ask to ensure you find the right lawyer after a car accident. When you’re in the hiring process keep it simple, and start with a few of the following: What is your experience with car accident cases? … Read More
With beaches, restaurants, gyms, and more open for business after weeks of state-mandated shutdowns, more Floridians are getting behind the wheel again to drive to these destinations. That makes now a good time to remind everyone of new enforcements around the Wireless Communications While Driving Law that went into effect on January 1, 2020 and … Read More
In an article for the Lakeland, Fl Ledger, Ted Babbitt, Babbitt & Johnson senior partner and award-winning Florida personal injury attorney, explains Florida’s comparative negligence law. What is comparative negligence law? Comparative negligence law means that after a car accident, the insurance company for the adverse driver can claim there should be a reduction of … Read More
“Negligence” is a term you will hear frequently when dealing with lawsuits, especially when it comes to those cases involving car accidents. But while a common phrase, negligence can actually be a tricky concept to understand, and even tougher to prove without the right pieces of evidence. Negligence means the defendant has failed to take … Read More
Babbitt & Johnson P.A. has earned a place on two of Expertise.com’s 2019 lists: Best Real Estate Lawyers and Best Car Accident Lawyers serving West Palm Beach. Expertise chose us based on 25 variables across the following five criteria: Reputation, Credibility, Experience, Availability, and Professionalism. Expertise’s goal is to connect people with the best local experts. Every month … Read More
