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
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
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
Car accidents are not uncommon. Accidents that are “fender benders” are often settled between the two parties’ insurance companies. When larger-scale accidents happen – where injuries are extensive and/or death is involved – the victim may opt to sue the negligent party for non-economic damages because these are rarely covered by insurance companies. Non-economic damages … Read More
Commercial trucking is a 21st-century necessity that allows us to have access to goods from all over the world. With an increased number of people moving to Florida, based on 2021 U.S. Census data, the state’s roads are rapidly becoming packed with drivers and commercial vehicles, especially in metropolitan areas. Interstate 95, along Florida’s eastern … 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
Truckers are a vital part of the U.S. economy, especially with more Americans staying home and ordering supplies online. With that said, substance abuse is a big problem among drivers. It not only puts their lives in danger but also others around them. Ted Babbitt, Florida personal injury lawyer, wrote an article for the Palm … 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
Josh Perry, a former client of Ted Babbitt, was a young, fit, healthy 38-year-old, proud father of two, married, and an aspiring businessman when his life suddenly changed. Just before dawn, about 40 minutes into his drive to work, he was involved in a severe motor vehicle accident on the highway, traveling approximately 70 mph. … Read More
Automobile negligence occurs when a driver of a motor vehicle did not operate that vehicle in a reasonably safe manner and caused injury to another. That negligent driver is liable for damages by his/her reckless driving. However, the terms “negligence” and “liability” often get confused with one another. DMV.org created an article titled “Negligence and … Read More
