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
Florida Auto Accident Lawyer
How Common are Hit-and-Run Accidents in Florida?
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
The Stages of a Florida Car Accident Lawsuit
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
What to do Immediately After a Car Crash
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
Florida Lane Splitting Law
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
What to do Immediately After a Motorcycle Accident
Ted Babbitt, Florida personal injury lawyer, wrote an article for the Palm Beach Post on what you should do immediately after being in a motorcycle accident. Steps you should take following the crash: Gather evidence– photographs of the crash scene, statements from witnesses, notes of any injuries, the names, phone numbers, and addresses of anyone … Read More
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
In an article for the Sarasota Herald Tribune, award-winning Florida personal injury attorney Ted Babbitt describes the most common causes of truck accidents. Here are a few potential hazards to be aware of when sharing the road with semi trucks: Driver errors: An error on the part of the truck driver can include anything from … Read More
Questions to Ask When Hiring a Florida Car Accident Attorney
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
Personal Injury Client Testimonial
The following is the experience of Josh Perry, one of our remarkable clients. “I was a young, fit, and healthy 38 years old. Proud father of two. Married. An aspiring businessman. Successful and rapidly progressing through my career, within a top fortune 500 manufacturing company. I was on top of my game and, looking back, … Read More
Texting and Driving Is Now Illegal in the State of Florida
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