Todd Miner Law Blog

• Can I Represent Myself in an Injury Case?

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Oct 16, 2018

  Victims injured by the negligent or wrongful acts of others have the right to pursue compensation for their losses by filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit. While there is no statutory requirement for you to have legal representation when pursuing financial compensation for your damages, there are many reasons why representing yourself can have unintended consequences, and many reasons why ...
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• Florida Drivers Named Among Worst in America

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Oct 11, 2018

  Florida roads and highways see their fair share of accidents, and according to studies published by personal finance company SmartAsset, that may be due to the fact that Florida drivers are among the worst in the nation. As noted in the latest edition of States with the Worst Drivers , Florida again ranked atop the list of the worst drivers in America. Although it came in at number 8 in the ...
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• The "Fatal Four" Construction Accidents

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Oct 4, 2018

  The construction industry is notorious for dangerous working conditions. From navigating busy construction sites filled with numerous hazards to performing high-risk job duties, construction workers face greater risks of suffering harm than most workers in the U.S. In fact, statistics from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), show construction makes for some of the highest ...
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• GM Accident Lawsuit Raises Important Questions About Who's to Blame for Self-Driving Car Accidents

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Aug 22, 2018

  In late May, General Motors settled a lawsuit filed by a California motorcyclist who was injured in an accident involving one of the automaker’s autonomous vehicles. According to the lawsuit, which was filed in January in the U.S. District Court in San Francisco, the rider claimed he was struck by a Cruise AV that aborted a lane change, swerved into his lane, and knocked him to the ground, causing ...
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• Safe Driving Habits for Summer

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Jun 29, 2018

  During summer, more people are on the road than at any other time of year. Families go on vacation, teenagers take road trips, and traffic in cities and suburbs generally becomes heavier. This means a greater risk of accidents. Especially on Memorial Day, Labor Day, and 4 th of July, the accident rate skyrockets. That is why it is important to practice safe driving habits to keep you and the ones ...
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• How Do I Avoid Injuries at a Summer Barbecue?

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Jun 15, 2018

  Summer is the perfect time for backyard barbecues. Whether your friends are planning an event for Labor Day, or you want to get together and hang out with family, barbecues offer an experience of good food with the ones you love. However, they also pose a safety risk. It is important to take precautions to keep everyone safe at your summer backyard barbecue. Charcoal Safety Tips When using a ...
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• Drunk Driving During Summer Holidays

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Jun 1, 2018

  Summer months bring humidity and warm weather to residents of Florida. Unfortunately, when the temperature spikes, so do drunk driving rates, putting drivers and pedestrians at risk. Teenagers out of school spend more time on the road during summer than at any other time of year, and careless alcohol consumption often has severe consequences. Here’s What You Need to Know About Drunk Driving ...
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• Car Accident Claims from a former Assistant State Attorney's Perspective

  Posted By Todd Miner Law || Mar 23, 2018

  When push comes to shove and an insurance company refuses to offer enough money to compensate our clients after a car, truck or motorcycle accident, we at Todd Miner Law are not afraid to take the case to trial. For many attorneys, the thought of going to court and proving liability following a car accident is intimidating. But not for our team of Orlando personal injury lawyers led by Attorney ...
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