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Florida Elevator Safety Code: What Expired Certificates Really Mean for Injury Victims

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Florida’s Elevator Safety Framework The Florida Elevator Safety Act (Fla. Stat. § 399.02(5)(b)) mandates that elevator owners ensure the safe operation, proper maintenance, and timely correction of any code deficiencies. While owners can assign maintenance responsibilities to lessees, they cannot delegate their statutory duties to service providers. This legal framework is designed to protect the…
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Black Box Secrets: How to Win Your Florida Truck Accident Case with ELD Data and Telematics in 2025

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What Is a Black Box in a Truck? Modern commercial trucks are required by federal law to install ELDs that automatically record data about: – Engine power on/off – Vehicle motion – Miles driven – Speed and braking patterns – Hours of service (HOS) – GPS location every 60 seconds (49 C.F.R. § 395.26) Many…
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Why Every Florida Driver Needs Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UM/UIM)

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Florida’s Minimum Insurance Requirements Are Dangerously Low Under Fla. Stat. § 324.021 and Fla. Stat. § 627.736, Florida only requires drivers to carry: – $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP), and – $10,000 in Property Damage Liability (PDL). Bodily Injury Liability (BI) coverage is not required to legally operate a vehicle in Florida. This means…
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The Rise of Mega Trucks: Are Florida Roads Becoming More Dangerous in 2025?

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What Are Mega Trucks? “Mega trucks” refer to: – Double and triple-trailer combinations (up to 120 feet long), – Trucks weighing over 88,000 lbs (beyond Florida’s default 80,000-lb limit), – Extended cabs with increased blind spots and braking distances. While Federal law under 23 U.S.C. § 127 currently caps vehicle weight at 80,000 lbs on…
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Why the Sharfman Decision Doesn’t Close the Door on TCPA Class Actions – It Raises the Bar

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The recent ruling in Sharfman M.D.P.A. v. Precision Imaging St. Augustine 2024 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 92659 (M.D. Fla. May 23, 2024) has made headlines in the TCPA world for its denial of class certification, but let’s be clear: Sharfman does not close the door on Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) class actions. Rather, it reinforces…
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The New Front Line: Florida’s Evolving TCPA & FTSA Landscape

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The Robocall Reckoning Is Here Florida is becoming ground zero for Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and Florida Telephone Solicitation Act (FTSA) litigation. With explosive growth in class action filings and major court decisions shaping the rules, both consumers and trial lawyers must understand how these laws work—and how they’re evolving. What’s Changed: From TCPA…
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TCPA & FTSA Legal Blog – Historical & Legislative Background

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Understanding Florida’s FTSA – Why It Was Created and What It Means for Consumers The Florida Telephone Solicitation Act (FTSA), codified at Fla. Stat. § 501.059, was originally enacted in the early 2000s to supplement federal telemarketing protections with a state-specific framework. However, the FTSA gained significant attention—and power—when it was amended by the Florida…
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Laboratory Mistakes in Florida: How to Protect Yourself from Incorrect Test Results

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A trip to the doctor often includes a referral to a diagnostic facility for lab tests. These tests might identify illnesses, determine effective treatments, or measure progress toward recovery. However, mistakes in laboratory settings are more common than many people realize. Errors can stem from incorrect labeling, faulty equipment, or human inattention. When the results…
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The Legal Implications of Laboratory Errors in Florida: Can You File a Medical Malpractice Claim?

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A single mistake in a laboratory can send a person on a path of unnecessary procedures, emotional strain, or even life-threatening treatments that were never required. Patients in Florida place a great deal of trust in medical professionals to interpret and act upon these test results accurately. But what happens if a lab error causes…
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What to Do If You Suspect a Laboratory Error in Your Florida Hospital Diagnosis

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When we place our trust in a healthcare facility, we expect our tests and diagnosis to be handled with care. Sometimes, however, mistakes can arise in hospital laboratories. A misread blood test or an incorrect biopsy result can create serious problems, including delayed treatment, unnecessary interventions, or even a life-altering diagnosis.  If you believe that…
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