Sobering Statistics: How Dangerous Is Summertime Driving?
Beginning with Memorial Day and ending with Labor Day, the summertime months see more fatal drunk driving accidents than any other time of the year. In fact, from Late May through Early September, fatal auto accidents involving drunk or intoxicated drivers nearly doubles.
The Three Types of Distracted Driving: What You Need to Know
Distracted driving injures and kills thousands of people every year. The National Safety Council reports that an average of 700 vehicle accidents occur every day as a result of distraction. Tragically, each of these is completely avoidable. Three Types of Distracted Driving Explained There are three types of distraction that can occur while driving: Thinking […]
Are Motorcycle Helmets Required in Florida? What the Law Actually Says
Motorcyclists in the state of Florida are not required to wear a helmet so long as: They are over the age of 21 and They carry at least $10,000 of Medical Payment Insurance Similarly, passengers of motorcycles are not required to wear a helmet so long as they are over the age of 21. Motorcycle […]
What Kind of Compensation Can I Collect After a Truck Accident?
There are several types of compensation you can pursue after a truck accident. Whether you need money to pay for medical treatment or damage to your property, you deserve compensation.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Damages in a Truck Accident?
Truck accidents often result in serious injury. When you are injured in a truck accident, it is important that you know who can be held liable in order to seek fair and full compensation. However, unlike car accidents, liability in truck accidents may involve several parties who aren’t even on the scene, further complicating the issue.
Leading Causes of Slip & Fall Accidents on Boats
Boats float on water. Water is wet. Wet things are slippery. Common sense dictates caution when walking on a boat due to the high probability of slippery conditions. However, slip and fall accidents can impact even the most cautious among us, often resulting in serious, sometimes permanent, injury. Do you have an obligation to practice […]
Who Will Pay for My Truck Accident Injuries?
When you are injured in a trucking accident, you may be entitled to significantly more compensation than insurance offers. The best way to find out is through a one-on-one consultation at the Fort Myers or Naples office of Kelleher Law. Call 239-351-2142 to schedule a free case review today.
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James Kelleher Named Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney
Our personal injury attorney, James “Jim for Justice” Kelleher, has been recognized by the American Institute of Legal Counsel’s “Top 10 Attorneys” in Florida. The organization started in 2014 to identify excellence in the legal field and provide clients that information so they can benefit from the rating and recognition. Membership is an exclusive honor […]
This Is How Often Americans Touch Their Phones While Driving
You know that distracted driving is a problem. You may even think you’re a superstar at avoiding phone calls and texting while you drive, but research from several apps and companies that monitor phone use and driving, suggests otherwise. One company, Zendrive, took data from millions of cellphones and matched it with a self-assessment from the same drivers. When asked if they were good at focusing on the road, most distracted drivers said yes, and around one-third of the worst distracted drivers reported they were “extremely safe” while driving.
Most Common Injuries in Trucking Accidents
Trucking accidents happen every day in the United States, and they’re among the deadliest of crashes, killing approximately 5,000 people each year. The injuries caused by collisions with 18-wheelers or tractor trailers are often catastrophic, meaning they cause irreversible damage to injured victims and their families. Our attorney specializes in truck accidents and has seen firsthand the heartbreak, grief, and severe injury they cause in Naples, Fort Myers, Atlanta, GA, and surrounding Florida areas.