Author: Mike Hancock, Esquire
Florida Punitive Damages Law Explained
If someone’s wrongdoing causes you injury, then standard compensation may not be enough to keep them from hurting others. That’s why Florida has punitive damages...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
5 Steps to Take After a Car Accident
Being hit by a car is frightening. It may be difficult to process the experience while it’s happening and right after it happened, but you...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Florida Amusement Park Accidents & Injuries
Living in Florida means that you are pretty much always in a 3-hour or less vicinity of an amusement park. Here in Tampa we have...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Hit by an Uninsured Driver in Florida? Here’s What To Do Next
If an uninsured driver in Florida has wrongly injured you, you’re in a difficult position—one that can feel overwhelming and unfair. Medical bills can pile...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Electric Scooter Injuries Are Rising
According to a recent study by Rutgers University, accidents involving electric scooters have tripled over the past 10 years. In 2018, there were over 6,957...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Does Your Car Insurance in Florida Cover Flood Damage?
Hurricane Hermine, which just swept through Tampa Bay, caused major flooding throughout the city and surrounding areas. Most people only think about having flood insurance...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Are Bike Lights Required to Cycle at Night?
Not being visible while riding in the dark is a common concern for bicyclists. Some even wear reflective clothing when riding, even if it’s not...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Does Hiring a Injury Lawyer Mean I’m Filing a Lawsuit?
A personal injury can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. Not only are you out of work, but you now have unexpected medical bills to...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Crosswalk Accidents: Who Had the Right of Way?
Florida has one of the highest rates of pedestrian fatalities in the country. In 2012, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ranked Florida as the...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
The Importance of Wearing a Helmet When Cycling
Bicycling is a popular form of transportation and exercise that promotes a healthy body and environment. With cycling groups forming around the country and children...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Do Different Laws Apply to Truck Accidents?
Yes. Aside from following the same laws as other motorists, truck drivers must likewise follow state and federal laws that govern their activities. Additionally, industry rules...
By Mike Hancock
September 2023
Changes May Be Coming Soon to Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa
Known as the street with the longest continuous sidewalk in the world, with views of the beautiful bay, Bayshore Boulevard may have some changes coming....
By Mike Hancock
September 2023