The Insurance Company Says My MRI Shows Preexisting Injury. Can I Still Make a Bonita Springs Car Accident Claim?
Can you still make up Bonita Springs car accident claim if you have pre-existing injuries on your MRI? Read our…
What Are The Biggest Mistakes People Make After a Fort Myers Car Accident?
Read our latest blog to find out what the biggest mistake mistakes that people make after a Fort Myers car…
My Bonita Springs Car Accident Was Minor, But I Am In Pain. Do I Have a Case?
Even a minor Bonita Springs car accident can leave you with lasting pain. If you're still hurting, you may have…
The Other Driver’s Insurance Company Keeps Calling Me After My Bonita Springs Car Accident. Should I Talk to Them?
If you have been involved in a Bonita Springs auto accident, the other driver's insurance company will start calling you…
How Much Is a Slip and Fall Case Worth in Florida? 9 Factors That Determine Your Settlement
Read our latest blog to find out the nine most important factors that determine what your Bonita Springs slip and…
What to Do If You Are Hit by a UPS or FedEx Truck in Bonita Springs
Every day, the amount of FedEx, Amazon, or UPS trucks that are on the road increases significantly as people rely…
How Long Do I Have to See a Doctor After a Florida Car Accident?
Florida's no fault laws are confusing to many people. Rear our latest blog to learn what you need to know…
I Told the Insurance Adjuster I Was Fine, But Now I Need Medical Treatment. Did I Ruin My Florida Case?
What happens if you got a call from an insurance adjuster right after your accident, and you told them you…
What Happens If an Out-of-State Driver Hits You in North Naples?
Have you ever wondered what happens if you get hit by an out of state driver in North Naples? Read…
Slipping Isn’t Enough: What You Must Prove To Win A Bonita Springs Slip and Fall Case
Winning a Bonita spring slip and fall case comes down to one thing: proving the owner had notice of the…
Bonita Springs Car Accident? The 14-Day PIP Deadline you Need To Know
Learn why missing the 14-day PIP deadline in Bonita Springs could hurt your case
How Physical Therapy for Car Accident Recovery Can Speed Up Healing in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English guide to PT after a car crash: PIP, the 14-day rule, the 2-year deadline, and…
Tailgating Accidents in Fort Myers: A Driver’s Guide to Proving Fault
A Fort Myers attorney explains how Florida law proves fault in tailgating rear-end crashes — statutes, defenses, and what to…
How Much Is My Car Accident Case Worth in Florida? (Real Factors That Affect Your Settlement)
After 30 years in Lee and Collier Counties, here is what actually drives Florida car accident settlements — injuries, fault…
Do You Need a Police Report After a Car Accident in Florida?
Florida crash report rules under §316.066, the 10-day FLHSMV self-report window, the 2-year SOL, and what to do when no…
Fort Myers & Naples Car Accident Laws: What to Do, Who Pays, and When You Can Sue
Fort Myers car accident lawyer David B. Pittman on Florida's 14-day PIP rule, the new 51% comparative-fault bar, the 2-year…
What Every Rideshare Passenger Should Know After a Fort Myers Car Accident
Hurt as an Uber or Lyft passenger in Fort Myers? Florida's $1M rideshare policy, PIP, and UM rules explained by…
Fort Myers E-Scooter and Bicycle Accident Claims: What Actually Decides Your Case
Fort Myers cyclist and e-scooter crashes turn on Florida's 3-foot rule, PIP, and UM coverage. A 30-year SWFL injury attorney…
Distracted Walking in Fort Myers: What You Need to Know About Legal Liability
Hit while walking in Fort Myers? Florida's 2023 fault, PIP, UM, and 2-year deadline rules, plus what to do in…
Bike Accident In Fort Myers Laws Explained: When Do Cyclists Share the Blame?
Fort Myers bike crash lawyer David Pittman on Florida's 50% fault rule, PIP's 14-day window, the 2-year deadline, and how…
What Happens After Your Motorcycle Accident? A Fort Myers Lawyer’s Guide to the Legal Process
Florida PIP does not cover motorcycles. A Fort Myers attorney explains the law, why your UM coverage matters, and what…
The Dangerous Truth About Distracted Driving in Fort Myers: What Every Driver Needs to Know
Fort Myers distracted driving wreck? Florida law, the 2-year statute, PIP, UM coverage, and what to do in the first…
Rain And Road Conditions in Fort Myers Accidents: Who Is Liable?
Hurt in a rain-related Fort Myers crash? A Lee County attorney explains Florida fault rules, PIP, UM, the two-year deadline,…
Why Estero Car Accident Lawyers See More Cases During Tourist Season
Why Estero car accident lawyers see more tourist-season cases on US-41, Three Oaks Pkwy & Corkscrew Rd — Florida law,…
Why Naples Car Accident Rates Spike During Tourist Season 2026
Naples tourist-season crashes follow five recurring patterns. A Florida attorney explains the 2023 fault reform, the 2-year deadline, and what…
How Poor Road Maintenance Causes Bonita Springs Car Accidents: What Drivers Need to Know
Pothole, drainage, faded-line, or signal-failure crash in Bonita Springs? A Florida injury attorney explains the law, deadlines, and what to…
Are Naples Rideshare Accidents Rising? What Every Uber and Lyft User Should Know
A Naples injury attorney explains how Uber and Lyft insurance really works under Florida law, the 14-day PIP rule, and…
Back Pain After a Car Accident in Bonita Springs: When to See a Doctor and When to Call a Lawyer
Back pain after a Bonita Springs crash? Florida's 14-day PIP rule, warning signs, and how a DUI changes the case…
How Weather Dangers Cause Bonita Springs Car Accidents
Florida law does not treat rain as a defense after a Bonita Springs crash. A SWFL attorney on §768.81, the…
Estero Car Accident Victims: Warning Signs of Whiplash Injury
Estero whiplash after a car accident: warning signs, Florida PIP and 2-year deadline, why adjusters lowball, and what to do.…
Non-Economic Damages After a Bonita Springs Car Accident: What Florida Actually Lets You Recover
What Florida law lets a Bonita Springs car accident victim recover for pain, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of…
Why Quick Car Accident Settlement Offers Are a Trap in Bonita Springs
Bonita Springs car accident attorney David B. Pittman explains why fast insurance settlement offers cost Florida crash victims real money,…
Just Got Rear-Ended at a Red Light? Here’s What to Do Right Now in Bonita Springs
Rear-ended at a red light in Bonita Springs? A 30-year Florida injury attorney walks through PIP, the 14-day rule, and…
Personal Injury Myths Exposed: What Fort Myers Accident Victims Need to Know
Fort Myers personal injury attorney David B. Pittman breaks down seven common myths about Florida injury claims, the 2-year deadline,…
Beyond The Crash: Long-Term Effects Every Fort Myers Accident Victim Should Know
Long-term effects after a Fort Myers car accident — delayed injuries, Florida's 2-year deadline, PIP rules, and what to do…
Who Is Liable in a Red Light Accident in Naples?
Hit by a red-light runner in Naples? A Florida attorney walks through fault, the 2-year deadline, PIP, UM, and what…
Struggling with Chronic Pain? A Fort Myers Accident Victim’s Recovery Guide
Chronic pain after a Fort Myers crash? A 30-year Florida injury attorney on the 2-year statute, PIP rules, the 51%…
What Every Bonita Springs Driver Should Know About Whiplash From Car Accidents
Bonita Springs whiplash claims: Florida's 14-day PIP rule, 2-year deadline, comparative fault and UM coverage explained by a 30-year personal…
Protect Your Rights: Smart Moves When Insurance Calls After Your Fort Myers Car Accident
What to say (and never say) when insurance adjusters call after a Fort Myers car accident. Florida PIP, fault, statute…
Florida PIP Insurance Changes 2026: What Happens After Your Car Accident?
Florida PIP ends July 1, 2026. A Bonita Springs personal injury attorney explains the new 25/50/10 rules, the 50% fault…
Pedestrian Accidents in Fort Myers: Who Is At Fault When Right Of Way Is Disputed?
Florida pedestrian right-of-way is not what most people think. A Fort Myers attorney explains 316.130, comparative fault, PIP, and how…
Hollywood vs Reality: Personal Injury Lawsuits Explained by a Florida Accident Attorney
A Florida injury attorney with 30+ years of practice in Lee and Collier Counties separates Hollywood courtroom myths from how…
Fort Myers Car Accident Attorney Warning: Never Say These Words After a Crash
A Fort Myers attorney explains the eight post-crash statements that hurt Florida injury claims, the 14-day PIP rule, and the…
Florida Car Accident Statute of Limitations: Don’t Miss Your Deadline [2026]
Florida's car accident filing deadline dropped from four years to two in 2023. Plain-English breakdown of the rules, the exceptions,…
Florida Uber Driver Requirements and Who Pays When a Rideshare Crash Happens
Florida Uber driver rules under §627.748, the three rideshare liability tiers, and how PIP, UM, and the $1M policy work…
Why Car Accidents Increase During Season And Who Is Liable
Florida attorney David Pittman explains why Southwest Florida car crashes spike in season, what the 2023 fault and PIP rules…
Fort Myers Delivery Driver Crashes: What Florida Law Says and What to Do If You’re Hit
Hit by a delivery driver in Fort Myers? A Lee County attorney explains Florida's two-year deadline, the 51% fault rule,…
Is PIP Still Mandatory in Florida? What Drivers Need To Know If They Are Injured In An Accident
Florida PIP is still mandatory under §627.736 — $10K no-fault coverage, the 14-day rule, the serious-injury threshold, and what to…
What Happens After Being Hit By an Uninsured Driver In A Fort Myers Car Accident?
Hit by an uninsured driver in Fort Myers? A Florida injury attorney walks through PIP, UM coverage, the two-year deadline,…
Is Florida a Hands-Free State? The Truth About Phone Laws in 2026
Florida bans texting and handheld phone use in school and work zones, but it is not fully hands-free. A SWFL…
What to Do When Police Can’t Respond to Your Fort Myers Accident: A Step-by-Step Guide
Fort Myers police didn't respond to your accident? A Florida attorney explains the 10-day self-report rule, PIP deadlines, and how…
Phantom Vehicle Accidents: A Fort Myers Car Accident Lawyer Reveals What You Need to Know
Hit by a driver who never touched your car and fled? A Fort Myers attorney explains Florida UM, PIP, the…
What Drivers Must Know About Car Versus Pedestrian Accidents in Bonita Springs
A Bonita Springs attorney's plain-English briefing on Florida pedestrian-accident law: PIP, the 14-day rule, UM coverage, the 2-year deadline, and…
Modified Comparative Negligence: What Fort Myers Drivers Must Know After a Crash
Florida's 2023 50% fault rule changed everything for Fort Myers crash victims. David Pittman walks through the law, the cliff,…
Uninsured Drivers in Bonita Springs: What Your Insurance Won’t Tell You
A Bonita Springs personal injury attorney explains Florida UM coverage, PIP limits, the 2023 statute changes, and what to do…
Do You Need A Police Report After a Fort Myers Car Accident To File A Claim?
After a Fort Myers crash, the police report question turns on which agency responded (FMPD, Lee County Sheriff, or FHP)…
Who Is Responsible For Fort Myers Wet-Weather Slip and Fall Accidents?
Hurt in a wet-floor fall in Fort Myers? A Florida attorney explains 768.0755, who is liable, and what to do.…
Injured by Falling Palm Fronds in Fort Myers? A Florida Personal Injury Guide
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English guide to falling palm frond injury claims under Florida law — liability, the 2-year deadline,…
Why Car Crashes Spike When Southwest Florida Weather Turns
A Florida personal injury attorney explains how rain crashes really work under Florida's 2023 comparative-fault rule, the two-year deadline, and…
Driving High: The Shocking Link to Fatal Florida Car Crashes [New Study]
Florida attorney David B. Pittman on what new THC-and-fatal-crash data actually means for an injured client — statutes, scenarios, and…
The Most Dangerous Hours for Fort Myers Car Accidents: 2025 Crash Data Reveals
Fort Myers crash data shows weekday risk peaks 4-6 p.m. and weekend risk hits midnight-3 a.m. A Lee County injury…
GPS Navigation and Car Crashes: What Fort Myers Drivers Need to Know
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on GPS-distracted driving crashes, Florida fault rules under §768.81, the 2-year filing window, and…
Tailgating Accidents in Fort Myers: A Driver’s Guide to Proving Fault
A Fort Myers attorney explains how Florida law proves fault in tailgating rear-end crashes — statutes, defenses, and what to…
Why Fort Myers Drivers Still Take the DUI Risk When an Uber Costs About $15
A Fort Myers attorney on rideshare DUI crashes, Florida statutes 627.748, 627.736, and 627.727, and what passengers should do in…
Is Florida Making Driver’s Ed Mandatory? New Law Explained
Florida's new six-hour DETS course is mandatory for teen learner's permits as of August 1, 2025. What parents in Lee…
Golden Gate Florida’s Most Dangerous Intersections: What a Personal Injury Lawyer Sees in the Crash Data
A Naples personal injury attorney on Collier County's worst intersections, what Florida law says about your claim, and what to…
The Cost of Distracted Driving in Florida: Fort Myers Car Accident Data
Fort Myers distracted-driving crash law explained: Florida statutes, the 2023 50% fault cliff, the 2-year deadline, PIP, UM, and what…
Property Damage Claims vs. Personal Injury Claims: What Fort Myers Drivers Need to Know
Florida treats property damage and bodily injury as two separate claims. A Fort Myers attorney explains PIP, UM, the 2-year…
The Warning Signs of Insurance Fraud: Protect Yourself After Fort Myers Auto Accidents
Fort Myers attorney David Pittman breaks down Florida's PIP, comparative-fault, and statute-of-limitations rules and the five fraud patterns we see…
Poor Lighting and Trip and Fall Hazards: Your Rights After a Bonita Springs Accident
Hurt in a poorly lit Bonita Springs store, parking lot, or stairwell? A 30-year Florida injury attorney explains your premises…
Texting While Driving: Your Cape Coral Motorcycle Accident Risk Doubles
A Cape Coral motorcycle lawyer on what really matters when a texting driver hits a rider: Florida's PIP exclusion, the…
Who’s Really at Fault? The Truth About Multi-Car Collisions in Fort Myers
After a Fort Myers multi-car crash, who really pays? David Pittman, Esq. on Florida's 50% rule, the 2-year deadline, and…
The Hidden Dangers of Rain: Why Fort Myers Car Accidents Spike During Storms
Fort Myers personal injury attorney David B. Pittman on rain-related car crashes — Florida law, PIP and UM coverage, the…
Brake Checking Car Accidents in Fort Myers: Who’s Really at Fault?
Brake-checked on a Fort Myers road? A 30-year Lee County injury attorney breaks down Florida reckless driving law, the 2023…
Roundabout Safety: Proven Tips to Avoid Car Accidents in Bonita Springs
A Bonita Springs personal injury attorney on how Florida roundabout crashes really happen, what §768.81 and PIP mean for your…
Stop Tailgaters Safely: Smart Driving Tips to Prevent Fort Myers Car Accidents
Fort Myers attorney David Pittman explains Florida's tailgating law, the 2023 negligence reform, and what to do if a tailgater…
Borrowed Car Accidents in Fort Myers: Who Pays for the Damage?
Lent your car in Fort Myers and it got wrecked? A Florida personal injury attorney explains who pays, how PIP…
Blind Spot Monitors vs. Sideswipe Crashes: What Fort Myers Drivers Need to Know
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on how Florida law treats sideswipe crashes, what blind-spot monitors actually prove, and how…
What Are the Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve After a Fort Myers Auto Accident?
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on pinched-nerve warning signs after a car crash, Florida PIP and UM rules, the…
Why Do Drivers Fail to Stop at Fort Myers Crosswalks?
Florida law requires drivers to stop at crosswalks, not just yield. A Fort Myers personal injury attorney explains the statutes,…
Most Dangerous Intersections in Lehigh Acres for Car Accidents in 2025
A Lehigh Acres car accident attorney explains the intersection crash patterns we see on Lee Blvd, SR-82, and Sunshine, plus…
What’s Driving the Rise in Fort Myers Beach Car Accidents This Year?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney breaks down what's actually causing the rise in Fort Myers Beach car accidents and…
Why Pedestrian Hit and Run Accidents Are Rising in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney walks through Florida's pedestrian hit-and-run laws, the UM and PIP coverages that pay when the driver…
Immediate Steps to Treat Airbag Burns After a Fort Myers Car Accident
Burned by an airbag in a Fort Myers crash? A 30-year Florida injury attorney walks through PIP, the 2-year filing…
Do Red Light Cameras Really Reduce Accidents? A Fort Myers Look at the Data
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney breaks down what red light camera data actually shows, what Florida law says, and…
Why Medical Records Can Make or Break Your Fort Myers Car Accident Case
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on Florida's 14-day PIP rule, treatment gaps, and how the medical chart decides what…
What To Do When Someone Lies About A Car Accident in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English guide to what to do when the other driver lies about your crash — Florida…
Don’t Sign That Car Accident Release in Fort Myers Until You Know These Facts
A Fort Myers attorney explains what Florida release forms really waive, how §627.727 UM consent works, and what to check…
Rear-End Collision Lawyer: Do You Really Need One After a Red-Light Accident?
Florida rear-end collision lawyer David Pittman on PIP, UM, the 2023 comparative-negligence reform, and when to call a lawyer after…
Injured in Your Apartment Building? Here’s Who’s Actually Responsible
Hurt in your apartment, condo, or rental in Lee or Collier County? A Florida attorney explains who is liable, the…
Is Driving with a Dog on Your Lap Illegal in Fort Myers?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney explains what Florida law actually says about driving with a dog on your lap,…
Car Accident in Fort Myers? Why Your Choice Between ER vs Urgent Care Matters
Fort Myers car wreck? ER vs urgent care decides if your Florida PIP is $10,000 or $2,500. Pittman Law Firm…
New Road Projects in Cape Coral Could Actually Reduce Car Accidents
A Cape Coral car accident lawyer on Florida's 2023 reforms, the roads where wrecks concentrate, and how the new road…
Is It Illegal to Not Use Your Turn Signal? Fort Myers Accident Attorney Explains
Florida Statute 316.155 requires a 100-foot turn signal — even in turn-only lanes. A Fort Myers attorney on the law,…
Sideswipe Car Accident in Fort Myers? Here’s How Fault Is Actually Determined
Sideswiped in Fort Myers? A Pittman Law Firm attorney explains Florida's modified comparative negligence rule, the 2-year deadline, PIP, UM,…
The Risks of Signing a Car Accident Settlement Release Without a Lawyer
Florida settlement releases end your case for good. A 30-year SWFL injury attorney explains the traps in carrier releases —…
Common Reasons Weather-Related Slip and Falls Are Common in Bonita Springs
Why rainy-season slip and falls happen so often in Bonita Springs, what Florida premises law requires of property owners, and…
Will Your Car Insurance Increase After Filing a Collision Claim After an Estero Accident?
Will your Florida car insurance go up after an Estero crash? A Lee County attorney explains PIP, fault coding, the…
Who Pays for Your Florida Beach Accident? Know Your Rights [2026 Guide]
Who pays after a Florida beach injury? A Bonita Springs attorney explains §768.28 caps, the 2-year statute, PIP, and what…
Why Emotional Trauma After a Car Accident Affects the Whole Family
Florida attorney David B. Pittman on how emotional trauma after a car crash ripples through the family — what FL…
How to Handle Tailgaters: Safety Tips for Naples and Bonita Springs Drivers
Thirty-year Bonita Springs injury attorney David B. Pittman on what Florida law says about tailgaters, what to do in the…
How Dash Cam Footage Can Save Your Fort Myers Auto Accident Case
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on how dash cam video proves fault, unlocks UM coverage after a hit-and-run, and…
Is Your Child’s Car Seat Actually Safe? What Happens In a Car Accident?
A Florida personal injury attorney with 30+ years of practice explains child car seat safety, the Rule of 6, Fabre…
Why Florida Insurance Companies Fight Your Injury Claims But Pay for Car Damage
Florida carriers pay car damage fast but slow-walk injury claims. A Bonita Springs attorney explains PIP, the 2-year deadline, and…
How Florida Insurance Companies Use Independent Medical Exams To Cut Your Settlement
Florida insurance carriers use IMEs to shrink injury settlements. A Bonita Springs attorney explains the statute, the patterns, and how…
Why Speeding Causes So Many Auto Accidents in Lehigh Acres
A Lehigh Acres personal injury lawyer explains Florida's 2023 negligence reform, the 14-day PIP rule, UM coverage, and what to…
Top 5 Worst Intersections in Lehigh Acres For Accidents
A working Lee County attorney's read on the five Lehigh Acres intersections sending the most cases through our office, plus…
Why Bicycle Accidents Are Becoming More Common in Cape Coral
After 30 years of riding cases in Lee County, here is what actually moves a Cape Coral bicycle claim —…
How to Avoid Car Accidents While Driving on Alligator Alley
Bonita Springs personal injury attorney David B. Pittman on Alligator Alley crashes — Florida law, the patterns we see, and…
Why Using Social Media While Driving in Florida is a Deadly Mistake
Florida bans handheld scrolling behind the wheel. A Bonita Springs injury attorney explains §316.305, 2023 comparative-fault reform, and what to…
How Defensive Driving Helps Prevent Car Accidents in Fort Myers
Fort Myers car-accident attorney David B. Pittman on Florida's 50%-bar rule, the two-year filing deadline, PIP, UM coverage, and seven…
Why Florida Leads the Nation in Hit and Run Car Accidents
Why Florida leads the nation in hit-and-run crashes, and how UM, PIP, and Florida Statute 316.027 actually decide whether an…
Marijuana Driving Accidents in Fort Myers: What to Know
A Fort Myers attorney explains Florida's marijuana DUI law, the 2023 negligence reforms, and how our office builds impaired-driver injury…
How to Handle a Restaurant Accident in Fort Myers in 2025
Fell at a Fort Myers restaurant? A Florida injury attorney walks through §768.0755, the 2-year statute of limitations, and the…
Why Fort Myers Motorcycle Accident Injuries Can Get Worse Over Time
Florida PIP does not cover motorcycle riders. A Fort Myers attorney with 30+ years of practice explains UM coverage, helmet…
Florida Auto No-Fault Law: Can You Still Sue The Driver Who Caused Your Fort Myers Car Accident?
Florida is a no-fault state, but you can still sue after a Fort Myers crash if your injury crosses the…
Are Convertibles Safe? What Fort Myers Crash Statistics Reveal About Injuries
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on what Florida law and three decades of practice say about convertible crash injuries,…
Why Naples Slip and Fall Cases Spike in the Spring Rainy Transition
A Naples personal injury attorney on why slip and fall claims rise in spring, what Florida law requires of property…
U.S. 41 / Tamiami Trail: What Florida Law Says When You’re Hurt on America’s Second-Deadliest Road
Hurt in a U.S. 41 / Tamiami Trail crash in SWFL? A Bonita Springs injury attorney on Florida comparative-fault, PIP,…
Teaching Naples Kids Safe Bike Habits: A Parent’s Guide From a Personal Injury Lawyer
A Naples personal injury lawyer's guide for parents on child bike safety, Florida law, PIP, comparative fault, and what to…
The Most Dangerous Intersections in Fort Myers for Pedestrian Accidents
A Fort Myers pedestrian-injury attorney on the corridors that produce most foot-traffic crashes in Lee County, what Florida law says,…
Fort Myers Roundabout Car Accidents: Why Are People so Confused About How They Work?
Fort Myers roundabout crash? A 30-year personal injury attorney explains Florida yield rules, PIP, comparative fault, and what to do…
Are Uber Background Checks Really Keeping Florida Passengers Safe?
Florida rideshare passenger rights, §627.748 coverage, PIP and UM stacking, and why Uber background checks miss bad drivers — from…
Why Vehicle Rollover Car Accidents Happen in Fort Myers
Fort Myers rollover crashes are rarely what they look like. A Lee County attorney with 30+ years of practice walks…
Estero Car Accident Hotspots: The Most Dangerous Intersections and What That Means For Your Injury Claim
Estero car accident lawyer David Pittman on Corkscrew & Three Oaks, US-41 hotspots, Florida's 50% bar, the 2-year SOL, PIP,…
Why the Rear Driver is Usually at Fault in Rear-End Collisions
A Florida personal injury attorney on why rear drivers usually take the blame in rear-end crashes, when that rule bends,…
What Are the Leading Causes of Pedestrian Accidents on San Carlos Boulevard?
A Southwest Florida injury attorney breaks down the patterns behind San Carlos Boulevard pedestrian crashes, Florida law, and what to…
Will the New Roundabout Help Fort Myers Beach Traffic?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney on the new Fort Myers Beach roundabout — safety data, Florida law on right-of-way,…
Why Your Florida Auto Accident Lawyer Should Help You with Your Car Damage Claim
Florida car damage claim after a crash? A Bonita Springs and Fort Myers personal injury attorney explains PIP, diminished value,…
Why Pedestrian Accidents Are So Common on Fifth Avenue South in Naples
A Naples personal injury attorney on why 5th Avenue South pedestrian crashes keep happening, what Florida law says, and what…
What To Do When the At-Fault Driver Lies to Their Insurance Company
Florida attorney David B. Pittman explains how to fight back when the at-fault driver lies to their insurance company, with…
Recognizing Concussion Symptoms After a Bonita Springs Car Crash
Concussion symptoms after a Bonita Springs car crash often appear days later. A 30-year SWFL injury attorney explains Florida PIP,…
Sanibel Causeway Traffic Is Causing Headaches and Crashes for Visitors and Residents
Sanibel Causeway crashes pull in PIP, comparative fault, and contractor liability. A Florida injury attorney with 30+ years in Lee…
The Dangers of Driving While Eating: How It Can Cause Fort Myers Car Accidents
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney breaks down Florida law, fault analysis, and real cases when distracted eating-while-driving causes a…
Road Rage Against Motorcycles in Fort Myers: What the Statistics Miss and What Florida Law Actually Says
Fort Myers motorcycle road-rage cases turn on PIP exclusion, UM coverage, and evidence preserved in the first hour. A 30-year…
Most Common Injuries From Sideswipe Auto Collisions in Fort Myers
Sideswipe crashes in Fort Myers cause more shoulder, neck, and rib injury than the car damage suggests. A Lee County…
2025 Fair Safety Guide: What to Do After an Injury at the Lee & Collier County Fairs
Hurt at the Lee or Collier County Fair? A SWFL personal injury attorney explains Florida law, the 2-year deadline, evidence…
Can You Sue a Rental Car Company? What Fort Myers Drivers Must Know
Fort Myers attorney David B. Pittman on when you can sue a rental car company in Florida, the Graves Amendment,…
2025 Traffic Congestion Crisis: Why Fort Myers Short Trips Now Take Hours
Fort Myers traffic crashes are up across I-75, Colonial, and Daniels. A Lee County attorney explains Florida's 2-year deadline, PIP,…
Safeco Is Ending in 2026 — What That Actually Means for Your Florida Auto Accident Claim
Safeco is being retired into Liberty Mutual in 2026. Here is what that means for your Florida auto accident claim,…
Tourist Hotspots Face Alarming Surge in Electric Scooter Accidents
Florida personal injury attorney David B. Pittman on why tourist e-scooter cases are harder than they look — rental waivers,…
Who Is At Fault In The December Airboat Crash in Naples?
After the December Wooten's airboat collision near Naples, here is how Florida law actually assigns fault, what the 2023 reform…
Is GPS Routing Making Fort Myers Roads More Dangerous?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney on how Florida law handles distracted-driver crashes involving routing apps — statute of limitations,…
Warning: Why Insurance Companies Rush Personal Injury Settlements in Fort Myers
Fort Myers injury lawyer David Pittman on why insurance carriers push quick settlements, what Florida law says, and how to…
Are Convertibles Safe? Tips To Avoid Car Accident Injuries in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney on convertible crash data, Florida's 2023 PIP and comparative-fault rules, and what to do…
Fort Myers Spring Break Guide: How To Stay Safe And Avoid Accidents
Hurt on a Fort Myers spring break trip? A 30-year SWFL injury attorney explains Florida's PIP, UM, comparative negligence, and…
Why Does Lee Boulevard in Lehigh Acres See So Many Car Accidents?
An experienced Lee County injury attorney explains why Lee Boulevard wrecks repeat, what Florida law says about fault and timing,…
The Impact of Car Damage on Fort Myers Auto Accident Settlements
A Fort Myers attorney explains how car damage actually affects auto accident settlements in Florida — PIP, UM, diminished value,…
Why Bicycle Accident Deaths Are Increasing in Naples
Naples bicycle deaths are rising on US-41 and Immokalee Rd. Florida PIP, UM, and the 3-foot rule decide your case.…
Why Construction Companies May Be Liable for Fort Myers Work Zone Accidents
Hurt in a Fort Myers work zone crash on Daniels Pkwy, Colonial Blvd, or I-75? Florida contractors share liability when…
How Electric Vehicles Are Increasing Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers cyclist injury attorney on what really decides EV-vs-bike cases: Florida PIP, the 3-foot rule, and the UM…
What Are the Worst Roads in Southwest Florida During Rush Hour?
A Bonita Springs attorney's plain-English breakdown of the seven worst rush-hour roads in SWFL and the Florida laws that govern…
How Traffic and Tourism Are Leading to More Car Accidents in Fort Myers Beach
How season-driven traffic on Fort Myers Beach turns into car crash claims, what Florida law says after the 2023 reform,…
Why Insurance Companies Want Your Recorded Statement After a Car Accident
Florida adjusters ask for recorded statements to lock in your story before you see a doctor. Here is what Florida…
How Truck Drivers Cause Accidents in Fort Myers
After 30+ years on Lee County truck cases, attorney David B. Pittman explains the five real causes of Fort Myers…
What to Keep in Your Car for Accident Preparedness in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney's practical car-kit list and the Florida law that governs what happens after the crash. Call Pittman…
Geico, Progressive, and State Farm Lowered Florida Auto Rates — What That Means for Your Injury Claim
Florida carriers cut auto premiums after the 2023 tort reforms. A Bonita Springs injury attorney explains what the rate cuts…
Road Rage Triggered by Horn Honking: A Florida Attorney’s Practical Guide
A Florida personal injury attorney explains what to do after a road-rage crash — PIP, UM, the 2-year deadline, and…
Understanding Why Drivers are Driving Into Buildings and Causing Accidents in Southwest Florida
Florida lawyer David B. Pittman on why vehicles crash into Southwest Florida buildings, the statutes that apply, and what to…
Right-of-Way When a Car Exits a Driveway and a Bicyclist Is on the Sidewalk: What Florida Law Actually Says
Florida law on driveway-versus-sidewalk-bicyclist crashes — duty to yield, 2023 comparative-fault reform, two-year window, PIP, and what to do in…
Is It Legal to Ride Your Bike on Fort Myers and Southwest Florida Sidewalks?
Florida treats sidewalk cyclists as pedestrians, but Fort Myers ordinances restrict downtown riding. A Lee County attorney explains the law,…
Can You Sue A Driver Personally After Fort Myers Car Accident?
A Fort Myers attorney explains when you can sue a driver personally in Florida after a car wreck: serious injury…
Should You Use a Personal Injury Referral Service After a Fort Myers Car Accident?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney explains how 1-800 lawyer referral hotlines really work, what the Florida Bar requires, and…
What To Do If You Trip and Fall Over Overgrown Tree Roots In Fort Myers
Tripped on a lifted sidewalk root in Fort Myers? A Lee County personal injury attorney explains Florida premises law, the…
Who Is At Fault If You Are Rear Ended And Pushed Into Another Vehicle in Fort Myers?
Florida law on chain-reaction rear-end fault in Fort Myers — §768.81, PIP, UM, the two-year deadline, and what to do…
Steps to Recover from Herniated Disc Injuries After a Car Crash
Florida car-crash herniated disc guide: PIP 14-day rule, 2-year filing window, 50% fault bar, permanent-injury threshold, and what to do…
What To Do If Your Uber or Lyft Driver Causes an Accident in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English guide to Florida rideshare law: whose insurance pays when your Uber or Lyft driver causes…
What Is The Best Medical Treatment For You After A Fort Myers Auto Accident?
Florida PIP gives you 14 days to see a doctor after a Fort Myers crash. A 30-year SWFL injury attorney…
What Are Common Injuries From an Escalator Accident in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers escalator injury lawyer David B. Pittman explains the injuries, the 2-year Florida deadline, comparative fault, and what to…
Is Bodily Injury Part of Florida’s Minimum Insurance Coverage? What You Need to Know if You Are in a Fort Myers Accident
Florida does not require bodily injury liability for most drivers. A Fort Myers injury lawyer explains PIP, UM, the 2023…
What to Do After an Amazon Driver Accident in Fort Myers
Hit by an Amazon delivery van or Flex driver in Fort Myers? A 30-year SWFL injury attorney explains Florida deadlines,…
How to Stay Safe on US 41 (Cleveland Avenue) in Fort Myers: A Lawyer’s Take on a Road That Eats Cars
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English read on US 41 Cleveland Avenue crashes: Florida's 2023 negligence rules, UM coverage, hit-and-run recovery,…
Why Tamiami Trail (US Highway 41) Florida Is the Most Dangerous Road in Lee County And What To Do If You Are Injured In An Accident
A Lee County personal injury attorney breaks down why US-41 produces so many serious crashes, what Florida's 2023 reform changed,…
Common Causes of Merging Accidents in Fort Myers and Who Is At Fault
Fort Myers merging accident attorney David Pittman explains Florida's fault rules, the 2023 two-year deadline, and what to do after…
What Does It Mean To Mitigate your Own Damages After a Fort Myers Car Accident?
Florida law makes Fort Myers crash victims take reasonable steps to limit losses. A 30-year attorney explains the 14-day PIP…
Understanding Pain and Suffering From Fort Myers Car Accidents
How Florida actually values pain and suffering after a Fort Myers car crash, the verbal threshold, the 2023 two-year deadline,…
How Physical Therapy for Car Accident Recovery Can Speed Up Healing in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English guide to PT after a car crash: PIP, the 14-day rule, the 2-year deadline, and…
Soft Tissue Injuries After a Fort Myers Car Accident: What Florida Law Says and How Recovery Really Works
Fort Myers car accident soft tissue injury? Florida's 14-day PIP rule, 2-year filing deadline, and 51% fault bar all apply.…
Understanding Whiplash Long-Term Effects After a Fort Myers Car Accident
Fort Myers whiplash effects can last months or years. David Pittman explains Florida PIP, the 14-day rule, and the 2023…
Why You Need a Lawyer for Your Claim After a Fort Myers Car Accident
After a Fort Myers car accident, Florida's 2-year deadline, PIP rules, and 50/51 fault cliff make legal help worth a…
Signs of Nerve Damage After a Car Accident: What You Need to Know
Florida nerve-damage car-accident guide from Pittman Law Firm: symptoms, PIP rules, the 2-year statute, comparative-fault cliff, and what to do…
What Does “No Fault” State Mean in Florida? Debunking Common Auto Insurance Misconceptions
Florida’s no-fault rule only governs the first $10,000 of PIP benefits. A 30-year SWFL injury attorney explains the 14-day rule,…
Theme Park Injuries in Florida: What You Need to Know If You Get Hurt At An Amusement Park
Hurt at a Florida theme park? A Southwest Florida injury attorney explains waivers, the 2-year deadline, the 50% comparative-fault rule,…
The Legal Consequences of Driving Without Insurance in Florida
Florida's insurance minimums, FLHSMV penalties, PIP and UM rules, and what to do if you're caught driving uninsured or hit…
Personal Injury Law Terms You Need to Know If You Are Injured In A Fort Myers Accident
A Fort Myers attorney's plain-English walkthrough of Florida personal injury terms: negligence, PIP, UM, comparative fault, statute of limitations, damages.
How to Treat a Herniated Disk After a Car Accident in Naples
Naples car accident attorney David Pittman on herniated disk treatment, Florida's 14-day PIP rule, the 2-year deadline, and what disk-injury…
How Long Does It Take for a Car Accident Settlement in Fort Myers?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney walks through realistic car accident settlement timelines, the Florida statutes that drive them, and…
Why Brake Checking in Fort Myers Can Lead to Serious Accidents
Brake checking in Fort Myers can flip rear-end fault under §768.81 and trigger reckless-driving charges. A 30-year Lee County attorney…
How to Treat Neck Pain After a Car Accident in Naples
Naples car accident neck pain guide from David B. Pittman, Esq. Florida PIP rules, whiplash patterns, MRI red flags, and…
Left Turn Car Accidents in Fort Myers: What You Need to Know
Florida left-turn crash law in plain English from a Fort Myers attorney with 30+ years of practice. Fault rules, 2-year…
Are U-Turns Illegal in Florida? Understanding the Laws and Risks in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers attorney walks through Florida's U-turn statute, the arterials where these crashes happen, the 2023 comparative-negligence change, and…
Your Insurance Adjuster Is Not Your Friend In Naples Car Accidents
A Naples car accident attorney explains how insurance adjusters work, what Florida's 2023 reforms changed, and how to protect your…
Allstate Insurance: Unfair Florida Claims Practices Exposed. How To Win Your Car Accident Case
How Allstate handles Florida car accident claims, what §768.81, §627.736 and the 2-year deadline mean for you, and how to…
How Dashboard Impacts Cause Knee Injuries in Fort Myers Car Accidents
Fort Myers attorney David Pittman on dashboard knee injuries after a car crash — PCL tears, Florida PIP rules, the…
Couple Blocked from Suing Uber After Daughter’s Uber Eats Order
A New Jersey couple lost the right to sue Uber after their daughter clicked through Uber Eats terms. What Florida…
How Do I Know If My Car Is Totaled in Florida and How Does That Impact My Auto Accident Case?
Florida's 80 percent total loss rule explained by a Southwest Florida injury attorney — what it means for your ACV,…
What Are Your Dog’s Rights in a Florida Car Accident?
Florida treats dogs as property after a car crash, but recovery is broader than that label suggests. A Bonita Springs…
What Are The Most Dangerous Roads In Fort Myers?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney breaks down the worst Lee County roads — I-75, US-41, SR-82, Colonial — plus…
Fort Myers Car Accident Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney breaks down five common car accident myths under Florida law, with real case insight…
Do You Have to Wear a Helmet on a Motorcycle in Florida?
Florida's helmet law explained in plain English by a Southwest Florida personal injury attorney, plus the PIP carve-out and UM…
Is Running a Yellow Light in Southwest Florida Legal?
Florida is a permissive yellow state — but legal entry does not erase fault. A SWFL attorney on §768.81, the…
Can Seat Belts Cause Shoulder Injuries In Car Accidents?
Seat belts save lives but can cause rotator cuff tears, labral injuries, and AC joint damage. A Florida injury attorney…
Fatal Crash On Immokalee Road in Naples Causes Outcry For Road Safety
After a fatal Immokalee Road crash in Naples, an experienced personal injury attorney explains Florida's wrongful death law, the 2-year…
Why Hire a Fort Myers Personal Injury Lawyer After An Accident?
A Fort Myers personal injury attorney explains Florida's 2-year deadline, the 50% comparative-fault rule, PIP, and when hiring a lawyer…
The Top Auto Insurance Adjuster Tricks To Watch Out For In A Southwest Florida Auto Accident
Florida auto adjusters use seven predictable moves to lower your payout. A 30-year SWFL personal injury attorney walks through each…
Major Studies Reveal Alarming Truths About Distracted Driving
Florida attorney David Pittman on what NHTSA and AAA studies reveal about distracted driving, how Florida's 2023 negligence reform changes…
Side Impact Collisions: How Car Accident Lawyers Determine Fault in Southwest Florida
Florida T-bone crash fault explained by a 30-year SWFL injury attorney — comparative negligence, the 2-year deadline, PIP, UM, and…
The Rise of the Rideshare: Using Uber and Lyft Safely in Southwest Florida
A Southwest Florida injury attorney explains how Uber and Lyft coverage works under Florida's TNC statute, when the $1M policy…
The Mental and Emotional Toll of Being Involved in an Accident
Florida law treats mental anguish and emotional distress as real, compensable damages after a crash. How the statutes, PIP, and…
Unexpected Vehicle Damage After a Crash: A Florida Lawyer’s Guide to Trees, Road Debris, and Hit-and-Runs
Florida lawyer David Pittman explains who pays when a tree falls on your car, debris flies off a truck, or…
8 Myths About Driving Without a Seatbelt, Debunked
Florida attorney David B. Pittman debunks 8 seatbelt myths, explains the seatbelt defense under §768.81, and what to do if…
Florida’s Mass Tort Reform: What you Should Know
Florida's 2023 tort reform in plain English — the 50% fault bar, the new two-year filing deadline, medical-bill rules, and…
Who Is Responsible If Debris Hits My Car While Driving in Florida?
A Florida personal injury attorney with 30+ years of practice walks through who is actually liable when debris from another…