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Distracted Driving – Be Smart with Your Smartphone
How many people do you know who don’t own a smartphone? Chances are, very few. These powerful mobile devices have become ubiquitous in the U.S. According to a recent study by the Pew Research Center, 77% of Americans own one. Just six years ago, it was 35%. Gone are...
Florida Senate and House Committees Pass Responsible Roadways Bills
floridajusticeassociation Two legislative committees on Thursday approved bills that would have Florida join 48 other states that require drivers to carry bodily injury insurance. The proposals, SB 1766 by Sen. Tom Lee and CS/HB 1063 by Rep. Erin Grall, would repeal...
The Pains of Social Media After an Accident
We hear it all of the time: “My page is set to private” or “I don’t see what the big deal is about posting on Facebook.” The reality is, when you have a personal injury claim, everything that you do is heavily scrutinized by insurance adjusters and defense attorneys...
Mandatory Bodily Injury Legislation Filed
floridajusticeassociation Sen. Tom Lee of Tampa and Rep. Erin Grall of Vero Beach have filed legislation to have Florida join 48 other states that require motorists to carry bodily injury insurance. The bodily injury requirement would replace the mandate that forces...
State Rep. Grall Named to Marine Bank Board of Directors
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Vero Beach native and newly elected Florida legislator Erin Grall recently was recently appointed to the board of directors of the Marine Bank & Trust. Grall, who represents District 54 in the state House of Representatives, is the managing...
Personal Injury Law Work Prepares Rep. Erin Grall for New Job
By Isadora Rangel, isadora.rangel@tcpalm.com Erin Grall may be a rookie in the Florida Legislature, but the personal injury lawyer said she has developed a thick skin to deal with the political wrangling that awaits her in Tallahassee. "I'm used to an adversarial work...
Vero Beach Attorney Erin Grall Breezes into Florida House District 54
By Melissa E. Holsman, melissa.holsman@tcpalm.com When Vero Beach attorney Erin Grall vanquished three Republicans for the state House District 54 seat in the Aug. 30 primary, it all but secured her victory Tuesday. Grall, 39, faced only write-in candidate James...
Florida Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Helping Injured Victims
The Florida coastline sees far more motorcyclists than most other states. The sunny, warm weather and beautiful landscape draw more bikers every year. However, since 2002, when the Florida helmet law was repealed, the number of accidents causing traumatic brain and...
What are my First Steps in Pursuing a Premises Liability Claim?
It can happen at any moment: suddenly you are injured and rushed to the hospital because of someone else’s negligence. Home and business owners need to take precautions to protect the safety of those on the premises. A fall, slipping or tripping, a dog bite, swimming...
What are Negligent Security and Premises Liability Laws in Florida?
Owners of nightclubs, malls, and other premises are often required to provide safety and security for their customers, visitors, or invited guests. If a property owner in Florida fails to provide adequate lighting, warning cones, locks, or security guards when...