Author: James Frazier
Consequences When a Truck Driver Falls Asleep at the Wheel and Causes an Accident The consequences can be devastating when a truck driver falls asleep at the wheel. With some big rigs weighing up to 80,000 lbs., even a minor lapse in attention can lead to catastrophic outcomes. There are important things to consider in […]
Florida Firework Injury: Legal Steps Explained Fireworks, often associated with celebrations, can unexpectedly cause severe injuries. If you find yourself a victim of a Florida firework accident, understanding your legal rights and the possibility of compensation is crucial. At Paul | Knopf | Bigger, Florida’s experienced personal injury lawyers, we are dedicated to helping you […]
Common Truck Accidents in Florida The attorneys at Paul | Knopf | Bigger are experienced Florida truck accident attorneys. This experience allows them to be able to assist truck accident victims in pursuing their case against the largest trucking companies in the world. Below is a summary of the most common types of truck accidents […]
Top 5 Causes of Apartment Fires in Florida and How to Prevent Them Apartment fires pose a significant risk to tenants, leading to devastating losses. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that nearly 400,000 fires cause nearly $8 billion in yearly damages. These statistics highlight the importance of understanding the common causes of apartment […]
What is an Underride Crash, and What’s Being Done to Prevent Them? Understanding Underride Truck Crashes Underride crashes occur when a smaller vehicle slides underneath the body of a larger truck, such as a semi-trailer or tanker, due to the height difference between the vehicles. These types of truck accidents are dangerous, often resulting in […]
Apartment Fire Attorneys: Protecting Residents and Owners Apartment fires are a severe threat, constituting just 25% of the total fires in the United States, yet accounting for 75% of deaths and 76% of injuries. These fires also cause tens of billions of dollars in damage annually. With the increasing frequency of such incidents, understanding the […]
BMW Recall: Vehicles Recalled Over Explosive Takata Airbags The BMW recall involves a number of SUVs in the U.S. due to the risk posed by defective Takata airbags. These inflators can explode in a crash, sending metal shrapnel into the vehicle and potentially causing severe injury or death. The recall involves 486 X3, X4, and […]
Automakers’ Urgent Efforts to Fix Millions of Takata Defective Airbags That Are Injuring Thousands Ten years after government regulators announced a massive, nationwide recall of Takata defective airbags, more than six million of these potentially deadly airbags are still on the road. Safety advocates and government regulators liken the millions of defective airbags to a […]
Persistent Danger in Florida: Thousands of Vehicles Still Equipped with Hazardous Takata Airbags Over a decade after the largest automotive recall in history, millions of vehicles across the United States, particularly in Florida, still contain potentially deadly Takata airbags. Despite efforts to alert vehicle owners and repair these airbags, the issue remains unresolved, posing significant […]
Drunk driving is a serious offense that poses significant risks to everyone on the road. In Florida, the consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) are severe, reflecting the state’s commitment to minimizing alcohol-related crashes. If a drunk driver has hit you, understanding your legal options is crucial. The attorneys at Paul | Knopf | […]