Debra Berrier

Negligence is an area of tort law that deals with the harm that may be caused by someone failing to act in a manner that should have been considered reasonable. The term negligence can be used to cover a number of different scenarios and it can refer to a wide variety of causes. But, is personal injury the same as negligence? This will help you decide.  Causation Causation is a nifty little acronym that stands for the relationship between cause and effect. There are two main types of causation. One is proximate, and the other is actual. Both are important…

With the advent of newer technologies every day, people’s lives are getting more complicated. Although these technologies are supposed to make life simple, they bring several risks along with them. People are always at risk of several types of injuries every second of their lives. Therefore, getting proper medical insurance to cover all injury costs whenever you face such life-threatening incidences is important. You might have insurances that cover any accident or medical emergencies. However, you will face several consequences when you try to file for monetary compensation. You are already in a dire mental and physical condition and will…

Cycling is enjoyable when done correctly while following all traffic regulations. This enjoyable sport and hobby can also be dangerous due to the numerous challenges you may face as a cyclist while on the road. Some of these challenges are usually the leading factors in bicycle accidents. Roundabouts Roundabouts have continued to be a hotspot for many accidents, more so those in major urban centers. Such roundabouts do contain numerous exits; thus, motorists tend to emerge from any side of the roundabout without paying much attention to any present cyclists, which may lead to an accident. Other motorists do tend…

Yes, prescription drugs can cause distracted driving accidents. Most drivers know that taking illegal drugs and drinking alcohol can impair their ability to drive safely and significantly increase the risk of car accidents. But some may not know that some prescription drugs can also have similar hazardous effects on their driving ability.  Besides that, drivers who cause distracted driving crashes and other kinds of car accidents are likewise at risk of being charged with DWI or driving while intoxicated. Depending on the specific charge, a DWI comes with the following penalties:  A fine of $2,000 up to $10,000  Jail time…

Chapter 12 bankruptcy is a special proceeding for fishermen and family farmers. This allows you to set up a repayment plan and retain the assets that you have worked so hard for. A Chapter 12 filing can result in a repayment of a fraction of the amount owed. This is a great relief for your business and gives you the chance to get it back on track. You need skilled Chapter 12 bankruptcy attorneys if your farm or fishing company is facing financial difficulties. Bruner Wright P.A. is the largest Florida bankruptcy law firm. We have the experience and knowledge…