5 Changes Tampa Bay Residents Should Consider Making to Their Auto Insurance in 2021 to Stay Protected and Lower Costs
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If you live in Tampa Bay, it may be time to review your auto insurance policy Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed Senate Bill 54, which would have rewritten the state’s auto insurance laws by doing away with the “no-fault” provision. Therefore, Florida will remain a “no-fault” state, which means that if you are injured
Do you feel nervous using an ATM? You’re not alone. Using an ATM can leave you vulnerable. You’re often alone. Your back is turned. And you’re depositing or withdrawing cash, which makes you a target for attacks and robberies. Although cases of robbery or people getting mugged at ATMs are relatively rare—research shows physical incidents
Dozens of children seriously injured and one killed by popular in-home treadmill Life in Tampa has changed drastically since the coronavirus. From remote work and school schedules to new ways to attend events and connect with others, COVID-19 has had a lasting impact on how we live. While some lifestyle changes have been positive, one
Is Florida going to repeal the no-fault law? What does this mean for Tampa Bay drivers?
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The largest changes to Florida’s automobile insurance laws in nearly 50 years could be on the horizon. Senate Bill 54 proposes to end the state’s no-fault insurance system and would eliminate the requirement that motorists carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage and replace it with a requirement that they have bodily injury coverage. Nearly every
LATEST VEHICLES UNDER SAFETY RECALL (Jan-Mar 2021)
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Over 7.5 million Hondas, Kias, Chevys and Nissans are currently under recall for potentially deadly defects. Vehicle recalls should be taken seriously. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and/or auto manufacturers issue recalls when a vehicle or its equipment, such as airbags, tires, or even car seats, pose a safety risk or do not
Fatal Car Accidents Increase in Tampa During the Pandemic
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The coronavirus pandemic has led to fewer cars on Tampa roadways, making room for speeders and reckless drivers. At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, three people in Tampa were accused of drag racing and arrested for driving as fast as 85 mph in a 45 mph zone. Soon after, a motorcycle going at least
Why Women Have a Higher Risk of Being Seriously Injured in Car Crashes
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New research shows women are 73% more likely than men to suffer a serious injury when they are involved in a car accident. With a growing number of vehicles on the road, car accidents happen every day in Tampa Bay. In fact, I-275 in Hillsborough County is one of the busiest highways in America, with
Meet the Winner of the Fall 2020 Darrigo & Diaz Scholarship for Emergency Responders and Their Families: Victoria Orindas
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Darrigo & Diaz Attorneys at Law is pleased to introduce Victoria Orindas Corcino as the Fall 2020 Winner of our Annual Scholarship for Emergency Responders and Their Families. Since 1999, the personal injury attorneys at Darrigo & Diaz have worked tirelessly to protect the rights of Tampa community members; those who fall victim to serious
Over 30 million vehicles are currently under recall for potentially deadly defects. Find out if your vehicle is affected and what to do next. Did you know? In 2020, there were over 250 recalls affecting 30 million vehicles. Newer vehicles are 73% more likely to be repaired after a recall than older models. Dealerships and
Work-related deaths and injuries in Tampa hit record-high. Here’s what you need to know. No employer, family member, or coworker ever wants a fatality to occur in the workplace. But it happens. In 2019, work-related deaths reached a 12-year high, with more than 5,300 fatalities occurring across the country. To put that number in perspective,
Shopping online for the holidays? These recalled toys pose safety risk for kids.
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Recalled toys to avoid purchasing this holiday season This year continues to be a roller coaster, and the holiday season will be no different. The coronavirus pandemic has fundamentally changed the retail industry – many stores and malls have temporarily or permanently closed, online sales have soared, and retailers are starting holiday sales earlier than
Carbon Monoxide Deaths: Are Keyless Ignitions to Blame?
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Cars with keyless ignitions have a dangerous downside that has killed dozens of people Cars with keyless ignitions have a dangerous downside. Sometimes, drivers don’t realize their cars are still on after parking, which can lead to carbon monoxide filling their garages and homes. According to a New York Times report, dozens of people have died or
Food Delivery Services Tied to Rise in Car Crashes in Tampa Bay
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With COVID-19 putting more food delivery drivers on the road, car accidents are increasing across Tampa Across Tampa Bay, the COVID-19 pandemic has affected most aspects of daily life, including how we get our food. Since shelter-in-place orders were issued in March 2020, business for on-demand food delivery apps, such as Uber Eats, Postmates,
Back to school and COVID-19: Tips to keep your family safe
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How to prepare your family for the reopening of Tampa Bay schools Get ready to pack your back-to-school pencils, binders and … hand sanitizer? For the last six months (and counting), parents have been navigating guidelines and safety measures designed to limit the spread of COVID-19. Now, with Tampa Bay schools preparing to start
How you can help local Tampa Bay businesses during COVID-19 and beyond
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Supporting small businesses across Tampa Bay is more important than ever Anyone who has ever met a small business owner knows how much time, effort and passion goes into running a business. The uphill battle that small businesses and their owners face has gotten exponentially more difficult due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Drownings increase across Tampa Bay during Coronavirus: what the CDC wants you to know heading into the busy summer season
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Swimming safety tips to keep you and your family safe and healthy this summer Summer has arrived, and for many of us who live in Tampa Bay, this means more time at the beach and pool. Yet, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released new swimming safety guidelines to help keep
What are the benefits of hiring a board-certified personal injury attorney?
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Few Tampa lawyers can claim board certification. Since 1999, Darrigo and Diaz has striven to provide top-tier legal representation for individuals in Tampa Bay and the surrounding areas. While our enviable record of success and strong relationships with current and former clients speak volumes about our abilities, it’s important to highlight an often-overlooked strength of
Bicycle Boom: Tampa cycling accidents are on the rise
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You may have noticed something different about Tampa roadways in recent weeks: no traffic. According to the Tampa Bay Times, Tampa Bay traffic has dropped by 30 percent since coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown measures were introduced in mid-March. With fewer cars on the road, you would expect crashes to also be down; however, that’s not necessarily
5 Critical Steps to Take if Injured While Working from Home
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Stay-at-home orders and remote working have become a new reality for many Tampa residents. Darrigo & Diaz have been inundated with calls from concerned workers. Many of you have inquired about whether or not workers’ compensation insurance covers injuries sustained while working at home, and how to go about filing a claim for such an
Thinking about cancelling or reducing car insurance during the COVID-19 crisis?
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The decision to cancel or reduce your car insurance policy for the short-term should not be made lightly. Consider these factors before making the call.
Attention Referring Attorneys: How to Move Forward During Coronavirus.
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Now’s the best time to clean out your legal closet and get stalled injury cases moving so you can earn referral fees and thrive during this crisis. If you’re like the rest of us attorneys right now, you’re either in your home office trying to get your bearings, or you’re in your regular office with
You can hire us without leaving your home. Call 813-774-3341 Whether you have been injured in an accident, need help with a property damage claim, or simply have questions about your current case, at Darrigo Diaz & Darrigo & Diaz we can get you the legal help you need without you ever having to leave
The World Health Organization has declared the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak a pandemic. While numerous events, social gatherings and meetings are being cancelled throughout Tampa Bay, at Darrigo, Diaz & Darrigo & Diaz, we are fully prepared and technologically equipped to maintain operations without disruption. Contact and meet with us without ever leaving your home At
The car key is coming to your smartphone. But is it safe? The day is dawning when vehicle owners may never have to look for their car keys again. On March 3, 2020, Apple announced the availability of an automotive virtual key solution that enables iPhones and Apple Watches to unlock, lock and start certain
Although you may think you know everything you need to know about driving—hands at 10 and 2, eyes on the road, rearview mirror adjusted—there are a few things that you may want to review. In fact, as far as distracted driving is concerned, the National Safety Council (NSC) estimates approximately 50% of licensed drivers in
Using your smartphone as a dashcam can provide valuable evidence to help protect you These days car accidents happen far too frequently. Each year, there are 6 million car accidents in the United States, equating to over $230.6 billion in damages.1 Knowing these statistics, it’s important to protect yourself and those around you. Enter dashcams.
Announcing the 2020 Winner of D&D’s Annual Scholarship for Emergency Responders and Their Families
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Darrigo & Diaz Attorneys at Law is pleased to introduce Angie Yvonne Hogan as the 2020 Winner of our Annual Scholarship for Emergency Responders and their Families. Since 1999, D&D has worked tirelessly to protect the rights of Tampa FL community members; those who fall victim to personal injuries in traffic and slip and fall
5 Costly Mistakes Florida Homeowners Make with Insurance Claims
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The average Florida homeowner pays $1,918 in annual home insurance premiums, but only makes a claim every 10 years.1,2 That’s $19,180 in premium over that span. As a policyholder, if your property is damaged, you have the right to file a claim with your insurance company and receive payment for your loss. However, there are
Why your property damage may not be covered by your insurance
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Living in Florida is not for the faint of heart: the summers are hot, the humidity is intense, and the state’s cantankerous climate during the summer storm season causes some of the most dangerous and expensive weather-related damages in the country. In 2017 and 2018, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation reported that more than
The great promise of smart cars is their ability to save lives by replacing human error with intelligent computers. But as cars get smarter and significantly safer, drivers are making dumber decisions. In a new study conducted by State Farm, drivers who use autonomous technology, such as adaptive cruise control or lane-keeping assistance, are twice
JUUL use increases by an alarming 78% for high schoolers and 48% for middle schoolers
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JUULs, or e-cigarettes, have exploded in popularity in recent years — but not among the people for which they were intended. Instead of being used by adults who are trying to stop smoking, teenagers who have never picked up a cigarette are now vaping in record numbers. In a new report published by the Centers
Left Turn Accidents Account for 60% of All Intersection Collisions
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Driver error accounts for 95% of motor vehicle accidents.1 To some degree, a driver’s decision or behavior is almost always to blame in the event of a crash. Whether texting, tailgating, or speeding, driver errors are risky, unsafe, and can even be fatal. Yet, one of the most dangerous decisions a driver has to make
Rise in Delivery Trucks on Roads Sees Increase in Accidents in Tampa
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We all love the ability to order something online and get it delivered the very next day. Amazon’s FREE and insanely fast delivery services have prompted a shift in how we shop for clothing, furniture, appliances, and groceries. Yet, the online revolution is changing something else: transportation. There are more delivery trucks on the road
I was injured in a golf cart accident in Tampa. What do I do now?
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Golf Cart Accidents in Tampa: More Dangerous than Expected While it might not be so surprising that Florida has the most golf courses in the United States. You may be shocked to learn that Florida has the more golf carts on public roadways than any other state. Tampa Bay is a particular hot spot for
Florida has the most uninsured drivers. Everyone needs UM. (Uninsured Motorist coverage)
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According to multiple studies, Florida ranks first in the United States for number of uninsured drivers.1-3 An estimated 5 million Florida drivers either have no insurance or insufficient insurance. This means that if you get into an accident in Florida, there’s about a one in four chance it will be with an uninsured driver. If
Darrigo & Diaz establishes annual scholarship for Emergency Responders and their families
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For those who dedicate their lives to serving their communities, D&D dedicates a new scholarship to supporting America’s heroes. Emergency responders are vital to keeping our communities safe. Every day, hundreds of Americans rely on emergency responders to be there during the scariest of times. When an accident happens, emergency responders are the first
I-4 named the most dangerous highway in country. Tampa claims two of it’s most dangerous sections.
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It’s a popular road you take to drive from Tampa to Orlando, but Interstate 4 has another title: the most dangerous highway in the country. According to Fatal Accident Reporting System (FARS) data retrieved from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were more than 165 deaths on the 132-mile interstate in the last
Tampa’s electric scooter invasion offers a glimpse of the dangers to come
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There’s an old urban legend, that in 1895, the first two automobiles arrived in an Ohio town, promptly drove down Main Street, and crashed into each other. The new transportation technology was poorly understood and unregulated and, not surprisingly, resulted in disaster. True or not, that story is analogous to what’s currently happening in Tampa
Wake-Up Call: Six Shocking Road Rage Statistics You Didn’t Know
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Here are six shocking road rage statistics that will probably surprise you. 53% of drivers consider speeding normal Especially at rush hour, over half of all drivers consider driving 10 mph over the speed limit to be perfectly normal. 50% of drivers become aggressors Half of drivers admit to resorting to horn-honking, light-flashing, rude gestures,
What happens when you don’t buckle up in the back seat?
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For years, there has been this myth that riding in the back seat is less dangerous than the front. However, the truth is that passengers may be eight times as likely to die in a crash if they’re not wearing their seatbelt in the back seat. In 2015, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, reported
Would it surprise you to hear that 9 out of 10 Americans say a teacher had a “significant, positive impact” on their life? Nearly all Americans believe that a good teacher can change the course of a student’s life. There is not enough time in the day to appropriately express the gratitude we have for
What’s one of the most dangerous driver errors? You’re not going to be right.
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We’ve all witnessed it: A driver making a LEFT-HAND turn at an intersection who misjudges the distance and timing of oncoming traffic and just narrowly avoids a collision, often having to emphatically swerve or accelerate. This exact scenario is one of the most common—and dangerous—traffic maneuvers to occur on today’s roadways. According to the US
Improper Passing Leading Cause of Two-Lane Road Fatalities
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Twice as many highway fatalities occur on two-lane roads, according to the latest statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The report reveals that 75% of two-vehicle, head-on collisions occur on undivided two-lane roads—and head-on collisions are disproportionately deadly. One of the leading causes of head-on collisions is failing to pass properly. Passing Other Vehicles
Five Biggest Social Media Mistakes Personal Injury Clients Make!
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Posted by Darrigo & Diaz Today, social media is just a part of everyday life. We wake up and check various channels for the latest news, local updates, and personal content from our friends, family, and work colleagues. Throughout the day, we monitor trending topics and post our own thoughts and photos. At the end
Property Claims: How to make your storm damage insurance claims go as smoothly as possible
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Hurricane Florence started its slow march across the Southeast Friday, pounding North Carolina with a powerful combination of wind and rain. The dangerous storm, which was downgraded to a tropical storm, will batter the region through early next week. While the storm’s winds will slowly weaken, the devastating effects will continue to be felt. Recovering
Last month, a Tampa man was walking on the sidewalk of East Hillsborough Avenue around 11 PM, when he stepped onto the road and was hit by a car. The man died at a local hospital. The crash was not a hit-an-run and everyone involve stayed at the scene and cooperated with police. This tragic pedestrian
BACK TO SCHOOL: Is refurbishing a football helmet enough to keep athletes safe?
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The helmet: the last piece of equipment a football player puts on his body before entering a game and, yet, by far the most important. And at a time when sports-related concussion concerns have been heightened by links to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease found in athletes, military veterans, and others with
D&D Property Claims: Don’t become a victim of denied insurance claims for hurricane damage!
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The 2018 hurricane season has arrived and is predicted to be more active than usual, with seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. If we learned anything from last year’s monster storm Irma and the numerous denied insurance damage claims left in her wake, now is the time to prepare. So, what are some things you
Traumatic Brain Injuries in Children Linked to ADHD Years Later
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Traumatic brain injuries send over one million children, adolescents and young adults to the emergency room each year. A recent study suggests traumatic brain injuries in children may be linked to an increased risk for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) years later. In a study reported in JAMA Pediatrics, a research team at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical
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