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Urgent Safety Warning for Treadmills and Children
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…
Continue ReadingIs Florida going to repeal the no-fault law? What does this mean for Tampa Bay drivers?
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)…
Continue ReadingFatal Car Accidents Increase in Tampa During the Pandemic
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…
Continue ReadingWhy Women Have a Higher Risk of Being Seriously Injured in Car Crashes
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.…
Continue ReadingMeet the Winner of the Fall 2020 Darrigo & Diaz Personal Injury Attorneys Scholarship for Emergency Responders and Their Families: Victoria Orindas
Darrigo & Diaz Personal Injury Attorneys 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 Personal Injury…
Continue ReadingProblems with Gig Economy Liability
As independent contractors rise to fill the growing demand for fast services, the line surrounding liability in the event of an accident begins to blur. From rideshare services to food delivery to personal shoppers, more people are spending more time…
Continue ReadingWho is Liable for Accidents in the Gig Economy?
This is one of the biggest questions at the heart of the gig economy and perhaps the most difficult to answer. The rise of the gig economy presents new and distinct challenges to workers and their companies. Many companies like…
Continue ReadingCarbon Monoxide Deaths: Are Keyless Ignitions to Blame?
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…
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