Florida Laws

James D. Payer | December 15, 2024 | Florida Laws

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drivers 16 through 19 are three times as likely to end up in a fatal car accident than drivers who are over the age of 19. Inexperience and risky behaviors, like texting while driving, contribute to this increased fatal crash risk. Florida has implemented… read more

James D. Payer | December 12, 2024 | Florida Laws

If you’ve ever been curious about the term “Bar” in the context of the Bar Exam or Bar Association, you’re not alone. It’s a term frequently used in the legal profession, but its meaning and origin might not be immediately clear to those unfamiliar with legal jargon. Whether you’re considering a career in law, preparing… read more

James D. Payer | December 22, 2023 | Florida Laws

If you were injured due to a car accident while walking at night, you must talk to an attorney immediately. Is it illegal to walk at night, or is it illegal to walk around your neighborhood at night? It’s not, so do not let the other party or the police tell you that you were… read more

James D. Payer | October 11, 2023 | Florida Laws

Uber and Lyft are popular rideshare companies. Rideshare services have become one of the most common ways to get around Orlando, Florida if you do not have a vehicle of your own. Tourists often use rideshare services instead of using public buses or taxis.  Uber and Lyft drivers are independent contractors. They use their personal… read more

James D. Payer | October 25, 2018 | Florida Laws

Not to be too dramatic, but let’s say you are in the Orlando area for the weekend, and you, unfortunately, get involved in an auto accident. This could either mean a civil or criminal lawsuit, in either case, you have Payer Law Personal Injury Lawyers to assist you. A civil case typically includes a private dispute between… read more