Why You Shouldn’t Settle with Insurance Companies Too Quickly

And Why “Quick and Easy” Often Isn’t in Your Best Interest You’ve been in an accident. You’re sore, your car looks like it tangled with a monster truck, and the phone rings—it’s the insurance adjuster offering you a settlement check. Fast cash? Yes. Fair cash? Not so much. Before you sign anything or say “yes” too quickly, let’s break down why hitting pause might be the smartest move you’ll make all year. The First Offer Is Rarely the Best Offer Insurance companies are like poker players—they show you one card, but keep the good stuff hidden. Their goal is to get you to settle...

22 May

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Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid After a Slip and Fall Accident in Florida

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Personal Injury

You’re walking through a grocery store, minding your own business, when—bam! Your foot hits a wet patch, your coffee flies, and you’re on the ground wondering what just happened. Slip and fall accidents can be embarrassing, painful, and downright frustrating. But what you do after the fall matters just as much as the fall, especially if you plan on pursuing a legal claim in Florida. Here are the top 5 mistakes people make after a slip and fall accident—and how to make sure you don’t slip up again: Not Reporting the Accident Immediately One of the biggest mistakes? Walking it off. (Literally.) If you...

19 May

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What to Do After a Car Accident in Florida: Your 2025 Roadside Legal Checklist

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Personal Injury

Florida’s roads are unpredictable—between distracted drivers, tourist traffic, and daily rush hour chaos, accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. Whether it’s a fender bender on I-4 or a serious crash on US-1, knowing exactly what to do next can make or break your injury claim. Prioritize Safety and Medical Help First things first—check yourself and others for injuries. Even if you feel "fine," some injuries (like whiplash or internal trauma) might not show symptoms right away. Call 911 to report the accident and request medical assistance if needed. In Florida, you’re legally required to report any accident involving injury,...

03 January

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Tort Reform – The Devil’s Greatest Trick

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Car Accidents, Florida Law, Personal Injury

The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn’t exist. For years, insurance companies have pushed ad campaigns and marketing efforts encouraging tort reform. Pointing to frivolous lawsuits, insurance companies have tried to convince the public that tort reform is a necessity. In fact, the reality is quite different. If you or a loved one have been in an accident, you may understand why tort reform is not good for anyone, except the insurance companies. We have all heard stories of frivolous cases, which have been parodied in movies and television for decades. The McDonald’s coffee...

12 December

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Helping our Community One Helmet at a Time

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in DeWitt Law Firm News, Personal Injury

As we approach the holiday season, we look for ways to help our community. One of our traditions of giving back is donating bikes to the News Junkie’s annual holiday bike drive. For years, we have worked with The News Junkie, a local radio show on Real Radio 104.1FM by donating bikes for their annual bike drive. During 2016, we donated 122 bikes, and in 2017, we were able to provide 116 bikes. This year, we wanted to go one step further so we have decided to match every bike donated. The program focuses on providing bikes for children in need. The...

14 May

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Can Social Media be used as Evidence in Florida Courts

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Divorce, Florida Law, General Legal Advice, Personal Injury

What does this mean in terms of your social media posts or posts that you are tagged in or mentioned in? Social media posts could potentially be used in dissolution of marriages, family law cases, civil cases, personal injury cases, auto accident cases, and criminal cases. ...