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Hands-Free Doesn’t Mean Risk-Free: Florida’s Distracted Driving Laws and Why They Matter

A middle aged caucasian man distracted driving while using a mobile device.

Christopher Gonsalves / 02-20-2026 / Auto Recalls

Every day, Florida drivers put lives at risk by choosing to send a quick text, glance at a navigation app, or answer a phone call behind the wheel. These split-second decisions can result in devastating crashes that change families forever. At Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, P.A., our personal injury attorneys understand how distracted driving […]

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How is Liability Determined in a Florida Distracted Driving Accident?

How Liability Is Determined for Distracted Driving

Thomas Dennis / 09-01-2021 / Car Accident

Distractions while driving are plentiful. Whether drivers adjust the radio, talk with passengers, are on their cell phones, or the like, these are all considered different forms of distracted driving. Drivers who take part in these distractions can cause severe injuries and property damage to themselves and others on the road. If you have been […]

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Are Smartphones to Blame for Distracted Driving? 

Are Smartphones to Blame for Distracted Driving_

Thomas Dennis / 06-10-2021 / Auto Accidents

 Distracted driving is a significant problem on roads across the country. In fact, the CDC reports that eight people die every day because of a distracted driver. However, texting behind the wheel is just one form of distracted driving.  The CDC defines distracted driving as any activity that takes a driver’s eyes off the road, […]

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