A Law Firm that Gives Back to Our Community
We realize that the words “lawyer” or “attorney” are often not referred to in a positive manner. People feel nervous thinking about going to court or being sued. But, we want you to think of those words with a positive feeling. Attorneys aren’t out to get you. They aren’t walking down the street thinking, “Gee, […]
I Got Hurt On Vacation!
When we plan a vacation, it is always a blissful, relaxing getaway – in our minds. Sometimes reality matches our vision. Other times, things don’t go as smoothly as we had hoped. If you live here in Florida, you may vacation here or elsewhere. As a resident, you know that thousands of people flood our […]
Nursing Home Negligence
At Nance Cacciatore Law of Melbourne, FL, our personal injury lawyers have served Brevard County since 1963. We know that choosing to place an aging loved one in a nursing home is one of the most difficult decisions you may face. You may have family members opposing the idea, making it even more challenging. However, […]
Ways to Avoid an Accident
No one ever gets in their car and thinks they will be involved in an automobile accident, especially if they have a good track record, feel as if they drive defensively, and view themselves as “a good driver.” While some accidents are avoidable, others sadly are not! By definition, an accident is: “An unfortunate incident […]
Crosswalks Can Save Your Life, Especially in Florida!
Living on the east coast of Florida is like living in paradise. Even if you don’t actually live beachside, you are still not far from the beach. We have mild winters, our summers aren’t overly hot thanks to our proximity to the ocean, and spring and fall weather can’t be beaten! Yes, it is a […]
Where, When, and Why Accidents Occur
In a previous blog, we addressed the concept of accident avoidance focusing on preventative measures. Avoiding blind spots, keeping your vehicle properly maintained, holding your hands at the proper position on the steering wheel, proper seat positioning, and driving cautiously at night. While an accident is technically an unexpected and unintentional incident, it is not […]
Walk This Way
Tragically, in March, a Brevard woman was struck by a car and killed while illegally crossing the road about a half a block from a pedestrian crosswalk on a dark, busy stretch of highway A1A in Indialantic. This death occurred just as police, engineers, and leaders in the community are working to make crossing this […]
Motorcycle Safety – Part 2
In a previous blog, we discussed safety practices that car drivers can implement to keep motorcyclists safe on the road. We talked about the importance of double and triple checking for motorcycles before pulling out, switching lanes, and making turns. We also advised drivers to be cognizant of their blind spots since smaller vehicles like […]
Watch for Motorcycles
Signs and bumper stickers stating: “Watch for Motorcycles, “Loud Pipes Save Lives,” and “Look Twice for Motorcycles” are common sights. Why is that so? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in a 2017 article: “Florida has the most motorcycle crash fatalities in the nation, with Brevard County having 22, ranking ninth among the […]
