Negligence court cases are not as straightforward as you think. There are different types of negligence and there are different ways to pursue a negligence case in the courts of Florida. The best way to understand a negligence case is to consult with a qualified, bar-certified attorney who specializes in negligence law and has years […]
Are there any circumstances a landowner can be found negligent? A landowner can be found negligent if the landowner is aware of or should be aware of a damaged area of his property, or the landowner ignores a request to repair damaged areas of property. However, if the problems have been addressed and repaired to […]
Owning a vessel is one of the great luxuries of living in Florida. If you have ever wondered about chartering your vessel for extra income or to compensate for maintenance costs, contact a qualified, experienced maritime attorney. We will be able to explain all aspects of chartering your vessel and how to do it in […]
Business contracts can be confusing. Are verbal contracts legally binding? Do I have to sign specific paperwork to put a contract in effect? What are the rules in a verbal contract? All of these questions, and more, come up constantly when discussing contract law in Florida. It is best to discuss these matters with a […]
Crewmembers on a cruise ship are considered “special wards of the court” when operating on a vessel. This special denomination gives crewmembers rights above and beyond a normal person on a vessel. Sailors are usually unaware of their rights when working a vessel in the United States, but it is important to be fully informed […]
Slip & Fall lawsuits throughout Florida, South Florida, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Ft. Myers, Naples, Jacksonville, Port Canaveral, Ft. Pierce, Pt. St. Lucie, Stuart, Jupiter, Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Plantation, Davie, Dania, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Miami, Key West, or any of the Caribbean Islands (Grand Bahama, Nassau, Paradise […]
Auto accidents in Florida can have devastating effects on anyone. Not understanding the legal landscape of auto accidents can leave you footing the bill for an accident you had little to nothing to do with. Avoid these type of problems when suffering an auto accident by contacting the Law Offices of Peter M. Commette, P.A. […]
Personal injuries on cruise ships due to negligent or lax security occurs all the time. Cruise ships are not your friend when it comes to legal matters. Cruise ships have gorged themselves on the profit margin gained by maritime liability laws. When boarding a cruise ship, passengers will often write off their rights without even […]
Personal Injuries can occur any place at any time, and unfortunately, they have a knack for occurring while people are enjoying their vacations. You might find yourself enjoying the luxury of a Foreign Resort and be faced with a vacation ending personal injury. Not only does the end of the vacation cause stress, but the […]
It is important to review what you sign when checking in at a resort. We are not talking about credit card receipts. Oftentimes, you will be handed a pamphlet of information to review and sign. These pamphlets can vary and sometimes hold binding legal agreements in the fine print. Like online agreements, these legal agreements […]
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