Drownings in Florida Rise over 150% since 2019 With a significant increase of children at home in Florida due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic we are unfortunately seeing the subsequent rise of drowning accidents. In statistics collected by Water Smart Tots, since the start of 2020, there have already been 23 child drowning accidents. This… Read More
What is “Bad Faith” in Personal Injury Cases?
During a personal injury case, you might hear your attorney reference the term “Bad Faith”. Understanding what that exactly means is important and should be explained to you. “Bad Faith” occurs in a personal injury case when an insurance company violates its responsibilities to their customers. People buy car insurance so they are protected, but… Read More
Using Social Media During Personal Injury Cases: Do’s and Don’ts
Social media has changed the practice of personal injury law since I started over 30 years ago. There used to be a time when we had to caution our clients only about the insurance investigators that may be doing video surveillance on their homes or workplaces. Now, I must also advise our clients to use… Read More
5 Things to do After a Slip and Fall Injury Accident
Wet floors, torn carpeting, poor lighting and areas with uneven surfaces are just some of the dangerous conditions that cause slip and fall accidents. A slip and fall injury accident or a trip and fall accident can happen at work, shopping at stores in Tampa like Publix or Wal-Mart, at a pool or just about anywhere. In order… Read More
Does Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Mean I’m Filing a Lawsuit?
A personal injury can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. Not only are you out of work (temporarily or permanently), but you now have unexpected medical bills to pay. Battling with insurance companies or other responsible parties can be emotionally draining, stunting the healing process. If you have found yourself in this position, a personal… Read More
Motorcycle Accident Insurance Claims in Florida
In Florida, motorcycle owners cannot purchase personal injury protection, also known as PIP or no-fault insurance. This means that you are not entitled to first-party benefits after a crash, such as medical and wage loss benefits. This can be a financial hardship and a barrier to quality medical treatment if you do not have other… Read More
Florida Bicycle Laws: Top 10 Reasons to be a Defensive Cyclist
With over a 140 bicycle accidents in Hillsborough County so far this year, and being an amateur cyclist myself, I believe in taking personal responsibility for my own safety by being a defensive cyclist. Just as we drive cars defensively, let’s ride our bike defensively. Here’s a refresher on the top ten list of Florida… Read More
When to Contact a Motorcycle Accident Attorney
According to Ride Smart Florida, more than 14,000 people were injured in motorcycle crashes during 2015 on Florida roadways. Overall, there are more than 625,000 motorcycles registered in Florida accounting for nearly 4% of all roadway traffic. More frightening statistics Unfortunately, the statistics on the number of accidents is only the beginning of the tale… Read More
5 Questions to Ask Your Personal Injury Lawyer
Hiring a personal injury lawyer is an important decision. You want to make sure your lawyer is capable of handling your case, understand how much you will owe your lawyer if you win or lose the case and get a feel for if the lawyer anticipates your case will go to trial. Here are the top… Read More
What Does a Contingent Fee Agreement Mean?
We frequently have callers ask the question of what does contingent fee basis mean? This means that you don’t pay money to your attorney up front. Payment to your attorney depends on, or is contingent upon, there being some recovery of settlement money or jury award in your case. The payment to your attorney is then a… Read More
