Stories of auto accidents and cell phones usually don’t end well. However, if you are involved in an auto accident, consider using your cell phone to help maximize your injury case. While still at the scene, your medical care is of primary concern. Only if you are physically able, and it is safe for you to do so, consider using… Read More
Side Impact Crash: Passenger and Driver Safety
Every year, side-impact crashes are responsible for approximately 25 percent of vehicle passenger deaths in the United States. These crashes most commonly occur at intersections when one motor vehicle enters the lane of another. Unfortunately, when a vehicle is struck broadside, the occupants are extremely vulnerable to injury. Less Protection in Side Impact Crashes Of… Read More
Bicycle Accidents: Safety Tips from a Personal Injury Attorney
Florida cyclists know how important helmets are for biking safety. However, there is much more to staying safe on a bicycle than just wearing a helmet. There are many precautions cyclists can take to avoid common bicycle accidents that cause serious injuries. The main safety goal when bicycling is to avoid getting hit by a… Read More
Why you need Uninsured Motorist Auto Insurance Coverage in Florida
The Importance of Uninsured Motorist Coverage According to the Insurance Information Institute, In 2015 Florida had the MOST DRIVERS in the country on the road without auto insurance, at a whopping 26%. That means that if you are injured in an auto accident in Florida, you have more than a 1 in 4 chance of being hit by… Read More
How Long Does it Take to Receive a Car Accident Settlement?
When involved in an auto accident that may result in an injury claim, we want you to be a proactive, informed consumer and understand the process involved. How long a car accident settlement takes after an auto accident is one of the most difficult questions we are asked. Every case truly is different. Auto accident… Read More
Car Accident Question: Diminished Value
Diminished value is the loss in a vehicle’s value as a result of having been damaged in a car accident. Diminished value claims allow vehicle owners to recover the difference between a car’s pre-accident value and its value after repairs. The following question regarding making a diminished value claim is one of many car accident questions… Read More
Planning for the Unpredictable: Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM) and Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UIM) in Florida
Florida Uninsured Motorist Coverage Having uninsured motorist coverage and Underinsured Motorist Coverage (abbreviated as UM or UM/UIM) is the number one advice we give to each of our clients. One out of every four drivers in Florida does not carry auto insurance. Many consumers will simply accept what their insurance agents recommend rather than researching the best choices… Read More
Mistakes to Avoid in a Slip and Fall Injury Case
If you slip and fall in a public place like a store, you can easily experience both immediate and long-term pain, as well as debilitation. If you’re going to file a lawsuit to obtain compensation for your injuries, you want to make sure that you don’t make the following mistakes: Deciding Not to Report the… Read More
What Damages Can Be Recovered In Florida Personal Injury Claims?
Florida Personal Injury Claims The unthinkable has happened. Through no fault of your own, you were injured in an accident. Now what happens? Here are the different types of damages that may be recovered in a Florida personal injury claim: Non-economic damages: Mental anguish and injury, pain, disability, disfigurement, or loss of capacity for enjoyment of life. Mental… Read More
A Slip and Fall Attorney Explains What You Need To Know Before You File Suit in Florida
Slip and fall accidents are some of the most common personal injury lawsuits. Florida law states that property or business owners must repair the problem if they know, or should know, an area of their property is unsafe. If they do not repair the unsafe area, someone could fall, suffer an injury, and may be able to… Read More
