Recent Blog Posts
Low-Impact, Low-Speed Accidents
It comes as no surprise that high speed accidents with significant impacts tend to result in catastrophic pile-ups and devastating injuries. The reality, however, is that even low-impact, low-speed accidents can cause serious physical injuries. Fortunately, these kinds of injuries are compensable in Florida, so if you were hurt in a car crash, you… Read More »
The Difference Between A Catastrophic Injury Claim And A Standard Personal Injury Case
Most accident-related injuries, while painful and at least temporarily disabling to some degree, do heal after a period of treatment and rest. Those who sustain these kinds of injuries should, of course, be compensated accordingly for their medical bills and lost wages, which will hopefully allow them to eventually return to a normal life…. Read More »
The Risk of External Distractions While Driving
While the danger of certain types of distractions for drivers, namely cell phones and other electronic devices, as well as eating and drinking, have been well-documented, less attention is paid to the perils of external distractions. Although often overlooked, external distractions, such as road construction, previous collisions, the actions of other motorists, and other… Read More »
Documenting Personal Injury Damages
As a plaintiff in a personal injury case, you will need to provide evidence of the expenses and damages that you incurred as a result of your accident. Whether you and your attorney are able to reach a pre-trial settlement with the other party’s insurer, or you resolve your case in court, an accurate… Read More »
The Importance of Conducting a Truck Accident Investigation as Soon as Possible
Trucking companies are typically well-funded and represented by a team of aggressive lawyers and investigators, all of whom come out swinging if they sense an impending lawsuit. Injured parties should be ready to meet any proof offered by the trucking company with evidence of their own, so if you were involved in an accident… Read More »
Why do I Have to Seek Medical Treatment Within Two Weeks of a Car Accident?
One of the most important things that Florida drivers should know is that if they are involved in a car accident, they need to seek medical treatment as possible. In fact, Florida law actually requires this under the 14 day car accident rule, which gives drivers only two weeks to seek reimbursement from their… Read More »
When Your Car Accident Injuries Exceed Your Insurance Coverage
In Florida, all drivers are required to obtain auto insurance to cover the cost of physical injuries and property damage resulting from car accidents. Unfortunately, the limits of these policies often end up being far too little to actually reimburse an accident victim for medical bills and vehicle repair or replacement. Those who find… Read More »
What an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer Can do for You
Seeking compensation after a personal injury accident requires more than just an understanding of the law. While this is obviously a critical aspect of legal representation, it is also important for an attorney to have experience dealing with insurance companies and to have the skill and dedication to attend to every aspect of a… Read More »
Did Weather Conditions Contribute to Your Accident?
Motorists in Florida are often able to avoid winter weather driving conditions entirely. The current unusual weather episodes occurring across the nation, however, highlight the importance of being prepared for a wide variety of driving conditions. This is especially true in Florida, where increasing traffic and outdated roadway design have led to one of… Read More »
Using Evidence of Intoxication when Demonstrating Fault for a Car Accident
Whether a person is successful when filing a civil claim after an accident depends largely on the amount of the tangible evidence that he or she collects. The types of evidence required, however, may also depend on the nature of the accident in question. Civil claims against drunk drivers, for instance, are unique in… Read More »
