Category Archives: Personal Injury
Focus On Swimming Pool Safety This Summer
Florida is known for its sunny weather and beautiful beaches, so it should come as no surprise that millions of people visit the state every year to enjoy the sun and water. Not all, however, end up swimming in the ocean. Instead, many residents and tourists alike find themselves enjoying the day by the… Read More »
Pursuing Future Medical Expenses
Some accident-related injuries end up being so severe that they require ongoing medical care for years to come. This care can be quite costly, placing an enormous financial burden on injured victims and their families. Fortunately, injured parties are often able to pursue compensation not only for their past and current medical expenses, but… Read More »
Proving Damages In Your Personal Injury Case
Personal injury cases require the resolution of two major issues: liability and damages. The former involves proving who was at fault for an accident. The majority of the focus in personal injury claims often ends up resting on this issue, which is a key component of any case, as the plaintiff cannot succeed without… Read More »
How A Personal Injury Attorney Can Help With Your Claim
While most people don’t expect to be involved in an accident, they do occur frequently in Florida, often through no fault of the victim. Depending on the nature and severity of the accident, a victim could find his or her life drastically changed, forced to suffer painful injuries and lost income. Fortunately, Florida law… Read More »
What Documents Should I Bring To An Initial Legal Consultation?
Having an experienced personal injury lawyer on one’s side can make all the difference in the outcome of a case. An attorney can assess the strength of the case, investigate the accident, and help clients seek maximum compensation. The first step in this process is attending an initial consultation, where the claimant can meet… Read More »
4 Steps To Proving Negligence
Negligence is a legal term used to describe a failure to use the degree of care that a reasonable person would have used in the same circumstances. This behavior usually consists of actions, but can also be made up of omissions, or a failure to take certain actions when the person has a legal… Read More »
What Is Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury claims are a type of civil dispute that allows accident victims who have suffered a physical injury or property damage, to recover compensation from the negligent or reckless person who caused the accident. Many personal injury claims stem from car accidents, but these are by no means the only kinds of accidents… Read More »
Writing A Settlement Demand Letter
In Florida, accident victims are often entitled to compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. Recovery can be pursued in a couple of different ways, but one of the first steps should be filing a claim with the at-fault party’s insurer. This process is in turn, initiated by writing a settlement… Read More »
What To Know About The Pending CPAP Class Action Lawsuits
Manufacturers are required to use a certain degree of care when designing and producing products that are intended for consumer use. Unfortunately, companies don’t always fulfill this responsibility., in which case, they can be held liable for their negligence. A number of class action lawsuits, for instance, were recently filed against a medical equipment… Read More »
Parking Garage Accidents And Injuries
As drivers, many of us use indoor parking garages on a regular basis. Whether a structure operated by a private company, or an indoor garage that is part of a larger apartment building, many people make use of these kinds of parking structures without a second thought. Unfortunately, while they may seem safer than… Read More »