Recent Blog Posts
Why Insurance Companies Deny Auto Accident Claims
If you are hurt in a Florida car accident and need to file a claim for your injuries with the responsible driver’s insurance company, you probably assume the process is relatively straightforward: Fill out the forms, send them to the insurance agent, and wait to receive the check. In reality, filing a claim to… Read More »
Medical Errors Make the U.S. Top 3 Cause of Death List
According to the results of a recent study conducted by Johns Hopkins University, fatalities due to medical mistakes have been on the rise in the last few years. Preventable failures in healthcare are now in the top three causes of death in the U.S. A report summarizing the findings points to medical errors as… Read More »
Construction Zone Dangers for Florida Drivers
Florida law enforcement and other officials take extra precautions to prevent car accidents near construction zones, as dangerous traffic crashes are more likely in work sites than other settings. However, despite these warnings, statistics demonstrate that auto collisions can still occur due to various negligent factors. Victims injured in a construction zone accident face… Read More »
Road Rash Injuries After a Florida Motorcycle Accident
The lure of the open road is strong for motorcyclists, especially around Ocala, FL where the warm climate makes it possible to enjoy a ride year-round. Unfortunately, the risk of suffering injuries in a motorcycle accident is quite high. Not only does your lower-profile vehicle make mean you are not as visible to drivers,… Read More »
What are Damages in a Florida Personal Injury Case?
When you are injured in an accident due to someone else’s careless actions, the road to recovery can be long and difficult. You will incur expensive medical bills for treatment, and you may be out of work due to your injuries. Plus, you could endure excruciating pain and suffering, diminished quality of life, emotional… Read More »
How Do Personal Injury Attorneys Bill in a Florida Car Accident Case?
Your world is turned upside down if you were injured in a car accident, even beyond the pain and suffering you experience. Not only are you likely incurring expensive bills for medical treatment, but you may also be out of work while you recover. The last thing you want to think about is paying… Read More »
Overview of Comparative Negligence Laws in Florida
You are probably aware that it is possible to recover compensation after a Florida car accident, but you may not know that there are certain limitations. For instance, the State statute of limitations in a personal injury case is four years from the date the auto collision occurred; if you do not file a… Read More »
How Victims Suffer Burn Injuries in Florida Car Accidents
Burns may not be the first type of injuries that come to mind in a car accident case, as you expect more victims would suffer from broken bones, traumatic brain injury, whiplash, and injuries to internal organs. However, burn injuries are more common than you think: According to the American Burn Association, there were… Read More »
Fatal Car Accidents and Florida’s Wrongful Death Laws
According to Insurance Institute of Highway Safety statistics, there were 2,933 fatal car accidents in Florida during 2016 resulting in the deaths of 3,174 people. The deaths of loved ones always have grave impacts on many families, and cause indescribable grief. Plus, the void left by a family member’s passing created financial difficulties for… Read More »
Dangers of Multiple Vehicle Car Accidents
Multiple vehicle crashes are common on US roadways, causing 12,428 deaths in 2016 according to data collected by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. In Florida, these chain reaction auto accidents raise numerous legal issues regarding causation and liability for injured victims. When one vehicle is affected, other drivers in the immediate area may… Read More »
