Personal Injury
Watch Out For Delayed Concussion Symptoms After A Car Accident
According to the CDC, a concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that occurs when a person suffers a blow, bump, or jolt to the head. A concussion can also occur when a person suffers a hit to another part of their body that causes the head to move rapidly back and forth…. Read More »
Can You File A West Palm Beach Personal Injury Claim Without An Attorney?
Whether you are a resident of West Palm Beach or just visiting, the unfortunate reality is that you are at risk of being involved in an accident. Unfortunately, after suffering an accident in West Palm Beach, you might be left dealing with more than just physical pain and distress. For example, after an accident… Read More »
Some Common Myths About Insurance Companies People Fall For After A Car Accident
Assume you have been involved in a car accident because of another driver’s fault, and you have suffered injuries. You are rushed to the hospital and find out that you need to undergo extensive treatment for your injury. Most likely, you will expect the at-fault driver’s insurance company will pay your medical bills as… Read More »
Supreme Court To Hear Florida Medicaid Dispute
In 2021, the United States Supreme Court said it would take on a Florida Medicaid dispute regarding how much money the state’s Medicaid program can recover after a settlement stemming from an accident that occurred more than ten years ago. The primary issue at hand is whether the agency that operates Florida’s Medicaid program… Read More »
Can I Be Compensated For A Pre-Existing Condition After A Florida Car Accident?
Did you get into a Florida car accident because of another person’s negligence yet you have a pre-existing condition? If so, the chances are, you are asking yourself if you can recover compensation from the at-fault party. Well, the good news is that, in Florida, a pre-existing condition does not automatically disqualify a car… Read More »
Gross Negligence In Florida
In Florida, for an accident victim to recover compensation in a personal injury claim, they must prove negligence on the defendant’s part. This usually involves proving that a defendant owed you a duty of care and that they breached that duty of care. Often, personal injury cases involve “ordinary negligence,” which can be defined… Read More »
Should I Hire A Lawyer After A Minor Car Accident?
The law is quite clear on when a driver is required to contact law enforcement officers after an accident. According to Florida Statute 316.065, a driver involved in a crash that results in injury or death or damage to property in an apparent amount of at least $500 is required to call the police…. Read More »
Leaving The Scene After A Florida Motor Vehicle Accident
In Florida, when a motor vehicle accident occurs, drivers are required to remain at the accident scene. After an accident, a driver is expected to stop their vehicle and exchange necessary information with the other driver. Unfortunately, some motorists do not remain at the accident scene since hit and run cases are quite common…. Read More »
What Should You Include In A Settlement Demand Letter?
If you suffered a severe injury in a Florida accident that was caused by another person’s negligence, you might be able to recover compensation by filing a personal injury claim against the at-fault party’s insurance company. The first step towards recovering compensation from an at-fault party’s insurance company is writing a demand letter to… Read More »
How An Accident Reconstruction Specialist Can Help Your Florida Personal Injury Case
After suffering severe injuries in a Florida car accident because of another driver’s negligence, you have the right to file a personal injury claim and recover compensation. But, to recover compensation, you will have to prove fault on the defendant’s part to the insurance company and/or the court. Unfortunately, because car accidents happen very… Read More »
