Category Archives: Personal Injury
Talking, Texting, And Distracted Driving In FL
Collisions due to driver distraction occur for a wide range of reasons. In Florida, as is true in a lot of US states, the majority of distracted driving laws focus on texting. It is well known that individuals who are handling their mobile devices while operating a vehicle are a hazard. Because of this,… Read More »
Car Wrecks And Fear Of Driving
Traumatic events, such as car crashes, can have a lasting psychological impact on individuals. For example, some who are involved in a car crash or witness a severe collision find themselves living with vehophobia. Each time these individuals get behind a car wheel, they may experience an elevated heart rate, sweating hands, shallow breath,… Read More »
Knowing Which Accident Records To Retain
High stress levels after an accident are an unfortunate reality, whether the incident was minor or severe. You may be unsure how to balance healing from an injury and losing work income, for example. Or maybe you need to replace your car and have been having recurring dreams about the event that are particularly… Read More »
Case Complexity And Legal Fees
Whether you are considering a personal injury claim because of slip and fall injury or car accident, you may be wondering how your legal fees will be handled. While it is true many personal injury attorneys are paid on a contingency fee basis, there could be additional expenses if a case is particularly complex…. Read More »
Top Reason For Slip And Fall Injuries: Wet Floors
When people think of slipping and falling, they may think of how people fall in movies and cartoons. In entertainment, people fall because of marbles, fruit peels, and rugs pulled out from under them. While entertainment provides a lot of enjoyment and relief, the reality of slip and fall injuries is not funny at… Read More »
Florida Blind Spot Crashes And Injury Claims
Accidents are scary, traumatic events. Drivers do what they can to avoid them in order to keep themselves, their passengers, and others they are sharing the roads with safe. But there are times when collisions occur, and sometimes it is because a Florida driver forgot to check their blind spot or didn’t do so… Read More »
Taxi Accidents And Damage Recovery
There are many reasons why Florida residents and visitors to the Sunshine State opt to order a taxi. Some people are on vacation and do not have a car of their own to transport them while others simply choose to pay another to drive them to work meetings or outings with friends. But too… Read More »
Reasonably Safe Environments And Premise Liability
Maintaining a space that is safe for others is the responsibility of property owners. For example, a building or property that is open to the public needs to be a reasonably safe environment, and if it is not, there are steps a person can take following an injury under Florida law. While some injuries… Read More »
Broken Leg Treatment Plans Vary
Accidents, such as car wrecks and slip and fall incidents, can result in a range of injuries, including bone breaks, and when fractures are sustained treatment plans vary. For instance, more severe leg breaks could require a lot of tests, such as MRIs and CT scans, and surgeries. While these are important parts of… Read More »
Private Property Harm And Unsafe Premises Legal Action
When a person is attacked or assaulted on private property, it may be possible to hold the owner liable. If you feel you were hurt because there was inadequate security in place at a hotel, private club, restaurant, shopping center, or bar, discuss your situation with a negligent security attorney. Property owners must correct… Read More »
