Dec 23, 2019 by
If you were hurt in a large truck crash, you may be wondering whether to take legal action. As long as your health insurer is covering your medical bills and your auto insurer is reviewing the necessary vehicle repairs, filing a personal injury claim may seem futile. At the end of the day, though, healthcare expenses and property damage represent a mere fraction of the compensation to which many truck ... [Read More]
Dec 21, 2019 by
Adjusting to life with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an uphill battle. If your TBI was the result of an Uber or Lyft accident, the claims process will only add to the hurdles you now face. While you may be entitled to compensation, the insurance company will try to find any possible reason to minimize your settlement or deny your claim outright. A rideshare accident lawyer can review your ... [Read More]
Dec 18, 2019 by
Your statements and actions after an auto accident will play an integral role in determining the outcome of your claim. What you do and say while at the scene and over the days and weeks that follow could be the difference between recovering a fair settlement and walking away with nothing. Read on to learn a few mistakes that could adversely impact the outcome of your car accident claim: 1. ... [Read More]
Dec 17, 2019 by
Should I hire an attorney? This is one of the most common questions people ask after being involved in a car accident. The answer is fairly simple; if you were injured, your property was severely damaged, or a member of your family died in the crash, you should speak to a lawyer right away. Fortunately, most personal injury attorneys offer free consultations, so if you’re not sure whether hiring an ... [Read More]
Dec 15, 2019 by
Because Florida is a no-fault state, it isn’t always necessary to prove that another party was liable for a car accident in order to recover damages. Under this system, injured drivers usually seek compensation from their own auto personal injury protection coverage, unless their case meets the “serious injury threshold.” You may be able to bring a claim against the liable party or their insurance company if the accident results ... [Read More]
Dec 14, 2019 by
As more people have turned to ridesharing apps for convenient and affordable transportation, more collisions have been reported involving Uber and Lyft vehicles. If you were struck by a rideshare driver who was transporting passengers at the time—or you were involved in a crash as a rideshare customer—you may be wondering if Uber or Lyft will foot the bill. Depending on the circumstances, you may be facing steep medical bills ... [Read More]
Dec 12, 2019 by
In the state of Florida, car accident victims may be able to recover compensation for a variety of damages including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property repairs. Just because these damages are available, however, doesn’t mean the insurance company will offer a fair settlement. If you were hurt in amotor-vehicle collision, you must take certain steps over the days and weeks that follow to maximize your chances ... [Read More]
Dec 12, 2019 by
As of 2019, 20 states have implemented a law that prohibits motorists from using handheld electronic devices while behind the wheel. Additionally, 48 states have explicitly banned texting and driving. Considering how rare it is for nearly all the states to agree on anything, such laws highlight just how dangerous texting and driving is. Distracted driving is responsible for approximately nine traffic fatalities every single day—and texting is one of ... [Read More]
Dec 16, 2019 by
The smartest step you can take to protect your rights after a car accident is to speak with an attorney. A well-credentialed personal injury attorney can help you avoid mistakes and make sure the claims adjuster treats you fairly. Your lawyer can also approximate a fair settlement amount so you don’t end up accepting a low payout. Once you’ve scheduled your free consultation—which you should do immediately after leaving the ... [Read More]
Dec 1, 2019 by
Losing a family member in a sudden accident is a life-changing tragedy that nobody deserves to experience. The trauma can be especially difficult to bear if the death was caused by someone else’s negligence or reckless conduct. If your loved one was killed in a bicycle accident, your family may have grounds for a wrongful death claim. Recovering fair compensation in these cases often involves an uphill legal battle. The ... [Read More]