Mar 26, 2019 by
Most drivers know they’re taking a risk every time they hit the road, yet millions still make a habit out of eating, drinking, putting on makeup, and texting behind the wheel. Despite public awareness campaigns that were designed to spread awareness of the dangers posed by distracted driving, it remains one of the leading causes of serious accidents in the United States. Cellphones are among the most common driver distractions, ... [Read More]
Mar 26, 2019 by
One of the defenses commonly asserted in vehicle accident cases is that the plaintiff’s negligence caused the accident and therefore, the plaintiff should not be able to recover damages. Under Florida law, however, even if a plaintiff is at fault, in most cases he or she can still recover damages. There are certain exceptions to this rule, such as instances where the plaintiff was under the influence of drugs or ... [Read More]
Mar 22, 2019 by
When you are injured on another party’s property in a fall or another accident, there are certain legal questions that you must explore to determine whether you are entitled to compensation and the amount of damages that you are likely to receive. Surely, you want the best premises liability lawyer available to help you navigate the legal system and to know that you are being treated fairly at each step of the ... [Read More]
Mar 21, 2019 by
Medical bills can add up quickly after a serious accident, but lost wages often account for a considerable portion of a personal injury victim’s total damages. Fortunately, claimants can seek compensation for any lost income and lost earning capacity caused by their injuries. To recover a fair settlement, however, they need strong evidence to prove the value of these damages. For claimants who are classified as employees, calculating lost wages ... [Read More]
Mar 18, 2019 by
The ramifications of a pharmacy error can vary greatly from one case to the next. For example, some patients suffer little to no adverse consequences from taking the wrong medication or dosage; others suffer permanent disabilities or die. Given this disparity, the types of damages recoverable and the settlement calculations can vary profoundly from case to case. Depending on the circumstances, pharmacy error victims may be able to recover compensation ... [Read More]
Mar 18, 2019 by
The law affords plaintiffs in car accident cases certain rights and protections, so that they may pursue their case without fear of disclosure of privileged information. One of the protections afforded is the attorney-client privilege. The attorney-client privilege allows a plaintiff to communicate with his or her attorney freely, with the assurance that the contents of any communication will not be disclosed. A Florida appellate court recently analyzed the attorney-client ... [Read More]
Mar 16, 2019 by
Getting into a car accident is inherently stressful. It’s natural to panic in the immediate aftermath, and for some people, that means leaving the scene as quickly as possible; however, driving away could have serious repercussions even if the wreck didn’t cause extensive property damage or bodily injury. In the state of Florida, fleeing the scene of a car accident is a criminal offense that could result in misdemeanor or ... [Read More]
Mar 11, 2019 by
Under Florida law, in cases arising from car accidents in which a second driver rear-ends the first driver, the first driver is entitled to a rebuttable presumption that the second driver is solely at fault for the accident. Recently, a Florida court of appeals discussed the sufficiency of evidence needed to rebut the presumption, in a case in which it upheld a summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff as ... [Read More]
Mar 11, 2019 by
In most personal injury cases, victims don’t actually pursue compensation from the liable party directly. Instead, they seek damages from their own PIP insurance carrier or the insurance company of the at-fault party. Whether you were injured because of a pharmacy error, slip and fall, motor-vehicle collision, or another type of accident, you can expect an insurance company to be involved in the claims process. Since insurance adjusters are essentially professional negotiators who ... [Read More]
Mar 5, 2019 by
Accident Attorneys Tenaciously Serving Stuart Residents and Other Victims There are virtually countless types of injuries that you can sustain in a serious accident, from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries to a tragic death. Although there are serious disruptions and stresses associated with any type of injury, regardless of how minor it may be, there are some catastrophic injuries that leave a victim and his or her loved ones forever changed. ... [Read More]
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