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]
Mar 4, 2019 by
While most car accidents are fairly inconsequential, it’s not uncommon for large truck crashes to have catastrophic consequences. If you lost a loved one in a truck accident, you may be wondering how your family is going to cope in the aftermath—both emotionally and financially. Although filing a claim against those liable for the wreck will not abate the trauma of the loss, recovering damages may alleviate the financial burden. ... [Read More]
Mar 1, 2019 by
Discovery is an essential tool in litigation. It allows plaintiffs to gather support for their claims that the defendant caused the plaintiff’s harm and should be held accountable for any resulting damages. Defendants are afforded certain protections in the discovery process, however, and cannot be compelled to produce privileged information. As shown in a recent case in which a Florida appellate court upheld an order compelling discovery, a defendant is not ... [Read More]
Feb 27, 2019 by
While in many car accidents it is easy to identify the party that caused the accident, in some cases the negligent driver cannot be identified. In cases involving a phantom motorist, an injured party may be able to recover uninsured motorist benefits from his or her insurer, if the injured party can establish negligence. Often in cases involving a phantom motorist negligence must be established via circumstantial evidence. In a ... [Read More]
Feb 26, 2019 by
Driving through a parking lot or garage might seem like a fairly mundane experience. Many people do this every day without incident, but parking lot accidents are surprisingly common. Thousands of people are injured and hundreds die each year in these crashes. If you were hurt in such an accident, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim. Read on to learn the answers to some of the most ... [Read More]
Feb 25, 2019 by
If you intend to file a personal injury claim or if you’ve already initiated the proceedings, there are mistakes you must avoid to give your case the best possible chance of success. The insurance company will be looking for reasons to reduce the value of your claim or deny it outright, so it’s important that you’re careful about what you say and do while your case is ongoing. Let’s explore ... [Read More]
Feb 21, 2019 by
Dedicated Stuart Attorneys Assisting Motor Vehicle Collision Victims If you or a loved one has suffered devastating injuries in a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation from multiple parties. Truck accidents involve many complex issues, and it can be hard to determine the cause of the accident or who was to blame. This is especially true when the truck accident causes a multi-car pileup. As you are coping with your ... [Read More]
Feb 18, 2019 by
Car insurance is required in many states, including Florida, but the specific type of insurance required varies by state. While insurance is meant to provide benefits for harm caused by car accidents, it is not uncommon for an insurer to attempt to deny coverage based on the terms of the policy. A Florida District Court of Appeals recently overruled a court order granting summary judgment in favor of an insurer, on ... [Read More]
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