Apr 21, 2015 by
You were injured, maybe it was on the job or in a car accident or through some unforeseen danger. The injury itself was and still is devastating, you can no longer work, and your income is gone. Naturally, you filed for disability benefits to help meet your basic needs. You went through the lengthy process, found all the proper documentation, and met all the deadlines and requirements. Then the social ... [Read More]
Apr 13, 2015 by
There is much confusion about the terms battery and assault. Many times, these two terms are used interchangeably. In fact, these are two distinct legal terms and they can have very different results. Battery, in Florida, occurs when an individual actually and intentionally touches or strikes another person against their will or if an individual intentionally causes bodily harm. The person causing the harm must have meant to hit the ... [Read More]
Apr 6, 2015 by
Not only can a dog bite injury cause serious, physical pain, but unfortunately, it can also cause serious emotional trauma. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 4.5 million dog bites every year. Close to 850,000 of these incidents actually require some form of medical attention or even hospitalization for dog bite injuries. It's also important to contact a dog bite attorney for proper legal advice. There ... [Read More]
Apr 1, 2015 by
Florida is experiencing an increase in hit and run accidents and the severity of hit and run car accidents has become greater according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Hit and run accidents rose 7 percent from 2013 to 2014, hit and run accidents involving fatalities increased 23 percent from 2013 to 2014, and approximately 25 percent of all accidents in Florida are now hit and ... [Read More]
Mar 15, 2015 by
As the cool weather is behind us, peak boating season is soon to be upon us in South Florida. So, before you take out your new boat or clean up the old one for the new season, make sure you have the proper boating insurance in case of a boat accident. (1) Insurance While Storing Your Boat on Land If storing at home, do not rely on your home owner’s or auto ... [Read More]
Sep 9, 2014 by
Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety In the past month there have been numerous bicyclist and pedestrian accidents in our area that have caused severe injury to the victims or even death. This is very unfortunate. Florida has ranked in the top 3 in bicyclist and pedestrian fatalities every year since 2001. Florida is in the process of implementing a Pedestrian and Bicycle Strategic Safety Plan. The goal of this plan is ... [Read More]
Sep 9, 2014 by
Some people do not retain an attorney after an accident has occurred in which they have possibly injured themselves even if it was not their fault. They either do not believe that it is necessary or because they do not want to be perceived by others as litigious. Their injuries may have long lasting effects that health insurance may not cover. They may lose their ability to work at their ... [Read More]
Sep 9, 2014 by
Changes to Social Security Disability Benefits Determination Process The Social Security Administration is making several changes to the way they are determining who qualifies for disability benefits. The Social Security Disability Insurance program pays benefits for people who are unable to work due to physical or mental health ailments. This program, as of late, has been struggling with the problem of fraudulent claims. Because of this, the Social Security Administration ... [Read More]
Apr 8, 2013 by
Car insurance companies don't raise your rates simply because you were unlucky and the innocent victim of a car accident. If a reckless driver crashes into your car and its not your fault, your insurance company may not raise your rate in the state of Florida. Of course if you were the cause of the accident, at fault, or received a ticket for the accident this is a different story. ... [Read More]
Apr 8, 2013 by
We have had a lot of calls lately asking if we handle car crash cases in Ft. Pierce, Florida. The answer is yes, we service all of St. Lucie county including Ft. Pierce. And as always, we only represent injured clients. The reality of the practice of law in Florida today is that an attorney cannot do everything. They must choose to take certain cases and decline or refer out ... [Read More]
