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23 Jul
8 Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident

8 Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration defines a pedestrian as anyone on foot, traveling by foot, whether it be walking or jogging, or anyone sitting or lying down. When pedestrians are hit by vehicles, there is a high risk that they can suffer serious injuries and death. Every year, thousands of pedestrians are killed in traffic accidents in the United States. If you were walking or running outside and you were hit by an automobile in Florida, you could have been [...]

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18 Jul
New Roof Damage Laws in Florida

New Roof Damage Laws in Florida

When it comes to states that are prone to natural disasters, you will find Florida among them in the top ten. Hurricanes are a regular and constant threat in the state of Florida, and they can cause death and destruction. As high as 40% of all hurricanes that have landed in the United States hit Florida. Floridians know all too well about the damage they can cause to their property.  Figuring out what to do in the aftermath of a [...]

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16 Jul
Recognizing the Signs of Medical Negligence

Recognizing the Signs of Medical Negligence

The consequences of medical negligence can be significant for patients. When a medical provider fails to meet the standard of care for their patients that is expected, patients can suffer serious physical bodily harm, disease progression, and death. Recently, studies have looked into the prevalence of medical negligence in healthcare organizations in the United States and worldwide and the impact on patient safety. The results show that medical negligence is a serious problem. In fact, it is cited as [...]

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11 Jul
Who Is Liable After a Rideshare Accident in Florida

Who Is Liable After a Rideshare Accident in Florida?

You may have used a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft recently to help you get around town, or because you had a night out with your friends and you knew you would be drinking, so you prepared to have a sober driver get you home safely. Rideshare services are growing in popularity and are very convenient. However, rideshare drivers can still be involved in accidents. These accidents can inflict physical bodily harm on passengers or on others on [...]

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09 Jul
Suing for Emotional Distress

Suing for Emotional Distress

Injury accidents can be a source of significant emotional turmoil for individuals who were involved or those who witnessed an accident. Emotional distress can result when a person has been exposed to a very stressful or traumatic event. A car accident can make for a prime example of a personal injury event that can inflict considerable mental pain and suffering. As a result, debilitating emotional distress can adversely impact one’s life. It can lead to missed work and then [...]

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04 Jul
Understanding Liability in a Personal Injury Claim

Understanding Liability in a Personal Injury Claim

Personal injury claims may be filed in many different situations. For example, individuals injured in a Florida car accident may be able to file a personal injury claim. If injuries were the result of medical malpractice, a medical malpractice claim can be filed, which is also a type of personal injury claim. Perhaps if a property owner fails to maintain their property so it is safe and someone falls and hurts themselves, then a slip-and-fall claim may be appropriate. When someone [...]

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02 Jul
Pursuing Punitive Damages in Personal Injury Cases: What Tampa Victims Should Know

Exceptions to Florida’s Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations

When negligence is the reason that your loved one passed away, then you may be able to file a wrongful death claim to obtain financial compensation. Wrongful death incidents can be devastating and traumatic. Still, the loved ones left behind after such a deep loss deserve justice.  It can be difficult to think about managing a legal suit in the midst of losing a loved one. Due to Florida’s wrongful death statute of limitations being only two years from the [...]

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27 Jun
Understanding How Florida Wrongful Death Laws Seek Justice

Understanding How Florida Wrongful Death Laws Seek Justice

Losing a loved one is never easy. When the unnecessary, careless, and negligent actions of another party are why your loved one lost their life, then coping with this new reality can be considerably more challenging.  Depending on the circumstances, it may be possible to take legal action and file a wrongful death claim. The rules for who is eligible and how the process works can vary from state to state. Florida’s wrongful death laws were written to give victims [...]

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25 Jun
The True Cost of Motorcycle Accidents: Medical, Legal, and Emotional Implications

The True Cost of Motorcycle Accidents: Medical, Legal, and Emotional Implications

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that according to the data on fatal traffic accidents, there is one group that constantly continues to be overrepresented. That group is motorcyclists. As motorcycle registration increases across the country, deadly motorcycle accidents are also on the rise. For example, the more than 6,000 people killed in motorcycle accidents in the U.S. in 2022 had the highest body count from motorcycle crashes since way back in 1975. If you were injured in [...]

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20 Jun
How to Secure Compensation for Pedestrian Accidents in High-Traffic Areas

How to Secure Compensation for Pedestrian Accidents in High-Traffic Areas

Pedestrians have the right to travel without having to fear being in an accident where they are severely harmed. This includes traveling in high-traffic areas. Despite this, there are many ways a pedestrian can be harmed while out and about, and in high-traffic areas, the risks of an accident are increased. For assistance with a pedestrian accident claim in Florida, the Tampa personal injury attorneys at Fulgencio Law can help. Florida Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrians are considered anyone who is traveling by foot [...]

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