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09 Dec
Who Can Be Liable for the Aftermath of a Car Accident

Who Can Be Liable for the Aftermath of a Car Accident?

Car accidents can have devastating results such as producing extensive property damages, debilitating injuries, and even death. Because of this, victims of car accidents can be burdened by very costly damages. To pay for these damages, a victim may be able to file a personal injury claim against the liable party for compensation. To learn more about how to define liability and what options you have for compensation, working with an attorney can help. There were 24,168 total traffic crashes [...]

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07 Dec
7 Actions to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident

7 Actions to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident

Slip and fall accidents happen with high frequency and can often have devastating and even deadly results. If you think falls just result in bumps and bruises, they can, but they can also cause major injuries and death. Slip and fall incidents can be incredibly dangerous and have long-term health implications for victims. In the state of Florida, just like is the case in many states across the country, property owners must maintain their property and make sure that it [...]

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02 Dec
Who Can File a Florida Wrongful Death Claim

Who Can File a Florida Wrongful Death Claim?

If you lost a loved one because of the negligent actions of another party, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim on their behalf for compensation. In Florida, there are specific laws and guidelines as to who is and who is not permitted to file such a claim.  After a tragic loss, and because Florida wrongful death claims can be extremely complex, working with an attorney that will manage the claim can provide greater peace of mind [...]

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30 Nov
What Is Needed to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Florida

What Is Needed to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Florida?

Individuals who have suffered harm after seeing a trusted medical provider may have a case to file a medical malpractice claim. These claims tend to be some of the most challenging to prove and the bar is very high in terms of winning and securing compensation. It is dependent on the victim of medical malpractice to show that their medical provider was negligent in their actions and responsibilities and it was this negligence that lead to the harm that [...]

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25 Nov
How Can Victims of Uber Accidents Obtain Compensation

How Can Victims of Uber Accidents Obtain Compensation?

If you regularly use rideshare services or just use them sparingly, you are in good company. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are in demand and their popularity is growing steadily. In 2020 alone, there were well over 90 million active Uber users every month. Even if you don’t use mobility services like taxis or Ubers, it is still very likely that you have seen drivers with their lit-up signs operating on the road around you. Studies have shown that [...]

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23 Nov
What to Do When School Negligence Harms Your Child

What to Do When School Negligence Harms Your Child

When you send your child off to school you hope they see their friends, learn as much as possible, and come home safe and sound. If you get a call from the school nurse or principal, it is easy for a parent to become extremely distressed. This is specifically so if the school authority on the other line is telling you that your child has been seriously injured. What Are Some Examples of School Negligence? There are many situations where a [...]

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18 Nov
Dog Bite Laws in Florida: What Are Your Rights as a Victim in Tampa?

How to Obtain Compensation for a Dog Bite

Dog bite incidents happen more than most people would like to believe. This is specifically so because dogs are such beloved pets for many people all over the United States. Sadly, there are more than 1,000 people who will be injured from a dog bite incident every day, and each will require some kind of emergency care as a result. Annually, there are over 14,000 serious hospitalizations from dog bites. Sometimes, such an injury can lead to debilitating long-term [...]

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16 Nov
How to Know if You Have a Winnable Injury Claim in Florida

How to Know if You Have a Winnable Car Accident Injury Claim in Florida

Car accidents are very common in the state of Florida, and the state regularly ranks in the top 10 for most accidents in the country every year. The most common cause of car accidents in Florida is speeding. Other frequent causes include distractive driving by way of things such as texting, inebriated drivers, and not following the basic rules of the road. Furthermore, there is a large population of seniors that reside in the state. When looking at the [...]

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11 Nov
Will I Be Awarded Punitive Damages for My Florida Personal Injury Claim?

Will I Be Awarded Punitive Damages for My Florida Personal Injury Claim?

Seeking punitive damages by way of a personal injury lawsuit is different than seeking standard compensatory damages. Not every lawsuit that includes a claim for punitive damages is going to be successful. The fact of the matter is that, in Florida, punitive damages are almost never awarded. If you plan to file a lawsuit that includes punitive damages as well as compensatory damages, it is important that you let an experienced Tampa personal injury attorney review your claim. What Are Punitive [...]

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09 Nov
How Long After My Florida Car Accident Can I Sue?

How Long Do I Have to Sue After My Florida Car Accident?

Once you are injured in a Florida car accident, how long do you have to file a lawsuit? Florida car accident victims do not have unlimited time to file a claim. Reasonable deadlines, known as the statute of limitations, are put in place by Florida personal injury laws and practical limitations exist as well.  It is important to be aware of both kinds of limitations in order to increase your odds of being awarded fair financial compensation. You will also [...]

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