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Collecting Unpaid Debt in Florida

Collecting Unpaid Debt in Florida

Whether you are a private individual who gave a loan or a business that provided a service and has not been paid back, you may find it very challenging to get the money you are owed. A situation like this can be incredibly stressful and difficult to deal with. An individual who is in debt to you and who owes you money but will not pay will undoubtedly make you wonder about your legal rights and options. There are a [...]

How Florida Defines Careless Driving

How Florida Defines Careless Driving

Careless driving is a form of negligence and is incredibly dangerous. When a driver is not using a standard level of reasonable care when operating their vehicle, they could face legal trouble as this is a civil traffic offense. Further, if careless driving causes an accident, the negligent driver that caused the crash may be penalized with fines and a license suspension, not to mention a civil suit against them for the financial losses they caused another party. If you [...]

How Many Florida Personal Injury Suits Go to Trial

How Many Florida Personal Injury Suits Go to Trial?

Any type of negligence that another party or entity engages in has the potential to cause others harm. For example, if you are traveling in your car and another driver decides to speed and hits your car as a result of driving faster than the speed limit, you may be harmed. Depending on how severely you are injured, you could not only file a claim with your own insurance, but you may also be able to file a claim [...]

Filing a Florida Personal Injury Lawsuit: What to Know

Filing a Florida Personal Injury Lawsuit: What to Know

If you are injured, especially if your injuries are severe, the amount of time you will have to take away from work to heal and the extent of medical treatment you will need can mean that you could accumulate a significant amount of expenses. The financial burden can be overwhelming. However, if your injuries were the result of an accident caused by another party’s negligence, then it could be possible to obtain monetary compensation from them. Filing a personal [...]

How Long Do You Have To File a Florida Personal Injury Claim if You Discover Physical Injuries Long After Your Accident?

How Long Do You Have To File a Florida Personal Injury Claim if You Discover Physical Injuries Long After Your Accident?

Negligent behavior can have serious consequences, such as harm to oneself and others. When another party’s careless actions cause a situation where you sustain serious physical bodily harm, it can be possible to hold that party legally accountable and secure financial compensation. Personal injury claims and lawsuits are how victims of negligence can recoup their losses. Sometimes, injuries are not realized right away and are discovered later on after an accident happens. Regardless of when an injury is identified, it [...]

Obtaining Compensation After a Florida Self-Driving Car Accident

Obtaining Compensation After a Florida Self-Driving Car Accident

There is a good possibility that self-driving cars will be the norm in the future with millions being the primary mode of transportation for most Americans. For now, though, self-driving cars are not as common as vehicles that require a human driver.  There are many reasons why there is an increased interest in autonomous vehicles. One main motivation is the potential for improved road safety. Car accidents are a leading cause of serious injuries and death in the United States, [...]

Can You Sue Without Wearing a Seatbelt in Florida? Tampa car accident lawyer

Can You Obtain Compensation for Property Damages If You Were Not Injured in a Florida Car Accident?

It is often thought that after an accident the way to obtain financial compensation is to sue another party that caused the accident. This is not always the case, and actually, it most often is not what happens after an accident. While there are instances where a lawsuit is a way that a victim of an accident can get compensation, the majority of accidents are settled without court involvement. Similarly, you may also be able to obtain compensation for property [...]

How Passengers Can Obtain Compensation After a Florida Car Accident

Car accidents can be scary for everyone involved, including passengers who may suffer serious injuries or death in the event of a crash. It is easy to find information on what to do if you are a driver and in a crash, but if you are a passenger and are injured, you may not be sure of your rights and what your legal options are. At Fulgencio Law, the Tampa personal injury attorneys know how difficult it can be for [...]

5 Factors that Impact Compensation After a Hotel Slip and Fall Accident in Florida

5 Factors that Impact Compensation After a Hotel Slip and Fall Accident in Florida

There are many reasons why people flock to Florida to live and to vacation. As a result, there are numerous hotels to accommodate the masses. When a customer walks into a hotel, the idea is to have a nice time, maybe enjoy a good meal if there is a restaurant at the hotel, or have some welcome rest. However, if dangerous conditions exist on hotel premises, then none of those things may happen, and instead, a slip-and-fall accident may [...]

What Happens To A Drunk Driver Who Causes A Fatal Accident in Florida

What Happens To A Drunk Driver Who Causes A Fatal Accident in Florida?

Driver error is responsible for the majority of accidents happening and there may be no bigger mistake than to drive drunk. Drunk driving is incredibly reckless and dangerous and, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it is responsible for close to 40 deaths every day in the United States. When a drunk driver causes a deadly accident, it is a tragedy. There is no bringing a lost life back, no matter what the criminal and civil penalties are [...]