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21 Mar
Injured on Vacation in Florida: Can Tourists Sue?

Medical Malpractice: Understanding Your Rights and Recourses

When you see your doctor you have the right to be treated with respect and quality care consistent with the high medical practice standard any other practitioner would give their patient in a similar situation. If your doctor makes a mistake or error in your medical care, you may be able to take legal action against them for the compensation you need to cover all of the losses you sustained when you are injured. As high as 80% of medical [...]

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19 Mar
The Role of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Trials

The Role of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Trials

The outcome of a personal injury trial is dependent on which side is making the most compelling argument and has the most persuasive evidence. Personal injury cases can use a plethora of evidence, including expert witnesses, to argue their positions. If you were injured in an unintentional injury accident in Florida, then you may want to file a lawsuit in the hopes of being financially compensated for your losses. You may be able to do this. A Tampa personal injury [...]

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14 Mar
Premises Liability Protecting Yourself in Public Spaces

Premises Liability: Protecting Yourself in Public Spaces

If you are injured on another party’s property, then you may be able to file a premise liability claim to obtain financial compensation for your losses. Florida premise liability laws are in place so property owners will be motivated to take care of their premises, and when there is negligence on the property owner’s behalf, individuals who are injured on a property are protected. Florida property owners have a duty of care to keep their premises reasonably safe so that [...]

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12 Mar
The Legal Process of Civil Litigation What to Expect

The Legal Process of Civil Litigation: What to Expect

When a dispute comes about, a civil suit may follow. This is especially true when the parties involved are unable to come to an agreement and resolve their differences. Knowing what the process is and what happens in a civil suit is important. Civil suits can be brought on a wide variety of matters and regardless of what the reason for the civil suit is, having the assistance of an experienced attorney can help individuals get the best, and most [...]

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07 Mar
Legal Implications of Autonomous Vehicle Accidents

Legal Implications of Autonomous Vehicle Accidents

Technology continues to advance, and it is a big part of our lives. As time passes, our lives will likely revolve around and depend on it more and more in the future. This includes driverless cars. Most of the major car manufacturers are researching and working on developing their own models, and there is plenty of public interest in such vehicles. The Brookings Institute says that by 2040, autonomous vehicles will make up as much as 25% of the [...]

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05 Mar
How to Deal with Aggressive Insurance Adjusters

How to Deal with Aggressive Insurance Adjusters

After an unintentional injury accident, you could be feeling a flurry of emotions, mostly negative ones. You had to experience something shocking and unexpected and on top of that, you were injured. You decide to file your claim for compensation against the party that caused your accident. As if you are not stressed enough by the situation, the insurance adjuster isn’t making things any better or easier on you. They are condescending, they are behaving rudely, and they are [...]

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27 Feb
Legal Rights and Remedies for Dog Bite Victims

Legal Rights and Remedies for Dog Bite Victims

A dog attack can be a scary thing to witness and an even more terrifying thing to experience. Dog bite victims in Florida have rights and legal recourse if they are bitten by a dog. If you suffered a dog bite in Florida, knowing what you can do and what rights you have is essential. Consider the following: Dog bite victims have the right to have an attorney represent them and fight on their behalf to get the full amount of [...]

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22 Feb
Tips for Documenting Injuries for a Personal Injury Claim

Tips for Documenting Injuries for a Personal Injury Claim

It is imperative that you have robust and detailed information and evidence showing the extent of your injuries and how your unintentional injury accident happened when you are filing a personal injury claim. The more evidence you have, the greater your chances are of being successful with your claim and also getting the full amount of compensation you need to cover your losses.  You may have experienced several damages after your injury accident, including anxiety, emotional stress, physical pain, debilitating [...]

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20 Feb
The Impact of Brain Injuries on Personal Injury Claims

The Impact of Brain Injuries on Personal Injury Claims

A brain injury can cause permanent and long-lasting impairment as well as decreased quality of life. When a brain injury comes as a result of another party’s negligent actions, a victim in this situation may take legal action to obtain the compensation they need for the financial losses that they sustained. An accident causing a brain injury may lead to damages such as medical expenses, significant pain and suffering, an inability to work and earn a living, and more.  If [...]

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15 Feb
Understanding Workers' Rights After On-The-Job Injuries

Understanding Workers’ Rights After On-The-Job Injuries

It’s just another day on the job, that is until an injury accident happens. When you are injured while at work in Florida, you must tell your supervisor or your employer that an accident happened that hurt you as soon as possible. If your injuries are severe and you need immediate medical attention, then once you can inform your work of the incident you should. This is because Florida’s workers’ compensation laws say that you only have 30 days [...]

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