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21 Jul
The Advantages and Disadvantages of PIP Coverage in Florida

The Advantages and Disadvantages of PIP Coverage in Florida

Every state has its own fault laws when it comes to determining how to compensate victims that were injured as a result of the negligence of others. In Florida, the state follows a no-fault insurance system. In this way, Personal Injury Protection coverage (PIP) is a type of automobile insurance that can help individuals injured in car accidents have some amount of money that can be used to pay for medical treatment. As such, the victim does not have [...]

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19 Jul
Can You Use an Expert Witness in a Florida Car Accident Case

Can You Use an Expert Witness in a Florida Car Accident Case?

If you were injured in a car accident, getting all of the compensation you can from your personal injury claim is imperative. This is especially true if you are severely injured. Treatment and medical care to manage one’s injuries can be quite expensive, and serious injuries that require surgery or rehabilitation and medications can add up fast. Even if you did not suffer catastrophic injuries and your harm is relatively minor, however, there is still a cost to getting [...]

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14 Jul
Why Do Florida Hit-And-Run Accidents Happen

Why Are Florida Hit-And-Run Accidents So Common?

Across the United States, car accidents are so prevalent and destructive that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 90 lives lost each day in these tragic events. There are areas of the country that tend to have more car accidents than others, but no matter where you are in the country, car accidents often happen on a daily basis. Florida, with its growing population and large size, is one of the states in the country that routinely has [...]

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12 Jul
Spleen Injuries After Bicycle Accidents

Are Spleen Injuries Common After Bicycle Accidents?

Florida has a warm climate and sunshine most of the year which makes engaging in outdoor activities like riding a bicycle very popular. Not only can riding a bike be a great means of transportation, but it can also offer fantastic exercise. Nevertheless, it is always vital to remain safe while riding, especially in the vicinity of other motorists. One of the first and foremost ways to keep yourself safe is by utilizing a bicycle helmet, which can offer [...]

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07 Jul
Getting Covered after Hurricane Wind and Lightening Damage

Getting Covered after Hurricane Wind and Lightning Damage

Florida is well known for many things including sunshine, juicy oranges, beautiful beaches, great fishing, and amusement parks, as some examples. These things that are highly associated with the sunshine state are what attract people to come to visit every year as a tourist, and even to become part-time or full-time residents. Other things, though, are a little less attractive and can be difficult and dangerous to manage, such as the humidity, alligators, and of course, hurricanes. These highly [...]

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05 Jul
How Much Can Children Be Compensated After a Car Accident in Florida

Can Children Be Compensated After a Car Accident in Florida?

Car accidents are scary enough for adults, but when a child is injured in one of these events, parents can have an even harder time with the situation. No parent wants to see their children suffer harm in any way, and because of the catastrophic injuries and death that can result from a car accident, auto collisions that hurt children are particularly dreadful.  You may know that if you are harmed in a car accident you can take legal action [...]

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30 Jun
How Does Florida Define Wrongful Death

How Does Florida Define Wrongful Death?

Losing a loved one far too early is not easy to handle and may take a long time to come to terms with. When your loss is untimely because another person acted in a reckless and negligent way, the emotions you experience and the way you handle that loss can be even harder and more difficult to grasp. In Florida, if a negligent party caused your loss then you may be able to file a claim for compensation.  When you [...]

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23 Jun
Can You Sue if You Slipped on a Rainy Day

Can You Sue if You Slipped on a Rainy Day?

Even though Florida is well known for warm weather, sunshine, and palm trees, the sunshine state, as it is nicknamed, is not always dry. It often rains and when it does, there is the potential for slick surfaces. Slippery, wet surfaces pose a risk of slip and fall incidents, and when a property owner knows or should reasonably know of a risk for a slip and fall accident on their property, they must address it. If you lawfully entered into [...]

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21 Jun
Is Witness Testimony Helpful in a Personal Injury Claim

Is Witness Testimony Helpful in a Personal Injury Claim?

The devastation and costs that come after a car accident can be substantial, and people in Florida who were harmed in a car accident have the right to file a personal injury claim for compensation. Moreover, while putting a strong claim together for the highest amount of compensation, having robust and substantial evidence is critical. Witness testimony and statements are those crucial pieces of evidence that when secured, can make a big difference in the outcome of one’s personal [...]

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16 Jun
Why a Brain Injury Attorney is Necessary for a TBI

Why a Brain Injury Attorney is Necessary for a TBI

When the head is impacted by a forceful blow or if an object penetrates the skull and pierces the brain tissue, a traumatic brain injury will likely result. TBIs can be mild or they can be so severe and catastrophic to where one’s quality of life is impacted so immensely and permanently that they will never be the same again. In the most tragic cases, the implications of a TBI can lead to death. There are many ways that a [...]

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