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03 Feb
Can You Get Pain and Suffering Compensation in Florida

Can You Get Pain and Suffering Compensation in Florida?

If you were injured by another party’s negligent actions in Florida, your Personal Injury Protection coverage will pay for your medical costs. This is because Florida follows a no-fault insurance system. The problem with PIP, though, is that it only takes care of 80% of your medical costs. As for lost wages, just 60%. Also, you cannot get compensation for pain and suffering through PIP.  While PIP coverage is helpful, it does not cover all of your expenses after an [...]

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01 Feb
What is Anoxic Brain Injury

What is Anoxic Brain Injury?

When your head takes a heavy blow, the results can be catastrophic. Not only can you sustain damage to your skin, bones, tendons, and muscles, but your brain can be harmed too. Brain injuries can be mild but they can also be severe and permanent. In the most severe cases, brain damage can be deadly.  The same is true when your brain does not get the oxygen it needs to function. Oxygen deprivation leads to brain cell death. Depending on [...]

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27 Jan
Types of Civil Lawsuits

The Various Types of Civil Lawsuits

Civil suits are very different from criminal cases. In a civil suit, a plaintiff files a claim against another party for compensation for damages sustained by that party’s negligent, fraudulent, or breach of contract actions. If you were harmed in a way that was not a result of a crime, then you may be able to file a civil suit to secure justice and potentially compensation for your damages. When a civil suit is filed, penalties like jail time [...]

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25 Jan
Is It Possible That No Driver Has Fault in a Crash

Is There Always an At-Fault Driver Responsible for a Crash?

Car accidents are some of the most commonly occurring incidents that lead to severe injury and death annually throughout the United States. Each year, there are more than six million car accidents that range from mild to catastrophic and deadly. When more than one car is involved in a crash, most often, at least one of the driver’s actions was the reason that the crash took place. However, on some rare occasions, no matter if a crash has one [...]

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20 Jan
Medical Malpractice Events that Can Lead to a Florida Wrongful Death Suit

Medical Malpractice Events that Can Lead to a Florida Wrongful Death Suit

While there are many devastating outcomes that can result from medical malpractice, the worst is death. Losing a loved one unexpectedly and far too soon because of medical mistakes is a tragedy for any family. It is vital for families to know that when death is a result of medical malpractice, they have rights that are recognized in the state of Florida. It could be possible to file a Florida wrongful death claim for compensation. The emotional challenges may be [...]

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18 Jan
How Can Breach of Duty Result in Medical Malpractice

How Can Breach of Duty Result in Medical Malpractice?

Hospital records show that each year there are a minimum of 65,000 deaths as a result of medical accidents. In some instances, this number can be even greater and even as high as 200,000 deaths. When medical negligence is a factor, 25,000 to 120,000 deaths take place on an annual basis. Compared to other forms of common accidental death situations, it is clear how prevalent medical malpractice can be. For example, car accidents happen every day and are responsible [...]

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13 Jan
6 Reasons Why Using an Attorney After a Dog Bite Injury Is Essential

6 Reasons Why Using an Attorney After a Dog Bite Injury Is Essential

Dog bites happen frequently and for many different reasons. Every single day there are approximately 1,000 Americans that have to seek emergency treatment because of a serious and excruciating dog bite. In the most severe cases, hospitalization is necessary and sometimes these injuries result in death. Each year it is estimated that more than 14,000 people are hospitalized as a result of being attacked by a canine. Sometimes a person who is bit has antagonized a dog with malice and [...]

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11 Jan
How Long Do You Have to Get Medical Treatment After a Florida Car Accident

How Long Do You Have to Get Medical Treatment After a Florida Car Accident?

If you sustained injuries in a Florida car accident, you should always first seek medical attention as soon as possible. Have yourself examined by a qualified doctor who can give you an appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan. Getting medical treatment for injuries can reduce the chances that they will progress and get worse. Also, rapid treatment may help you heal faster and more efficiently. Taking your health and wellbeing seriously by seeing a doctor after a crash only benefits you. [...]

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04 Jan
Are Landlords in Florida Responsible for Renter Injuries

Are Landlords in Florida Responsible for Renter Injuries?

The University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies reported that the number of people who rented their homes in Florida has been steadily increasing between 2000 through 2017. There were 1,816,452 renters in 2000 compared to 2,594,967 in 2017. During the same time period, as the rental housing market grew, homeownership dropped from 70% to 65%. The millions of people that rent their homes whether it’s a condominium, a single-family home, or an apartment expect that where they live [...]

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30 Dec
Can You Obtain Compensation if Your Child Was Injured on a Playground

Can You Obtain Compensation if Your Child Was Injured on a Playground?

Children love to go outside and play. Nothing is more fun and attractive than an open playground full of slides, climbing walls, and bars to hang from. While children every day run around and play at playgrounds all across the United States without incident, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the number of accidents that happen at these play sites is quite high. Over 200,000 injuries that require emergency room treatment will take place across the [...]

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