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25 Sep
Punitive Damages for Victims Injured in Florida Accidents

Who is Responsible For a Florida Wide Turn Truck Accident?

Wide-turn truck accidents are most frequently caused by driver negligence. There are, however, certain situations where a third party might share the liability. Keep reading to learn more about how wide-turn truck accidents occur, and who might be considered responsible for your injuries and other accident-related losses. What is a Wide-Turn Truck Accident? Tanker trucks, tractor-trailers, single-unit trucks, buses, and recreational vehicles all need a more extensive turning radius, particularly if the vehicle is attempting to make a righthand turn. If the [...]

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18 Sep
Can I Collect Punitive Damages in My Florida Personal Injury Claim?

Should I Wait for a Jury Verdict or Settle My Florida Personal Injury Claim?

If you are thinking about filing a claim of personal injury after being injured during a car accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you probably have a lot of questions that need to be answered. One of the more popular questions that people ask is whether a jury verdict or a settlement will get them more financial compensation. The answer is that it all depends on your individual case. Listed below is some information about how each of [...]

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15 Sep
How Maximum Medical Improvement Affects Your Florida Personal Injury Claim

How Maximum Medical Improvement Affects Your Florida Personal Injury Claim

When attorneys, doctors, and other professionals talk about “maximum medical improvement” most people assume it refers to an injured victim who has fully recovered and had their health restored to the way it was before the accident. While some victims are fortunate enough to experience this level of recovery, it is rarely the case. Keep reading to learn more about MMI and how it could affect your Florida personal injury case. What is Maximum Medical Improvement? Maximum medical improvement is a medical [...]

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10 Sep
Are Passengers Able to Sue for Damages After a Florida Car Crash?

Are Passengers Able to Sue for Damages After a Florida Car Crash?

Car accident data shows that passengers involved in a car accident frequently sustain more severe injuries than the driver of the vehicle. The most plausible explanation for this phenomenon is the driver instinctually turning their car away from danger, placing their passenger in the ideal spot for getting injured. If you or a member of your family were injured as a passenger in a Tampa car accident, you might be curious about your legal options for collecting financial compensation for [...]

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08 Sep
Different Kinds of Florida Personal Injury Claims

Negligence Per Se and Your Florida Car Accident Claim

In order to receive financial compensation for injuries that you or a family member received during a car accident, you have to show that someone else’s negligent action was responsible for the accident that caused your injuries. Anytime a car accident involves negligence per se, proving fault is often much easier. When Does Negligence Per Se Apply? Negligence per se implies that a person was inherently negligent because she or he broke a law that was created for the safety and [...]

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02 Apr

Coronavirus Claims Denials

One type of insurance coverage not often discussed is business interruption insurance. Also known as business continuity insurance, this type of coverage – just like any other type of insurance coverage – is determined by the language of the policy itself. In order to make a determination of whether business losses caused by the current Covid-19 pandemic, insureds must look at the policy itself, including its terms and definitions, to find out if they have this type of coverage. Language related [...]

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27 Mar

But Do I Really Need a Personal Injury Lawyer To Represent Me?

Personal injuries resulting from the negligence of others – whether it be a car accident, slip and fall, or medical malpractice – are uncertain times. Aside from painful and long-lasting, these injuries can be costly and wreak havoc into a family. Often, injuries come along with uncertainty about what the future will hold. At Fulgencio Law, we understand the many ways in which life can be affected by personal injury. Our clients usually come to us with a number of [...]

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16 Mar
What Should You Look For In A Florida Medical Malpractice Attorney

What Should You Look For In A Florida Medical Malpractice Attorney?

If you were the victim of medical malpractice it is likely that you are seething with the negative health outcome you are facing. You trusted your medical care provider to do the right thing and take care of you but something went wrong and now you are dealing with a poor health situation. To obtain compensation for your damages you will need an experienced and knowledgeable attorney that is well versed in Florida medical malpractice claims. A quality Florida [...]

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09 Mar
Do You Have A Valid Florida Slip And Fall Case

Do You Have A Valid Florida Slip And Fall Case?

Slip-and-fall cases in Florida deal with a lot of variables and it takes a talented and experienced Florida slip-and-fall attorney to know how to effectively prove the reason why you fell was due to the negligence of the property owner. The thing to remember is not every person who falls and is injured on a property has a valid slip-and-fall case. When negligence exists on the part of the property owner, there is a reasonable expectation to pursue compensation for [...]

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02 Mar
Going Out To Eat And Leaving Injured

Going Out To Eat and Leaving Injured?

Going out to eat is a luxury and a convenience for many. Not having to cook dinner and do the dishes is a welcome experience for anyone who spends a lot of time in the kitchen. Whether it be date night, a celebration, or just because anyone going to a restaurant expects that they will have a nice time–not leave injured. There are many things that managers and owners of restaurants must do to keep their patrons safe including: Keeping [...]

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