Red lights are not ‘optional,’ they are meant for intersection safety for both pedestrians and drivers. Stop signs and red lights have a purpose on our roads and there is no reason for ignoring them that is either safe or legal. It happens, though, even for the most cautious drivers because we are all people and even the best of us make mistakes. Whether we are stressed because we are rushing to make up time to get to our [...]
Personal injuries affect everyone, no matter their gender or age. When parents send their children off to school they expect that they will be safe from harm, but even at school and on the school bus, injuries have been known to occur. When your child sustains an injury by a negligent or reckless party they are entitled to obtaining compensation for their damages. As a parent, you can pursue a personal injury claim for your child to ensure that [...]
Award Winning Recognition – Again! The 2019 Law Firm 500 results are in, and we are proud to announce that Fulgencio Law has been recognized as the 32nd fastest-growing law firm in the country. Last year, our firm was recognized as the 65th fastest growing law firm in the United States, but we knew we could do better. So we did. We are, once again, humbled beyond words by this incredible recognition. To all of those who have contributed to our [...]
Riding a bicycle in the state of Florida is a popular pastime for adults and children alike. Our warmer temperatures and scenic views make for a perfect setting to enjoy this healthy outdoor activity. Children in specific tend to ride bikes at a higher rate than other age groups, primarily because it is a way for younger ones to get out and about when they are still too little to drive. Bicycle riding is so popular in children parents [...]
It is not always easy from first glance to tell if a canine is friendly to others or prone to biting. This is why it is always an important safety step to ask an owner before petting a dog. It is also vitally important to keep an eye on children around dogs they are unfamiliar with because children tend to be some of the highest risk groups for animal bites. If you or a loved one has suffered a [...]
Most individuals who go see their doctors do not question the advice and diagnosis or lack of diagnosis that the medical professional provides. We almost have it built-in that doctors are always correct and many times, we don’t think twice about what we are being told even when it comes to something as important as our health and wellness, or that of our family. Trusting our medical providers is baked in and if you are given poor advice or [...]
Serious car accidents can have very serious consequences. Catastrophic injuries from car accidents can include paralysis, disfigurement, severe emotional distress, traumatic brain injury, or even death. When it comes to traumatic brain injury, the damage to the brain can range from mild to severe. The impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) on a victim’s life can be life-changing and life-long. Recovering from TBI can also be a time-intensive process and one may never fully regain the quality of life [...]
After any type of car accident from the most minor fender benders to the most severe, there is always going to be a financial impact on those involved. Especially when injuries result, the costs associated with the aftermath can add up fast. Here are some considerations and information to be familiar with after an accident occurs. What To Do After A Car Accident Immediately after a car accident, you must check yourself and your passengers for injuries. Then, assessing your location [...]
One may think that a simple dog bite is just a puncture wound that needs to close. Indeed, a bite will often lead to a puncture that will take time to heal, but the pain that a victim can endure is often much more complex. Many times, one will not feel the full effects from the bite until well after the incident occurs. Not only can puncture wounds, scrapes, and cuts occur, but bites can also cause: Broken bones Soft tissue [...]
Is a Florida Proposal for Settlement (“PFS”) Made by Multiple Offerors to a Single Offeree an Enforceable PFS? Florida Proposals for Settlement were created to reduce litigation but they have done anything but. Florida Statute 768.79 is the “Offer of Judgment” statute. The rule states that if the defendant in litigation files a “proposal for settlement” under Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.442, the plaintiff must obtain a verdict of higher than 75% of the amount proposed by the defendant. If [...]
