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Drunk Driving Accident Damages
If you are injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver, you may be able to sue the driver in civil court for damages. This article outlines some of the basics of civil recovery after a drunk driving accident. No-Fault Insurance Florida is a no-fault insurance state. What this means is that anyone… Read More »
After a Bicycle Accident
Bicycle accidents can be devastating experiences resulting in damage, injury and even death. Florida has the highest rate of bicycle deaths in the country, so it is especially an issue here. The best way to handle a bicycle accident is to attempt to avoid one completely and minimize injuries. Therefore, you should always wear… Read More »
Slip and Fall Lawsuits – What You Need to Know
If you have been injured by slipping and falling on the property of another person or business, they may be liable for damages related to your accident. There are several things that you need to prove in order to prevail in a slip and fall case. This article gives an overview of the legal… Read More »
Florida Wrongful Death Laws
If you have a close family member that has been killed due to the negligence of another, you may be able to sue under Florida’s wrongful death statute. Wrongful death laws are complicated and there are many limits on who can recover damages and under what circumstances. This article gives a brief overview and… Read More »
Florida Medical Malpractice Victims May Soon be Able to Get Higher Jury Awards
If you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice, you know it can be a devastating event. Victims of doctor or hospital negligence may soon be able to be fully compensated for the full value of their economic and noneconomic damages. The Florida Supreme Court is currently hearing a case… Read More »
Motorcycle Accident Fatalities Rose 23 Percent Last Year in Florida
A report has recently come out that has found that in the last year motorcycle fatalities have increased by almost a quarter in Florida. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, the agency that put out the new statistics, also thinks that this trend will continue to rise. This prediction should concern… Read More »
Suing Someone From Another State: What you need to Know
With nearly 95 million visitors to Florida every year, if you are injured in an auto accident in Florida, there is always a good chance the other driver is visiting from another state. A lot of people, therefore, wonder what will happen if the other driver is a foreign resident. Can I sue? Will… Read More »
Can I Borrow Money Against my Lawsuit?
When someone is injured, whether in a car accident or due to some other form of negligence, there are often expensive medical bills to pay. Along with bills, people may be out of work for an extended period of time. This also means lost wages from being away from work. Some may even find… Read More »
Understanding Attractive Nuisance Injuries
On October 11, 1993, a six-year-old boy in Utah was playing hide and seek with friends at a nearby development. As they ducked in and out of partially constructed houses, the young boy backed into a hole in one of the floors, resulting in serious injuries. His mother sued the builder under the theory… Read More »
Citrus Teen Dies From Injuries Caused in March Crash With Impaired Driver
DUI a factor in most fatalities According to the most recent numbers from the CDC, 31 percent of all traffic accident fatalities involve an impaired driver. This should come as no surprise. Nevertheless, the problem continues. More frightening is the number of adults who self-report drinking and driving. In 2014, nearly 121 million Americans… Read More »
