After 27 years of helping auto accident victims in St. Petersburg, FL we have seen how insurance companies work against victims. After a car accident, most insurance companies focus on protecting their profits over their customers. They use a variety...
When you’ve been injured in an accident, one of the biggest decisions you will face is whether or not to hire a personal injury attorney. No matter the circumstances of your accident, it is always recommended that you speak to a personal injury attor...
As a biker, there is always that chance that to avoid a collision you end up laying the bike down. This is called a “no contact” accident. In these cases, the driver of the vehicle can be held liable for your damages and injuries, even though you did...
When the New Year rolls around, many people resolve to make good health their main priority. This can involve eating better and getting more exercise. Taking a brisk walk on a regular basis will not only help you meet part of your goal, it will also...
Don’t let the label “soft tissue injury” fool you. This type of injury can be anything but soft when it comes to the pain it can cause. The main difference between a soft tissue injury and an injury such as a broken leg is that many soft tissue injur...
A lot of people refer to Florida as a “no fault” insurance state. When in fact, Florida uses a system of comparative fault to determine who is liable for the damages caused by an accident. The confusion comes from the legal requirement to have “perso...
A personal injury case is a civil lawsuit brought by you for injuries you sustained against the person or company that has been negligent. This allows you to be compensated for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and costs as a resul...
In the state of Florida, fault is one of the most important aspects to any personal injury case. Whether it’s in regards to a slip and fall injury, or injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident, fault determines who can receive compensation after...
In most vehicle accidents, it has to be determined who is at fault, also known as who is liable for the accident. It may seem pretty clear cut to you that the other driver was at fault, but the state of Florida uses a comparative fault system to dete...
After an accident, dealing with injuries can put you on a long and difficult road to recovery. Broken bones, lacerations, burns, and other physical injuries can take months, sometimes years, years to heal. Physical ailments are tough enough to deal w...
Auto accidents involving a semi-truck are particularly devastating because of the sheer size of the vehicles. The average semi-truck is 57 feet long and weighs 80,000 lbs, when the average car only weighs around 4,000 lbs. When you get hit by a semi-...
Everyone knows what to do after a car accident; don’t they? You might think that you would know exactly what to do and how to act after you’ve been involved in an accident, but the experience can overwhelm even the clearest thinker. Before you make t...
If you’ve ever heard about the burden of proof, slip and fall cases might just be the prime example of where it is needed. You might think that when you slip and fall on the property of another party that you have the right to be compensated for any...
Some people say that a family isn’t complete until it has a dog. Therapy dogs can be lifesaving, emotional support dogs can be sanity saving, and a dog who loves you unconditionally can save you from a bad day. But what happens when man’s best frien...
When you’ve been in an accident that was the fault of another person, you are legally protected by Florida law. Understanding your rights under Florida law, however, can be very difficult. That is why it is always recommended you hire a legal expert...
There are many cases in which having an experienced lawyer on your side is important. They can offer you legal advice, coach you through a case, and provide the technical skills you need to face legal problems. And should your case ever go to trial,...
When you are involved in a car accident with just one other car, it is probably going to end up being a pretty straightforward and clear-cut process. You will file your police report, file your claim with the insurance company, and prove that the oth...
If you have been injured in an accident and are in the midst of filing your insurance claim for compensation, then it is important to be aware of what you are posting on social media. Posting the wrong thing online can be extremely detrimental to the...
When you are self-employed and involved in a car accident that resulted in debilitating injuries, you may find it difficult to calculate and prove your wages. After becoming injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages a...
