Let’s assume that you are on vacation in Florida. You’re having a great time — you’re staying at a fantastic resort, the weather is perfect, and your kids have been surprisingly well-behaved. It seems like nothing could go wrong. However, one night, after you’ve loaded up the family into the…
Determining exactly what occurred during an auto accident is crucial, not just for insurance companies, but for the drivers involved as well, as certain auto accidents can lead to exposure to criminal liability. It’s fairly easy to figure out what happened for certain types of accidents, such as rear-end accidents–it…
Each year, almost forty million people1 visit emergency departments around the country for accident–related injuries, but less than 10% of these visits actually result in hospital admission. When asked whether you should go to an emergency department after a car accident, sometimes the answer is obvious: broken bones, head trauma,…
Driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs is no laughing matter. Every day, 28 people in the United States die in alcohol-related vehicle crashes, equaling about one person every 53 minutes. The death and damages caused by impaired driving cost the US economy about $52 billion per year….
Common Causes of Florida Bicycle Accidents With year-round warm temperatures and sunny weather, biking season lasts all year in St. Petersburg, Florida. St. Petersburg also boasts a number of bike trails, and the entire State of Florida comprises almost 825 miles of coastline, presenting many opportunities for bikers and cyclists….
When you think about seeking compensation after a motorcycle accident, you may imagine being in court, on the witness stand, recounting the accident to a jury. While this is the scene regularly portrayed in movies and on television, personal injury trials are surprisingly rare in real life. This is because…
One of the most common injuries that people sustain in motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, and on the job are back injuries. In motor vehicle accidents, individuals often sustain back injuries when a severe impact causes their bodies to twist and turn in the car. In the slip-and-fall context, individuals…
Defective product liability claims lawyer Defective products cause thousands of injuries every year. From recalled vehicles due to defective airbags, to recalled pieces of furniture due to toppling risks, too many products that contain hazardous defects are sold to the American public. Learn about the different types of product liability claims…
Everyone with a driver’s license should be fully aware that Florida law1 requires drivers to carry at least a minimal amount of Personal Injury Protection Insurance (PIP). In the event of an accident, this type of insurance will help cover your injury-related losses – whether or not you were at…
Car accidents are problematic, stressful, and an annoyance. Serious wrecks can result in injuries to drivers and passengers as well as property damage. The judicial process for recuperating money from an at-fault party can be lengthy. Often times parties settle for less than the total costs of expenses. This occurs…
