Category Archives: Personal Injury
Why is the Insurance Company Offering So Little for My Injury?
Many people understandably choose to pursue filing a personal injury claim after they become injured because of the negligence of another person or entity. In addition, the reality here in the United States is that the bulk of personal injury cases settle long before they ever go to trial. Therefore, accident victims often find… Read More »
Tips for Ensuring You Get a Fair Settlement
The overwhelming majority of personal injury cases here in the United States settle long before they ever go to trial. However, that doesn’t mean that all settlements are created equal. And while insurance is generally there to provide support after an accident, that doesn’t mean you automatically obtain what you are entitled to. It… Read More »
Helping the Children You Love Stay Safe in Cars
According to an article recently published by the South Florida Sun Sentinel, a 14-year-old child was recently ejected from a car after a rollover accident on Interstate 95 north. The Sunday evening accident occurred near the Hillsboro Boulevard exit and resulted in the young teenager being taken by helicopter to Broward Health Medical Center… Read More »
What are Pain and Suffering Injury Damages in a Florida Personal Injury Case?
While most people have heard the phrase “pain and suffering” at some point, many people don’t fully understand what it means even if they happen to have found themselves the unfortunate victim of a car accident or another form of negligence that led to injuries. And unfortunately, accidents are quite common – and can… Read More »
Can I Sue My Cruise Ship?
Time Magazine online recently reported that a Florida couple who have been stuck aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship are suing the cruise line for $1 million. While it appears the couple themselves have not been infected by the coronavirus, the lawsuit instead alleges that: Princess Cruises, the company that owns and operates the… Read More »
Avoiding House Fires
In an unexpected turn, the South Florida Sun Sentinel has asserted that there has been a sudden influx of houses fires in South Florida because of the rapidly increasing rise in the number of people who are remaining at home to avoid the new coronavirus. The news outlet recently reported that just days after… Read More »
Calculating Personal Injury Damages
After being injured in an accident, many people wonder how much monetary compensation they are entitled to. The first step to understanding this is understanding the difference between economic and non-economic damages, and when compensation is determined in a courtroom. Economic Damages. Economic damages are based on actual expenses and are therefore more straightforward… Read More »
Avoiding Car Accidents
An unfortunate reality of getting behind the wheel of a car these days is that we all know there is risk involved and that an accident can result. We also all know we would like to do our best to avoid one. While every accident isn’t avoidable, the good news is that there are… Read More »
The Importance of Witness Statements
If you find yourself involved in one of the almost 400,000 car accidents that occur every year in this state, you know how confusing and overwhelming the aftermath of an accident can be. Between obtaining needed medical treatment and taking pictures of the scene, you may almost overlook any bystanders who happened to witness… Read More »
Updates on the Standard Regarding the Expert Witnesses That Are Important to Your Personal Injury Case
Every personal injury case requires a variety of evidence in order to prove that you were injured the way you claim you were. Additionally, even after negligence and liability are determined, the evidence you present as the injured party determines the compensation you are entitled to. One of the best ways to help you… Read More »
