Year: 2022
Florida ranks sixth in the country for the state with the most uninsured drivers. These numbers are not only shocking but also somewhat concerning since it means if you are in a car accident, there’s a good chance it will be with an uninsured driver. If you are the one who is uninsured when an accident occurs,…
Cases of negligent security occur when a Florida business owner doesn’t take the proper precautions to protect their guests, customers, and clients. It’s required that business owners take basic security measures to prevent possible theft, assaults, property damage, and robberies. The term “negligent security” applies to many locations serving the public, including schools, apartment complexes,…
Car accidents happen on Florida roadways every day. In fact, Florida roadways are ranked the third most dangerous in the U.S. With so many accidents occurring on Florida roadways, it may not be a case of “if” an accident happens but “when.” If you are involved in an accident and want to recover compensation for your damages…
All licensed drivers in Florida must purchase a Personal Injury Protection (PIP) car insurance policy. After an accident, injured drivers turn to their PIP policy first before pursuing compensation elsewhere. This is based on Florida’s no-fault auto insurance laws. Your PIP policy covers up to 80% of your medical costs and 60% of lost wages, with…
If you are involved in a car accident, you will have to deal with the aftermath which often includes painful injuries, significant damages to your vehicle and other property, and the costs of replacement, rentals, and lost wages. Medical costs and lost wages will add up quickly, especially if you can’t return to work. This can…
Recovering from the injuries you sustained in a Florida car accident can be a long and painful process. While you may be focused on your recovery, you have other things to consider, such as the damages you incurred and the financial impact of the accident. Understanding how your car accident value is determined is a…
Motorcyclists in Florida make up just three percent of all registered vehicles. They account for under one percent of vehicle miles traveled on roads in the Sunshine State, and in the past five years, just two percent of accidents involved a motorcycle. While the statistics may seem promising, the issue is that motorcycle fatalities account for…
Many personal injury accidents in Florida involve victims suffering burn injuries. At the very least, these injuries cause irritation, swelling, redness, and blisters. However, they are often much more severe, causing damage to the muscles, bones, and skin. Sometimes, they can cause permanent disfigurement and scarring. If you have experienced a burn injury because of someone else’s…
If you are involved in an accident in Florida, you must show your injury is permanent to receive compensation for pain and suffering. If you break your leg, it is usually easier to prove there is a permanent injury than if you suffered a soft tissue injury. That’s because most juries will believe that fractures…
Serious car accidents occur across the country every day. While there are several causes of these, one of the most common is speeding. Federal and state transportation departments are constantly conducting studies and researching the causes of traffic accidents. Knowing why they occur will help put measures in place to prevent these accidents and help…