M.D: You probably have Medicaid. Can it pay for assisted living, nursing homes, and home healthcare services? In Florida, Medicaid offers different programs to help vulnerable people. These programs are intended to pay for an elderly person’s long-term care, whether it’s in an assisted living facility, at home, or in a nursing home. The specific programs helping pay for…
M.D: What does Florida’s ‘no-fault motor vehicle insurance’ mean? How does it work? No-fault automotive insurance regulations require drivers to file a claim with their insurers after a crash, regardless of who was to blame for the accident. In Florida and other states with no-fault auto insurance laws, drivers must acquire personal injury protection insurance as an…
Halloween is one of the most celebrated holidays in Florida that gives inclusivity to all family members. There are many activities that you and your loved ones can engage in and celebrate during this holiday. Some of the common Halloween activities include and not limited to: Trick or treating Outdoor family fun Watching spooky movies Dressing…
The loss of a loved one can send your mind reeling in different directions once. Sure, the idea of pursuing a wrongful death claim is likely to be far from your priorities. Unfortunately, you may have a pressing time limit once you decide to seek monetary compensation. There are also other important issues related to this claim…
No warning, just a loud bang! The rest is all aftermath. The pain, shock, and confusion are the earliest sensations after an auto accident. Whether your injuries are caused by a car, motorcycle, or truck, the post-realization that you have sustained injuries is traumatic. The law allows accident victims to pursue a personal injury claim….
Burn injuries are extremely painful but very common. The CDC reports that more than a million Americans suffer from severe burn injuries each year. Half of these injuries require medical treatment, and more than 50,000 patients require hospitalization. You already know emergency medical treatment isn’t cheap. In addition to excruciating pain associated with burn injuries,…
Traffic accidents happen. If you get involved in a car accident, it can sometimes be a comfort to know that auto insurance coverage – yours and that of the other driver – will help pay for the medical expenses and other damages. In some cases, the other driver may not have sufficient or any car insurance….
Of all the safety features that motor vehicles come with, safety belts are perhaps some of the most important. Unfortunately, many drivers and passengers often choose to ignore this safety element. What such people don’t know is that seat belts help reduce the chances of getting injured or even killed in a car accident by…
Although Florida provides ideal weather for motorcycle enthusiasts to head out for a joyride, motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable individuals on the roads. They lack the same protection features that vehicle occupants enjoy. With this acknowledgment, the state laws in Florida (§ 316.211) have made it mandatory for all motorcyclists to wear the necessary…
While not essentially more common than other types of traffic accidents, motorcycle crashes are associated with a high risk of severe injuries and fatalities. A recent report released by the federal government reveals that per mile traveled in 2019, there were about 35 times more fatalities from motorcycle accidents compared to those associated with car accidents. These…