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South Florida Personal Injury Lawyer Blog
My child was hurt during an activity, but I signed a waiver. Is there anything I can do?
Waivers may or may not be enforceable. It's important that you speak with an injury attorney who has experience in this kind of case to discuss the specific facts of your situation. How you signed the...
What is “med pay” in auto insurance?
MedPay is a type of insurance that may be available in your claim. It is a type of insurance similar to PIP that pays out as the bills come in. It may be available in a car crash case but also in a...
What is the process for a car crash case in Florida?
Generally the process for a car crash case is the initial signup, which gives me the authority to contact insurance companies and defendants on your behalf, the investigation of what the facts are and what...
What kind of data does an EDR or “black box” collect?
An EDR, what's commonly referred to as a black box, can be a goldmine of evidence in your automobile case. The EDR depending on the year making model of your vehicle can collect things like hard impacts,...
What should I do immediately if I hit a cow or horse with my vehicle?
If you hit a cow or a horse with your vehicle, the first thing you should do is notify the police that it happened. The next thing you should do, if you're able, is collect evidence. Things like hoofprints...
When an insurance agent tells me I have “full coverage”, is that all I need?
Generally when an insurance agent tells someone they have full coverage, that refers to vehicle damage and comp and collision. That does not mean you have all of the insurance that you need if you're...
Does a cyclist have the same rights as an operator of a motor vehicle in Florida?
Yes, a bicyclist has the same rights as the driver of a car in the state of Florida. A bicyclist is able to share the road just like a car can because they're both considered vehicles. It's important to...
Does my own automobile insurance cover me for accidents when I am on my bicycle?
Generally, your own automobile insurance will cover you when you're riding a bicycle. If you own an automobile, you will have PIP available to you in Florida, no-fault insurance for the first $10,000. As...
What should I do if I was injured in a Florida bicycle accident?
If you're injured in a bicycle accident in the state of Florida, the first thing I suggest you do is call the cops. The second is collect evidence, take photos, talk to the other driver, and get the other...
Can the driver of a boat who acts in an irresponsible, unsafe manner be held liable for causing an accident in Florida?
If the driver of a boat injures somebody due to their own negligence, they're absolutely responsible for that negligence. Some examples of that are boating under the influence, driving while tired, driving...
What options are available to someone injured in a Florida boating accident case?
If you're injured in the state of Florida while on a boat, that kind of situation has some similarities to a car crash, but there are many important differences. For example, if you're injured on navigable...
Can I claim compensation if I have suffered a brain injury in Florida?
Traumatic brain injury is one of the worst injuries a person can sustain. If you or a loved one has a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, you can absolutely be compensated if that person was injured due to the...
Can I file a brain injury lawsuit on behalf of a loved one in Florida?
A family member or other responsible person can file a lawsuit on behalf of somebody who suffered a traumatic brain injury or TBI. If that person who is injured is no longer capable of making legal...
How much will it cost me to hire an attorney for a brain injury in Florida?
The good news is that personal injury cases are almost always contingency cases. What that means is, rather than paying an attorney by the hour, the attorney would be compensated by receiving a percentage...
I did not feel pain at the scene and refused medical treatment. Now, a few days later, I am in pain. What should I do?
That situation is extremely common. Generally, when people are at the scene, they're concerned about their family members, their vehicle damage. They're jacked up on adrenaline and they don't feel the pain...
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