Car Accident Reports in Florida

When you are involved in a car accident in Florida, you are required to stop and exchange information with the other driver. In some cases, you might be required to file a car accident report.  Below are FAQs about car accident reports in Florida.  When… read more

Many Accidents Can Cause Herniated Discs at C4/C5 or C5/C6 — Here’s What You Need to Know

Accidents can produce countless kinds of injuries, including injuries along the spinal cord, and more specifically, the spinal discs. Herniated discs in the cervical spine are some of the most common types of disc injuries. They cause significant pain and discomfort.  What Are Spinal Discs?… read more

Right of Way Laws in Florida

Although drivers are often confused about the right-of-way rules in Florida, laws are on the books that clearly establish who has the right-of-way in most, if not all, traffic situations. Having a firm grasp of these laws will help you avoid getting in a car… read more

Umbilical Cord Prolapse Birth Injury Claims

Birthing complications can be terrifying, especially when the health and life of the baby are at risk. Umbilical cord prolapse, or UCP, is a complication that can develop before or during delivery. It occurs when the umbilical cord exits the cervix before the baby.  The… read more

What Happens if I Do Not Report a Car Accident in Florida?

Hundreds of thousands of car accidents occur each year in Florida. Florida law imposes certain reporting obligations on you even if the accident was not your fault. Failing to report an accident could also result in adverse financial consequences in the event that a personal… read more

Can Difficult Residents Really Fall Victim To a Nursing Home Wrongful Eviction in Florida?

Involuntary eviction of nursing home residents is the number one complaint about nursing homes, exceeding even claims of nursing home abuse. Wrongful evictions of nursing home residents have been on the rise in recent years. Shockingly, in many cases, nursing homes send residents to hotels… read more

Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident in Boca Raton, FL?

Every year, almost 25,000 car accidents happen in Palm Beach County, Florida. These crashes cause more than 15,000 injuries, many of which may not show up for days or weeks after the fact. You may have heard before that you should call a car accident… read more

The Mirena Crash Is Real, and It’s Affecting Countless Women

If you or someone you love has relied on an intrauterine device (IUD), you may have heard of the Mirena crash, which can occur after a doctor removes a Mirena IUD. This side effect can result in various mental and physical symptoms that can interfere… read more

What Is CTE?

CTE is a serious, debilitating brain disease. It’s most commonly seen in veterans and athletes who play contact sports, like football. CTE has been recognized as a brain disease only within the past two decades, and scientists are still working to learn more about why… read more

Understanding Assumption of Risk

The assumption of risk is a legal doctrine used as an affirmative defense in personal injury cases. With assumption of risk, the defense tries to escape liability by shifting some or all of the blame for the injury onto the victim. However, the assumption of… read more

Car Accidents Caused by Brake Checking in Florida

Tailgating is annoying and dangerous. Rear-end collisions remain the most common type of collision, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). And many of these rear-end crashes result from following too closely, also called tailgating. Most traffic safety experts recommend allowing tailgaters to… read more

Who Is At Fault in a T-Bone Car Accident in Florida?

T-bone accidents, also known as side-impact collisions, are some of the most dangerous types of car accidents. They often occur when one vehicle runs a red light or stop sign and crashes into another vehicle traveling straight through an intersection. Knowing what to look for… read more

How Common Are Car Accidents Due To Eating While Driving in Fort Lauderdale?

When it comes to negligent behaviors behind the wheel, distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents.  Generally, most people associate distracted driving with cell phone use, changing the radio, or even using a navigation system. However, you may be surprised to learn that… read more

Personal Injury Settlements: Myths vs. Reality 

When it comes to personal injury settlements, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Many people in West Palm Beach believe settlements are always huge sums of money, while others believe the process is always long and drawn out.  Here’s a closer look at… read more

How To File a Wrongful Death Claim in West Palm Beach

You can file a personal injury claim if you suffer an injury caused by somebody else’s misconduct. But what sort of claim is appropriate when someone dies in an accident? In West Palm Beach, Florida’s wrongful death statute governs the claim. Wrongful death claims work… read more

What Happens if No One Was At-Fault After My Car Accident in West Palm Beach?

If you’re in a car accident in West Palm Beach that wasn’t obviously your fault or another party’s fault, how do you proceed to get compensated for injuries or damages? In Florida, drivers are required to carry personal injury protection (PIP) car insurance. Specifically, $10,000… read more

What Happens When an Unlicensed Driver in Fort Lauderdale Causes a Car Accident?

When an unlicensed driver causes a car accident, the fact that the driver is unlicensed is irrelevant to the issue of fault. The reasoning that “It was the unlicensed driver’s fault because they wouldn’t have been on the road in the first place if they… read more

How Serious Does an Injury Have To Be To File a Claim in Florida?

There is no lower limit on the value of an injury claim (with a major exception being car accidents, which we will discuss in detail below). Theoretically, you could file a claim against someone for only $1.The real question is whether it is worth bothering… read more

Who Is at Fault in a T-Bone Car Accident in Boca Raton?

Impact location can play a significant role in the severity of a car crash. Although the damage may be minor when one vehicle swipes another, head-on collisions can have catastrophic effects. T-bone crashes, also called side-impact collisions, are some of Florida’s most high-risk car accidents…. read more

What Is the Average Florida Auto Accident Settlement? Recent Car Accident Settlement Examples

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in West Palm Beach, you’ll likely question how much your case is worth and how these determinations are made. In Florida, there is generally no average car accident settlement amount. The value of your case is unique… read more