Did Your Auto Accident Give You A Concussion?

A Concussive Brain Injury
A concussion is a type of brain injury that is caused by a blow, jolt, or bump to the head. The jarring motion of the incident causes the brain to hit the hard inner shell of the skull, leading to tearing, bruising, and bleeding. Though many people think of sports injuries as the main cause of a concussion, car accidents actually cause them more often. Many times, heads can hit the windshield, steering wheel, or another object, due to the force of the collision.
5 Signs That You Have Suffered A Concussion
Depending on the severity of the injury, you might not even know that you suffered a concussion. Though some people might lose consciousness at the time of the accident, you do not have to experience this to... ...read full post
Know Where To Turn For Assistance When Filing A Social Security Disability Claim

The Social Security Disability application method is lengthy, challenging, and it can seem nearly impossible to complete. Our attorney has been practicing law since 1983, which has given him necessary knowledge to effectively help clients. Don't put your approval in the hands of fate. Instead, give the office a... ...read full post
Let An Attorney Help You Obtain Compensation Needed For Recovery After A Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycles don't provide users with the protection that most cars do. There are no airbags, seatbelts, or even doors and walls for protection. Therefore, when a motorcycle accident occurs, the consequences are often drastic. Damages include things like...
• Road Rash
• Broken Bones Or Loss Of Limbs
• Partial Or Full Paralysis
• Death
•... ...read full post
Picking Up The Pieces After The Death Of A Loved One
When someone you love has been taken away as a result of an unexpected accident, you’ll likely experience a flurry of emotions. The deepest levels of hurt can only be matched by the deepest levels of anger toward the negligence of the party that caused the death. Recovery from such a loss might be difficult and take time, but if you believe that another party is at fault in the death of your loved one, you might be able to file a wrongful death claim against them.
Who Can Bring About A Wrongful Death Suit
Under Florida law, when a person’s death is caused by the wrongful act, negligence, default, or breach of contract of another person, the deceased person’s estate can bring about a civil lawsuit to seek losses. The individuals who can bring about a wrongful death claim include those who are related to the deceased as a:
• Spouse
• Child
• Parent
• Dependent blood relative
• Child born out of wedlock of the mother; also of the father if it is established that the father assumed responsibility and support for the child.
The claim must be filed by a personal representative of the estate, typically named in the estate plan or... ...read full post
Who Can Bring About A Wrongful Death Suit
Under Florida law, when a person’s death is caused by the wrongful act, negligence, default, or breach of contract of another person, the deceased person’s estate can bring about a civil lawsuit to seek losses. The individuals who can bring about a wrongful death claim include those who are related to the deceased as a:
• Spouse
• Child
• Parent
• Dependent blood relative
• Child born out of wedlock of the mother; also of the father if it is established that the father assumed responsibility and support for the child.
The claim must be filed by a personal representative of the estate, typically named in the estate plan or... ...read full post
Reasons To Employ A Car Crash Lawyer

Seek The Help Of A Personal Injury Lawyer After Sustaining Burns From An Automobile

A Recall With A Potential 10,073 Affected Units
As most of society knows, anything human-made can break in the blink of an eye, even... ...read full post
Taking The First Steps Toward Worker’s Compensation

Worker’s Compensation Coverage
Worker’s compensation is paid out by employers at no cost to employees. It’s there to cover employees who become hurt or sick at work as the result of an injury while preforming their job duties. Worker’s compensation will pay out a certain amount of money to the employee based on the injury, and is mainly used to cover the bills that accrue as a result of necessary medical treatment and care. Some of these common necessary treatments may include:
• Doctor visits
• Surgery
• In-home care
• Hospital stays
• Dental care
• Prescriptions
• Braces or crutches
• Medical supplies ordered by your physician
Worker’s compensation coverage might also replace part of your lost wages should the doctor determine that you will need to be out of work for more than 7... ...read full post
The Q & A On Personal Injuries

A Long Way From Normal
Many of those involved in an accident of any type just want to get everything taken care of so they can go back to “normal.” Some motor vehicle accidents, however, take away everything that once was normal and leave you with a new way of life. From the destruction of a vehicle to the destruction of a body, life after an accident is rife with changes.
After an auto accident, there are many questions that people ask themselves: Why did this happen? What went wrong? How will I continue? And though questions of that magnitude might be difficult to answer individually, there are a host of other important questions that might be easier to explain.
Q: Can I hold the other party responsible for injuries I sustained in the accident?
A: Florida is a... ...read full post
The Same Old Airbag Issues Could Leave You In Need Of An Attorney This Year

Pay Particular Attention To This Recall Notice If You Are A Volkswagen Owner
Volkswagen Group of America began issuing recalls in February on a potential 97,440 affected units. This number is massive, so the probability of one or more of them being located in Florida is high. The excessive internal pressure in the driver's frontal airbag may cause the inflator to explode upon impact.... ...read full post
Truck Accident Victims Should Put A Professional, Proven Attorney On Their Side

Talking on the phone, receiving and sending texts, eating, or even playing around with passengers can result in the car barreling out of control due to human error. Drowsiness leads to folks falling asleep or just not paying as much attention as they should to the task at hand. Trucking companies transport heavy loads, and if the... ...read full post
What To Do If Your Auto Is Recalled

Read Through The Recall Letter
Recall letters are sent out to vehicle owners when a manufacturer, or the NHTSA, finds that a vehicle does not comply with a federal safety standard. They can also be sent out when a safety-related defect is found on a specific make and model. Receiving a recall letter is no cause to panic; simply read through and follow the instructions.
The letter is very detailed and will explain:
• The reason for the recall and a description of the defective part
• Hazard risks including the type of injuries the defect can cause
• Warning signs that could indicate a problem
•... ...read full post
When You Slip And Fall On A Residential Property

• A wobbly step in the stairwell
• A broken railing on a balcony
• A missing chunk of pavement on a sidewalk
• A loose flap of carpeting in the hallway
• A broken window screen
• A hanging dead tree limb
Any of these issues can cause a person to slip, fall, or become injured at any time. Injuries can range from a few bumps and bruises, to several months in a cast--followed by several more in physical therapy.
Landlords are responsible to uphold a standard of property care that ensures safety for everyone, from tenants to visitors. The landlord has an obligation to maintain:
• Roofs
• Doors & Windows
• Floors
• Porches & Railings
• Steps & Walkways
• Foundations
• Exterior Walls
• Plumbing
• Windows & Screens
It the responsibility of the landlord to check in and around properties often to ensure that everything is in the proper working order. Damages must be repaired by competent workmen... ...read full post
Who Is Liable In An Uber Or Lyft Accident?

Anyone Can Drive For A Ride Sharing Company
When anyone gets behind the wheel of a motor vehicle, there is always a chance that an accident can occur. What keeps these chances low is the ability of the driver to concentrate on the task at hand without distractions, follow the rules of the road, and use safety precautions at all times.
Those who drive for Uber and Lyft are no different than the rest of the vehicle-operating population. They receive no special training or equipment; they use their own vehicles to take people from point A to point B. The problem is, you never know how “good” a driver they are until you get in the car.
What To Know If An Accident Happens
Accidents can happen no matter what kind of a driver is operating the Uber you are riding in. If you are... ...read full post
A Closer Look At The Importance Of Lost Wages In A Personal Injury Case

Insurance can help, and filing insurance claims is often the first step that one may take when trying to get back on their feet financially after an accident. But what many fail to realize is that initial settlement offers and even some claims may not take all of your losses into account. In particular, one thing that needs close attention is lost wages.
What Are Lost Wages?
Essentially, lost wages are a type of damages that you may be awarded in a personal injury case. They're compensation that is based on the income that you have lost due to your accident. Certain accidents can leave you unable to work... ...read full post
Be Ready When You Meet Your Auto Accident Attorney

There are plenty of reasons for visiting an attorney, but the main one is simple - it's the best way to ensure that your case is resolved as best as it possibly can be and that you receive the maximum amount of compensation for your injuries. Plus, your attorney takes care of the hard work for you so you are able to focus on physically healing without worry about the stresses that can come from a seeking restitution on your own.
However, it's important that you have the right information on hand when you first visit your attorney and receive your initial consultation. They'll take care of the process of seeking compensation for you,... ...read full post
Some Injuries Take Time To Manifest

These injuries however, can still have a profound, negative effect on a person’s life, which is why they are covered as very special cases by personal injury lawyers.
The Traumatic Brain Injury
In addition to the physical injuries sustained in collisions and other physical mishaps, traumatic brain injury is a term that covers a broad umbrella of different, related conditions. The brain is an enormously complex organ, whose exact functions and functional locations are still not completely understood.
This means that any physical injury, such as an impact against the skull, violent shaking, or even an alteration in brain chemistry may be enough to cause changes that are hard to predict. So even... ...read full post
Why Do Trials No Longer Have Surprises?

Despite the obvious dramatic appeal of this kind of twist or turn in a story, it does not actually happen in modern trials. At least, not anymore! Today, both sides of a court case know exactly what type of material is going to be submitted thanks to a procedure known as the “discovery process.” But why do we have this now, instead of the much more dramatic surprises?
Everyone Is Treated Fairly
“Trial by ambush” is a term that describes the process by which some attorneys would hide information from the opposition. That way, when the trial date arrived, a key witness or piece of evidence would be submitted for which the other side of the case would have no knowledge, preparation or defense against. By the 1980s, however, this... ...read full post