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Wearing a seat belt while you’re on the road may save your life in case of an accident. They’re legally required for all drivers and passengers in motorized vehicles in Florida, with only a few exceptions.
While seat belts can keep you from being thrown out of your vehicle, they can trigger some injuries in an auto accident. The most common seat belt injuries include: Continue reading “5 Most Common Seat Belt Injuries”
Medical errors can occur following a personal injury incident, whether it be a motor vehicle crash, fall, or any other negligence action resulting in bodily injuries. Understanding what constitutes a medical error, as well as some of the most common medical errors in personal injury claims, can help you better understand your legal rights.
A medical error is defined as a “preventable adverse effect of medical care”. It may be a failure to perform a planned action as intended or the use of a wrong action, leading to an unintended result. Medical errors may result in unintended injury, a prolonged hospital stay, or physical disability. Continue reading “Medical Errors in Personal Injury Claims”
If a car accident involves an employee on the job, determining liability can be complicated. Is the employer held liable for the damages? What if the employee was driving negligently?
In this article, we’ll answer these key questions about determining liability in a crash with a working driver.
Florida law deems a company, corporation, or other entity (i.e. an LLC) a “person” under law. Additionally, with what’s legally known as vicarious liability, an employer may be held liable for the damages of a victim if their employee can be proven at fault for the crash. This can even apply if the employee was driving their own vehicle, so long as they were “on the job” at the time of the accident (this typically doesn’t apply if the employee was traveling to or from work). Continue reading “Employer Liability for Car Accidents Involving Working Drivers”
As one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, Florida attracts millions of visitors every year. While there are many positives of Florida’s thriving tourism department, out-of-state drivers can complicate the aftermath of a car accident. Thankfully, with an experienced car accident attorney by your side, you can resolve insurance complications after a crash with an out-of-state driver.
Read on for more information about what to do after being in an auto accident with a non-Florida driver. Continue reading “Florida Car Accidents with Out-of-State Drivers”
If you sign a liability waiver in Florida and sustain an injury, you may doubt your ability to pursue compensation for the related damages. Gyms, amusement parks, sporting events, daycares, and a variety of other businesses and facilities require liability waivers in Florida to limit their legal obligation in case of an accident.
However, a liability waiver may not eliminate your ability to file a claim against the business in every circumstance. This article will outline when you may and may not be able to sue after signing a liability waiver in Florida. Continue reading “Can You Sue if You Signed a Liability Waiver in Florida?”
Dog bites are more common than you might think. An estimated 4.5 million people in the U.S. are bitten by dogs each year, and an estimated 19% of those bites require medical attention.
Given the prevalence of dog bites, it’s important for Floridians to understand the state’s dog bite and injury laws. Read on for a complete overview.
Florida is considered a strict liability state for dog bites, meaning that dog owners can be held legally liable for dog bites even if the victim can’t prove that the bite was a result of the owner’s negligence. Additionally, dog owners in Florida can be held liable for the damages related to a bite even if their dog doesn’t have a history of biting or hasn’t exhibited aggressive behaviors before. Continue reading “What You Need to Know About Dog Bite & Injury Laws in Florida”
Car accidents can have many possible causes, from distracted driving to road rage to inclement weather. In some cases, unfortunately, car accidents are caused by medical emergencies. These cases can raise several questions, namely who is at fault in the crash.
In this article, we’ll discuss how car accidents caused by medical emergencies are legally handled in the state of Florida.
Unexpected medical emergencies aren’t preventable, so drivers who experience a sudden medical emergency on the road may not be held liable for damages. Florida has a Sudden Emergency Doctrine, which is used to legally protect these drivers in court. Continue reading “Car Accidents Caused By a Medical Emergency”
With Florida’s beautiful year-round weather, it’s home to many cyclists. Unfortunately, bicycle accidents do happen and can cause significant injuries. If you’re struck while riding a bike, will your insurance cover your medical expenses?
Under Florida law, all drivers must obtain at least $10,000 in personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. Also known as no-fault auto insurance, this type of plan covers up to 80% of your medical bills and lost earnings after a crash, no matter which party is considered negligent. Continue reading “Will Insurance Cover Bicycle Accident Injuries?”
If you’re considering filing a lawsuit in Florida, you may be wondering about the information that could become a public record. In particular, many Florida clients inquire about whether settlements are public records. The answer to this question comes down to a few different factors, including the type of case, Florida state law, and whether the plaintiff agrees to an out-of-court settlement.
This article will cover the types of settlements that become public records in Florida.
First off, let’s clarify how settlements differ from legal verdicts. A settlement is a voluntary resolution that both parties agree to. Verdicts, on the other hand, are determined by a judge or jury during a court case. Continue reading “Are Settlements Public Record?”
Even for the most careful among us, injuries and accidents are par for the course. Since people get injured all the time, it can be difficult to differentiate between a normal injury and one that warrants a personal injury lawsuit. So, let’s go over some of the most common causes of personal injury accidents and when to consult an attorney for damages. Continue reading “What Are The Common Causes of Personal Injury Accidents?”
