Tag Archives: Miami Personal Injury Attorney
Protect Yourself from Florida’s Uninsured Drivers
Florida has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the United States. Nearly a quarter of Florida drivers do not have car insurance. This means that when an uninsured driver causes a car accident, there is no coverage available for injured drivers or passengers to pursue in a personal injury lawsuit. The… Read More »
Driver Errors and Semi Truck Accidents
A semi truck/car accident can happen without warning and the results can be life changing for everyone involved. They can leave victims with serious spinal brain and neck injuries; sadly, they often result in fatalities. When pursuing a personal injury claim after a semi truck accident, the key issue is almost always determining who… Read More »
Understanding Hit and Run Accidents in Florida
Victims of hit and run car accidents often suffer severe injuries that permanently change their lives. Hit and run accidents are particularly dangerous since it may take longer for victims to receive help for their injuries when a driver leaves the scene of the accident. In many cases, the driver who caused the accident… Read More »
Miami Semi Truck Driver involved in Lake Placid Accident
A semi truck, driven by a Miami native, struck and killed an 85-year-old man recently. The victim’s 2003 Mercury pulled into the semi truck’s path at the intersection of U.S. 27 and Main Avenue. While police are still investigating the cause of the accident, witnesses informed police that the victim’s car pull into the… Read More »
Uninsured Motorist Insurance Protects You and Your Family
If you were in an accident with an uninsured driver and you don’t have uninsured motorist coverage (UM coverage), you may find it difficult to seek compensation for unexpected medical expenses, lost wages, and other non-economic damages (e.g. permanent disability). While you may have auto and medical insurance to cover many of your expenses,… Read More »
Boating Accidents: The Complication Of Proving Negligence
Boating on the open water provides year-round fun in Florida. But when accidents happen, the fun stops and the process of recovering from an injury begins. Part of the recovery process may include filing a personal injury claim to seek compensation for injuries. While boating claims are similar to other types of personal injury… Read More »
The NICA Claims vs Medical Malpractice Claims
Florida created the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Act (NICA) in 1988. The NICA establishes a special fund that allows parents to seek financial compensation for their child’s birth injury. NICA funds provide an exclusive remedy that can only be used for certain types of birth injuries. Figuring out if you eligible to file… Read More »
Commercial Airline Accidents
Commercial airlines provide one of the safest and fastest ways to travel. In fact, the latest global airline safety report reported that there were a total of 90 commercial airlines accidents in 2013; and only nine of the 90 accidents were fatal. Additionally, a complex set of federal and state laws regulate airlines to… Read More »
Elder Abuse in Florida
Elder abuse, or mistreatment, results from intentional actions, or inactions, which harm the elderly person or which can create a serious risk for harm for the elderly person. The elderly are vulnerable to their caregivers whether they are a spouse, children, extended family or nursing home professionals. Nearly 10% of elderly in nursing homes… Read More »
A Guide to Bicycle Accidents
In 2012, 120 bicyclists died in traffic accidents Florida. In fact, Florida’s death rate for cyclists is three times higher than the national rate. Often times, cyclists do not pursue a personal injury claim after a collision. As a cyclist, you should know that you have rights. And, if you plan on riding your… Read More »