Personal Injury Attorney Blog
What You Need to Know About Auto Insurance in Florida
If you own a vehicle in Florida that is licensed to go on the streets (car, truck, motorcycle, golf cart or RV), you need to consider, and in some cases, you are required, to purchase insurance before registering your vehicle. In general Florida requires only Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Property Damage (PD) for a car or truck. Motorcycles do not require insurance. A golf cart does not require insurance, but slow speed vehicles...
Slip & Fall Accidents – Frequently Asked Questions
If you have slipped and fell on someone else’s property, you may be wondering about your legal rights and options. So, we thought we would answer them right here. I’ve been involved in a slip and fall accident, what do I do next? Slip and falls can occur anywhere and at any moment, regardless of age or ability. So, what should you do? First and foremost, if you’re hurt, don’t move, ask for help and wait until help arrives. If you’re not sure...
An Overview of Florida Punitive Damages
As the name suggests, punitive damages are meant to punish a defendant to force that defendant to change their behavior. But not everyone can ask for punitive damages. In fact, the requirements for eligibility are strict. Florida law allows punitive damages against a defendant only when they are guilty of intentional misconduct or gross negligence. In addition, unlike damages for simple negligence, you can bring a punitive damage claim after...
Dog Bite FAQs
If you or a loved one has ever been bitten or attacked by a dog, you are certainly aware of how traumatic an experience it can be. We see the results of these attacks when handling these dog bite cases, and some of the injuries are life altering. If you’re currently dealing with a dog bite, you probably have a lot of questions regarding your rights as a victim? Below, we’ve answered some of those and encourage you to speak directly with a...
What Does it Mean to Select Stacking on Your Car Insurance Policy?
According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), Florida leads the country with the highest percentage of uninsured drivers: 26.7%, which is substantially higher than the national average of around 13%. Not only is this illegal and dangerous but getting into an accident can be costly to all involved. Worse yet, many Florida drivers who are legally insured have minimal limits that cannot fully compensate you if you’re injured in a crash....