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...
When it comes to your personal injury case, we typically face two eventual outcomes – either settle the case or go to trial. A well-negotiated settlement can leave you financially secure while ending your lawsuit quickly but runs the risk of undervaluing your claim....
Suffering severe injuries can have life changing consequences and often result in expensive medical bills, property damage, loss of income and other untold hardships. If someone else is at fault for your injuries, you shouldn’t have to bear these costs. However, once...
In a personal injury lawsuit, you may be entitled to both economic and non-economic damages. So, what does that actually mean? Economic damages are how you are compensated for actual losses that you have suffered. This can include lost wages, medical bills, and other...
While every medical malpractice lawsuit is different, all of them require expert witnesses. So, you might be asking yourself, why do I need an expert witness in my medical malpractice claim? Let’s get into it. Certificate of Merit In Florida, there is a lot at stake...
