It’s rare to find someone that is completely off the grid. In fact, according to the Pew Research Center, it’s become a daily routine for more than half of all Americans. Social media connects, entertains, informs and inspires. But before you hit the ‘submit’ button, consider this: your social media can actually hurt your accident …
Self-driving Cars And Liability In Auto Accidents
It’s a test of human error versus autonomous driving technology. When it comes to discussions around who’s the better driver, autonomous vehicle proponents including Google, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz and Tesla have maintained that self-driving vehicles are safer than human drivers. The companies champion their vehicles’ intuitive, responsive sensors and manufactured inability to focus on anything …
Recovering Damages In A Personal Injury Claim
To most people, gauging the success of a lawyer and their firm is measured by how much compensation they can get for their client’s injuries. While an attorney cannot help you physically heal from injuries incurred from another’s negligence, what they can do is recover financial compensation in the form of damages. In Florida, damages …
What Happens When Your Property Damages Exceed Third-Party Coverage Limits
Repairs to your vehicle or other property after a car accident can be costly. In addition to PIP, all Florida auto insurance policy holders must carry the minimum state required property damage liability coverage of $10,000. This coverage is meant to be used if you caused an accident and must pay for repairs to the …
The Litigation Process Of A Personal Injury Claim
Many personal injury claims resolve and settle before ever going to court. However, when good faith negotiations fail, and someone feels like they are still not being offered enough to compensate them for their medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering, a lawsuit is sometimes the most effective course of action. The process that eventually …
Myths and Misconceptions About: Full Coverage Car Insurance
There are many myths and misconceptions about personal injury law and the car accident claims process. In this series, we address the myths and misconceptions about liability, property damage, insurance coverage, rental cars, attorney fees and attorney retention. Myth My insurance company sold me full coverage car insurance, so I’m completely protected. Fact The only …
Myths And Misconceptions About: Car Accident Liability
There are many myths and misconceptions about personal injury law and the car accident claims process. In this series, we address the myths and misconceptions about liability, property damage, insurance coverage, rental cars, attorney fees and attorney retention. Myth The other driver hit me. Everything should come from their insurance. Fact When you purchase auto …
Myths and Misconceptions About: Rental Cars
There are many myths and misconceptions about personal injury law and the car accident claims process. In this series, we address the myths and misconceptions about liability, property damage, insurance coverage, rental cars, attorney fees and attorney retention. Misconception I am entitled to a rental if I am in an accident. Fact You are only …
Myths and Misconceptions About: Switching Lawyers
There are many myths and misconceptions about personal injury law and the car accident claims process. In this series, we address the myths and misconceptions about liability, property damage, insurance coverage, rental cars, attorney fees and attorney retention. Misconception I can’t change attorneys once I have hired one to represent me. Fact You can change …
Myths and Misconceptions About: Lawyer Fees
There are many myths and misconceptions about personal injury law and the car accident claims process. In this series, we address the myths and misconceptions about liability, property damage, insurance coverage, rental cars, attorney fees and attorney retention. Misconception All attorneys are money-hungry and get paid no matter the outcome of a case. Fact Before …