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FLORIDA PERSONAL INJURY THRESHOLDS
The State of Florida, contrary to some opinions, doesn’t encourage lawsuits over personal injuries. Nonetheless, these are still the most common type of lawsuit in Florida, by far. Even though about 95% of personal injury claims settle out of court, the courts’ caseloads are heavy. They’d be even heavier without personal injury thresholds. Florida’s so-called … Read more
CANNABIS IMPAIRMENT AND LIABILITY
Florida is now one of 33 states that permit the use of cannabis (marijuana) for medical purposes. Governor Ron De Santis plans to press for a further easing of restrictions on medical marijuana. Whatever one’s own opinion of cannabis, it’s clear that use is on the rise in our state. It’s also clear that cannabis impairs cognitive functions … Read more
TRUCK ACCIDENTS – WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
A fully-loaded large semi-trailer is 40 tons of machine and cargo hurtling down the highway at 70 mph. Some see it as a majestic icon of industry and prosperity. Others regard large trucks as a noisy, smelly nuisance on the roads. They are terrifying to more than a few motorists. Not without reason, either. Obviously a … Read more
WHY SETTLE FOR LESS?
Settle a personal injury claim, or go to trial? This is the question. Since 95% of personal injury cases never go to trial, it’s apparently not hard to answer. The answer’s nearly always “settle.” The factors that decision’s based on are, bottom line, economic. That’s not to say emotion doesn’t play a role. It surely … Read more
JUDGE OR JURY?
The question of “judge or jury” doesn’t come up often. Most personal injury claims – around 95%, in fact- are settled without a trial. The main incentive to settle is economic. Taking a case to trial is very, very costly and slow. Legal fees mount up. The courts’ case schedules are backlogged for many months, … Read more
PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENTS
Florida, sadly, is always one of the top three states for pedestrian accidents and fatalities. Pedestrians are hit by cars here every day. Walking in Florida is about as risky as walking gets in America. Victims of pedestrian accidents are almost certain to need the help of dedicated, experienced pedestrian accident attorneys. PEDESTRIANS HIT BY CARS: THE NUMBERS … Read more
DON’T MAKE MISTAKES AFTER AN ACCIDENT
The aftermath of a car accident can be rough. The more serious the injury or damage, the harder this period is. These are uncharted waters for most people. Moreover, the financial issues hang overhead like a dark cloud. Insurers, the source of financial relief, don’t want to pay out. What’s more, everyone fears that the … Read more
INJURED ON THE JOB?
In most cases, an employee’s remedies for workplace injuries have to come through Florida’s Workers’ Compensation law. It’s a “no-fault” law. The benefits an injured employee can get have nothing to do fault. Moreover, the benefits are strictly economic. They cover medical and rehab expenses. The benchmark income benefit is two-thirds of lost wages. The money comes from … Read more
WRONGFUL DEATH
Life is a fragile thing. Sometimes personal injury leads to the worst outcome of all. We’re all mortal. We all must pass away some time. Usually, the circumstances are natural and normal. Sometimes, however, a fatality is due to the wrongful or negligent act of another person. In such cases, the law may allow a … Read more
DRAM SHOP AND SOCIAL HOST LIABILITY
Holiday festivities and good cheer in America mean the adult beverages flow freely. There are more impaired drivers on the roads. Intoxication inevitably causes accidents. The good news is drunk driving fatalities are now half of what they were in 1980. However, there are still about 30 each day. About 65% of Americans will be … Read more
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