A serious car or motorcycle accident can leave you with catastrophic injuries, piling medical bills or lost earning capacity. If your accident was caused by the negligence of another, you may be eligible for compensation to help with your losses. However, many people are unfamiliar with and overwhelmed by the legal process involved in both filing a suit and receiving a … [Read more...] about From Suing to Settlement: Resolving Your Car or Motorcycle Accident Case
Mediation: What it is and How it Works in Florida Personal Injury Cases
In Florida personal injury cases, opposing sides often find it difficult to resolve their differences in order to reach a settlement. For this reason, mediation is often used as a way for parties to communicate and, hopefully, come to a conclusion that satisfies both sides without going to court. What is Mediation? At its core, legal mediation serves as a negotiation between … [Read more...] about Mediation: What it is and How it Works in Florida Personal Injury Cases
Do I Really Need a Tampa Car Accident Attorney?
After a serious car accident, your mind is racing. The last thing you’ll likely be thinking about is hiring a lawyer to handle your case. However, in many situations, contacting an attorney is very important in giving your case the best opportunity for success. When is an Attorney Necessary? Hiring an attorney is not necessary for every accident. But as a general rule, you … [Read more...] about Do I Really Need a Tampa Car Accident Attorney?
How to File a Florida Injury Lawsuit for Nursing Home Abuse
When you make the decision to place your elderly loved one in the care of a nursing home or other healthcare facility, you are doing so with the trust that the caretakers will do all possible to keep your loved one safe and happy. Unfortunately, sometimes nursing homes fail to monitor staff or maintain a high standard of care, and nursing home abuse can often result from such … [Read more...] about How to File a Florida Injury Lawsuit for Nursing Home Abuse
Florida Supreme Court Strikes Down Damage Caps for Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
Earlier this year, the Florida Supreme Court decided that a Florida state cap on noneconomic damages for medical malpractice lawsuits was unconstitutional. Damage caps are put in place to limit the amount of compensation an individual can claim. Non-economic damages are those that cover any losses without a monetary value. For example, if you or a loved one falls victim … [Read more...] about Florida Supreme Court Strikes Down Damage Caps for Medical Malpractice Lawsuits