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 What are Pain and Suffering Damages?

2020-04-29T00:00:07-07:00April 29th, 2020|Categories: Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

Getting involved in a car accident can leave one with severe injuries that require urgent medical attention. This may not only lead to high medical costs but also incapacitate the victim, making them unable to work. If you've suffered personal injury due to the negligence of a driver, you are eligible for compensation for all pain and suffering that you have been subjected to.  Generally, personal injury claims involve special and general compensation. Special damages are typically regarded as economic and are assigned a specific dollar value. Medical bills, for example, are determined by the value of the services rendered by medical institutions such as hospitals.    What Are Non-Economic Damages? Non-economic damages are essentially those that don’t have a specific dollar value. These are also referred to as general damages or intangible [...]

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How Safe are Teenage Drivers? 

2020-04-13T18:00:11-07:00April 13th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , |

Each year, the number of teenage drivers on the roads increases exponentially. While this allows teenagers to enjoy more freedom and autonomy, it also poses serious safety risks both to the young drivers as well as other road users.  According to statistics by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle-related accidents are the primary cause of death for teenagers in the United States. Every year, car crashes account for over 2000 deaths, and hundreds of thousands of teens incur serious injuries. These shocking statistics undoubtedly reveal how road safety is still a major problem for teenage drivers in the US.   What are Some of the Causes of Teenage Driving Accidents? Reports by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety indicate that nearly 57% of teen-related motor vehicle accidents directly result from distracted [...]

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Top Mistakes To Avoid on Auto Accident Injury Claims

2020-04-01T20:01:56-07:00March 30th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

Auto accidents are somewhat unavoidable. If you’re constantly on the road, you may find yourself involved in one, whether due to your own actions, or another person’s negligence. Of course, your first concern should be your health, after which you should pursue compensation from the person(s) at fault for the accident. As you proceed with your personal injury suit, you need to avoid the following mistakes if you intend to achieve a favorable outcome:   Failing to File a Police Report In Florida, the law requires everyone involved in an accident that leads to death or injuries to file a police report within the shortest time possible. A police report will essentially give important details of the crash, including the main culprits, and the injuries suffered. This can help you prove to a [...]

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Does It Hurt My Case if I Delay Seeing a Doctor After an Accident?

2020-02-18T02:14:45-08:00February 18th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , |

Car accidents are always on the horizon for every driver, no matter how careful one may be. One minute you can be cruising the highway at the recommended speed, and the next minute you are in a hospital ward surrounded by your family members. It is therefore essential to know your options, as well as your legal obligations in case you're involved in a car accident. So Why Should you Seek Medical Help Immediately After an Accident? Not all road accidents result in fatal injuries. When you get away with a few cuts and bruises, you will probably be tempted to buy some painkillers instead of going all the way to the hospital. However, it is in your best interest to visit a doctor immediately after coming out of the accident. For one, [...]

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What is Distracted Driving?

2020-02-11T03:37:44-08:00February 11th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , , |

We live in an age where people just can't keep their phones down, even when on the road! Despite having fewer road accidents compared to the past - thanks to advanced and responsive vehicle safety features - distracted driving still poses a huge threat to all road users. So why is it a major concern? Distracted Driving: The Statistics The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that 9 people lose their lives every day, while over 1,000 sustain injuries from accidents arising from distracted driving. Worryingly, due to increased smartphone penetration, these numbers are only set to rise, as many drivers can't seem to keep their phones down when driving.   Types of Distracted Driving Distracted driving can be broken down into several categories, depending on the type and nature of distraction involved. These [...]

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What to do if Your Child is Injured at School

2020-01-12T08:03:42-08:00January 12th, 2020|Categories: Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , |

Childhood injuries are a common occurrence both at home and school. By the time your child reaches school-going age, you have probably dealt with minor injuries from falls, slips and other small accidents at home. The situation at school is not any different as your child may get an injury while on a field trip, during recess or even on the bus. With that said, contacting a personal injury attorney can help you seek legal redress in case your child sustains an injury while at school. It is however important to note that school injury claims are quite challenging, given the unique legal aspects involved. Therefore, knowing your options can go a long way to help you handle the case calmly and effectively.   Filing a Personal Injury Claim Government agencies and institutions [...]

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What You Need To Know About Motorcycle Insurance in Florida

2019-12-21T06:05:38-08:00December 19th, 2019|Categories: Motorcycle Accident, Personal Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

Choosing the right motorcycle insurance is an absolute necessity for any rider. Unfortunately, most motorcycle owners lack information on motorcycle insurance, which makes them a target for unscrupulous insurance agents.  Without a complete coverage, you may find yourself burdened with many expenses to pay in the event of an accident. It is therefore important to evaluate all the options available, and choose the best insurance cover for you.  Does Insurance Cover Personal Injury and Property Damage Motorcycle insurance policies generally cover both your body and your bike. In case you get involved in an accident and you are not at fault, the insurance cover will provide extra compensation for your injuries if the other party's insurance is not sufficient to cover the cost. Motorcycle riders often make the mistake of purchasing 'full coverage' [...]

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Top Mistakes New Drivers Make

2019-12-08T05:45:22-08:00December 8th, 2019|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , , , |

Learning to drive can be both exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. As a new driver, you not only need to know how your car functions but also be familiar with the numerous written and unwritten rules that motorists are expected to follow. If you are an inexperienced driver, you may be highly susceptible to making some errors, which most driving veterans have learned to avoid. Today, we are going to look at some of the mistakes that many new drivers make, and why it is important to learn how to avoid them. Phone Usage while Driving Although most motorists are aware that using the phone while driving is potentially dangerous, many fledgling drivers are usually ignorant about the risks involved. The truth of the matter is that using the phone while [...]

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Workers’ Comp Claims Won’t Wait for You

2019-11-22T05:40:50-08:00November 22nd, 2019|Categories: Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation|Tags: , , |

Getting injured at work can greatly affect not only your physical and financial well being, but also your peace of mind. Unfortunately, most employees are not well informed on the appropriate measures to take when claiming compensation for their work-related injuries. So, what steps should you follow when seeking compensation for a work-related injury? Well, firstly, you need to report any personal injury accidents at work to your immediate supervisor. This is absolutely important even in cases where the injury is minor, and does not require immediate medical attention. In addition to this, you should ensure that you document the report by submitting a First Report of Injury sheet and informing your boss about the injury, either via email or text message. Furthermore, you should make sure that there are eyewitnesses (such as [...]

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Civil Liability for Pedestrian Car Accidents

2019-10-17T19:13:25-07:00October 17th, 2019|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

As the roads become even more dangerous due to overcrowding and increasingly reckless drivers, pedestrian accidents have become a common occurrence. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 4,700 pedestrians died from car accident injuries in 2013. This means one pedestrian was killed every 2 hours. The CDC further reports that the number of pedestrians who were injured or treated for non-fatal injuries (in the same year) was above 150,000. Moreover, CDC estimates that the probability of pedestrians getting killed in a car accident 1.5 times higher than any occupants in the car. And as you would expect, most of the reported pedestrian car accidents occur in urban areas, mostly at night. So, is there any hope? Legally, people who lose their close family members, or pedestrians who [...]

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