An Overview of a Construction Accident in Florida (Part A)

Construction workers have some of the most dangerous occupations in our country. Although federal regulations and inspections help to cut down on construction accidents in Florida, they still occur with an unfortunate frequency. (more)

An Overview of a Construction Accident in Florida (Part B)

Liability for a construction accident in Florida is unique in that many parties may be involved in a construction project at any given time. This can create some confusion when determining which party may be held financially accountable in a Florida personal injury claim. (more)

Comparative Negligence in Florida (Part A)

While accidents can and do happen, most of the incidents that result in permanent or fatal injuries are a direct result of negligence. When that happens, those affected may be able to recover compensation for their injuries through a Florida personal injury claim. (more)

Comparative Negligence in Florida (Part B)

After a Florida accident results in serious injury, a Florida personal injury claim may be filed to potentially recover compensation for the damages you have suffered. In order to recover the full amount of damages to which you may be entitled, you will not only need to prove the fault of the other party, you’ll need to prove that you contributed as little to your injuries as possible. This is because Florida follows a comparative negligence system that looks at the degree of fault of all partie (more)

Elements of Establishing Negligence in Florida (Part A)

Many people have successfully pursued compensation from a negligent party after an accident through filing a Florida personal injury claim. Your South Florida personal injury lawyer can look at the specifics of your case and talk to you about establishing negligence in your claim. (more)

Elements of Establishing Negligence in Florida (Part B)

After you have proven that the defendant owed you a duty of care and then breached that duty of care, you’ll need to move to the third aspect of establishing negligence in a Florida personal injury claim, which is proving “cause in fact”. This means that but for the defendant’s actions, your injuries would not have occurred. (more)

Overview of a Florida Personal Injury Lawsuit (Part A)

When you have suffered a serious injury in an accident caused by another party, you may choose to file a Florida personal injury claim. This is typically done through the liable individual or company’s insurance company. Filing a successful Florida personal injury claim may allow you to recover lost wages, medical expenses, disability as well as pain and suffering and other related accident expenses. (more)

Overview of a Florida Personal Injury Lawsuit (Part B)

The primary objective when filing a Florida personal injury lawsuit is to recover acceptable damages for the injuries and losses you sustained. This is commonly known as a settlement. (more)

Slip and Fall Accidents in Florida (Part A)

Slip and fall accidents fall under the legal umbrella of premises liability. Just as the name implies, a slip and fall accident happens when an individual slips (or trips) and falls on someone else’s premises/property. As a result, the owner of the property in question may be held responsible for any injuries you sustain. (more)

Slip and Fall Accidents in Florida (Part B)

If a hazardous condition existed for a long period of time, the property owner is expected to have known about it and have made an attempt to correct the situation. In some cases, you may be able to indicate that a property owner violated a legal requirement such as a city or state building code. (more)

Spinal Cord Injury as the Result of a Serious Florida Accident (Part A)

Dealing with a spinal cord injury after a serious Florida accident can be a devastating experience. You will be required to undergo long-term medical care and will need to relearn how to perform daily activities. Paralysis can also occur from the injury, causing the loss of arm and/or leg movement. (more)

Spinal Cord Injury as the Result of a Serious Florida Accident (Part B)

Spinal cord injuries fall into one of two categories: complete and incomplete. If a person experiences a complete spinal cord injury, he or she will lose all feeling or movement below the site of the injury. In the case of an incomplete spinal cord injury, a person may still experience some sensation or be able to move his or her limbs below the injury site. (more)

Stages of a Florida Personal Injury Claim (Part A)

When you've sustained severe injuries in an accident that resulted from another person's negligence, you may pursue compensation through a Florida personal injury claim. The majority of Florida personal injury claims require dedicated attention and proper legal guidance. The claims process involves several stages, each presenting unique legal challenges. It is a job better left to an experienced Ft. Lauderdale personal injury attorney who can evaluate your claim and facilitate your achieving the (more)

Stages of a Florida Personal Injury Claim (Part B)

Without proper evidence, your Florida personal injury claim may be unfounded. Therefore, collecting all the possible evidence from the beginning phase of the accident is crucial. Evidence typically includes photographs of your property damage and injuries, a police report, eyewitness statements, medical bills, etc. (more)

Steps to Preserve a Florida Personal Injury Claim (Part A)

After an accident, it is difficult to compose yourself and think clearly about what really happened or what the outcome of the accident will be. If you have suffered a serious injury and are considering pursuing a personal injury claim in Florida, you need to take the proper steps to preserve the integrity of your claim. (more)

Steps to Preserve a Florida Personal Injury Claim (Part B)

After an accident, things can get displaced, which makes it hard to preserve everything in a single location. However, it is important that you save any physical evidence that may help to prove the other party’s negligence concerning your accident. For example, if you were involved in a car accident, you should maintain the damage by avoiding repairs or alterations or take multiple photographs of the damage prior to repair. (more)

What to Do After a South Florida Car Accident (Part A)

Being involved in a car accident can be a frightening and disorienting experience. However, your actions following a car accident are important, because they help determine your success or failure in a Florida personal injury claim (more)

What to Do After a South Florida Car Accident (Part B)

In a South Florida car accident claim, it is literally your words against those of the defendant. The only objective proof will be the evidence you’ve collected after the accident (more)