Recent Blog Posts
Lifelong Care: The Intersection of Medical and Legal Issues
Injuries that once may have been deadly, particularly traumatic brain injuries, are often no longer fatal. However, the severity of these injuries and the advancement in treatment has resulted in an increase in personal injury victims’ needs for lifelong care. In addition, as treatment methods change, the cost of lifelong care also increases and… Read More »
Do You Have A Personal Injury Claim?
Every year, millions of people are injured through the negligence or recklessness of other individuals. In cases like those, it is common for there to be a personal injury claim, a request for compensation justified when a victim experiences injury or losses caused by somebody else’s conduct. Personal injury claims are made in auto… Read More »
Special Issues with Facial Injuries
Facial injuries can be devastating and traumatic. In the personal injury context, they are different from other types of injuries; the very appearance of a scar, a wound, or disfigurement may need to be compensated. Much more than visible damage to other parts of the body, facial injuries can cause emotional distress, affect quality… Read More »
Need to Sue the Government?
Not every personal injury case involves suing an individual or a business. For instance, medical malpractice at the hands of a VA doctor, an auto accident in a collision with some federal agents, or slipping and falling on government property could all potentially become personal injury cases against the government. Many people are under… Read More »
Rules of the Court
For many first time defendants, the idea of appearing before a court can be a daunting and nerve-wracking one. Even loved ones of a defendant can experience confusion and discomfort in assisting with defending charges and appearing in court. However, the rules of the courtroom are actually fairly simple, and a little familiarity with… Read More »
Wrongful Death Claims
Wrongful death occurs when a person dies as a result of someone else’s behavior. When this occurs, the victim’s surviving family and maybe others can bring claims for wrongful death. This provision is intended to hold individuals financially responsible for the harmful effects of their tortious behavior, and also to provide financial compensation for… Read More »
Valuing Personal Injury Cases
It may feel insensitive or callous to assign a monetary value to a personal injury, pain, or suffering. But when it comes to preparing to bring a personal injury claim, it may be necessary to at least build a general picture of what kinds of damages and in what amounts can be expected to… Read More »
Florida Cocaine Laws
Florida’s location at the southern tip of the country has made it somewhat of a popular spot for the importation of drugs, particularly for cocaine. The 1980s in Florida saw kilograms of cocaine drifting into Miami, along with finances and kingpins that eventually helped build the skyline of the city. And while the presence… Read More »
Facts about Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury is a serious injury that affects the entire life of a sufferer and their loved ones. What is traumatic brain injury, and what should individuals do if they or a loved one has suffered such an injury? Read below for a quick primer on a shockingly common type of personal injury…. Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Florida DUIs
Driving under the influence in Florida can carry heavy penalties. How does Florida define driving under the influence, what penalties exactly might an intoxicated driver face, and what happens to drivers of commercial motor vehicle licenses after a DUI charge? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Florida DUIs, along with… Read More »
