If you have been injured in an accident and have filed a claim or lawsuit against the negligent party’s insurance company in order to obtain compensation for your damages, you may not think your social media will affect your claim. However, social media can be a detriment when it comes to your case. Any new
Surprise Medical Bills Injuries after accidents often require emergency medical treatment. While these treatments are absolutely necessary for someone who has suffered an injury from an accident, stressful medical bills may accumulate as a result. Nearly two-thirds of all bankruptcies filed in the United States are tied to medical expenses and 1 in 5 emergency
Recent Train Accidents in South Florida Over the last month, cameras at railroad crossings have shown motorists and pedestrians continuing to drive and walk through railroad crossings that were lowering or already lowered. These sometimes split-second decisions in South Florida have led to deadly crashes. Recently, two siblings were killed when the brother drove around
How car accidents are filed with insurance companies in Florida Florida is a no-fault state, meaning that typically, the auto insurance companies will cover medical expenses and property damages associated with a car accident. The at-fault driver’s insurance company is responsible for paying their property and medical expenses, according to the insurance plan, while the
Thousands of people are injured every year as a result of slip and fall accidents. These accidents may be at a business, in an apartment building, or outside, such as near a construction site or on a sidewalk, for example. But what the settings often have in common is that the accident occurred on someone
A personal injury case typically occurs when a person’s negligence causes an accident that leads to another person becoming injured. The injured person has quantifiable damages, such as medical expenses and lost wages, and then files a lawsuit against the person who caused the accident. If the defendant is found liable for damages the plaintiff
Personal injury claims often result in damages. Damages are monetary awards given to the victim whose injury or accident was caused by another person or entity’s negligence. The amount of damages that are awarded, in other words, the monetary compensation, generally depends on the severity of the injuries, the cost of medical treatment, the amount
Sports injuries may occur in youth, teen, amateur or professional sports. The injuries may be traumatic or occur after overuse. Lawsuits filed because of a sports injury typically come about after a traumatic injury, however, rather than an injury caused by overuse over an extended period of time. The injured participant may file a civil
What are my legal options after my loved one has died in a car accident? Thinking about legal options after a loved one has tragically passed away in a car accident is a difficult step to take. A family may be unsure how to emotionally and financially deal with their loss. Further, filing a lawsuit
The life of a truck driver is fraught with potential hazards, not least of which arise from the very nature of the job. Long hours on the road increase the risk of accidents, leading to a variety of common injuries for truck drivers. Understanding when to seek legal support is crucial for ensuring your rights
