Drunk driving accidents cause untold damage to victims and their families, both physically and emotionally. While it can be difficult for those affected to put a dollar amount on the damages caused by such an event, certain compensation amounts are associated with drunk driving-related incidents. Understandably, you will want to know how much compensation you…
Drunk driving accidents occur with alarming regularity in the state of Florida. Approximately 30% of all fatal car accidents in the state are caused by drunk drivers. A greater percentage of injury accidents involve alcohol as well.
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Whether you’re involved in a premise liability case or a slip and fall case, these types of lawsuits can be strenuous and stressful for the parties involved. While these cases may be similar, they have different elements that are important to be aware of if you’re looking to file or have been summoned as a defendant. Having an attorney who is well-versed in premise liability law and slip and fall cases is imperative to achieve a successful outcome.
Determining liability in a motorcycle crash in Florida depends on several factors to decide who was negligent. Negligence is a key factor in any motorcycle and car accidents and personal injury claims. All drivers are required to operate their vehicle or motorcycle in a responsible manner. When they do not, they can be held accountable for their negligence.
It can be tricky to know which car insurance coverage is best for your needs. While some policies only cover the bare minimum, others include additional coverage, like injuries or property damage caused by hit-and-run accidents. Our Tampa car accident attorneys share what you need to know about hit-and-run accident insurance.
Every year, millions of older adults require medical care for injuries from falls. Although older adults are more vulnerable, slips and falls also affect children and younger adults. Retail workers risk suffering slip and fall injuries, and consumers can also be injured. Injuries from falls are the top reason people seek emergency room medical treatment, sending more than eight million people to ERs each year.
Motorcycle accident and fatality rates have been on the rise over the past couple of years. According to recent data, 2020 saw the highest rate of motorcycle fatalities in ten years with a recorded 5,579 deaths.
Despite being far less crashworthy than traditional closed vehicles, the very nature of a motorcycle’s design, its reduced visibility to other drivers, and the overall safety risks a motorcyclist faces all result in high injury rates when a crash occurs.
Being the victim of a motorcycle accident is a traumatic experience. The aftermath of the accident doesn’t make it any easier. Knowing what to do after a collision may be daunting and overwhelming; however, there are certain steps that need to be taken to protect yourself legally and medically.
Head-on collisions can be dangerous and deadly car accidents. Determining who is at fault for the collision may seem straightforward. However, it can also be complicated when there are extenuating circumstances to consider. As such, knowing what to do after a head-on collision and how a car accident lawyer can help is essential.
