Category: Car Accidents

Every personal injury settlement is different, which makes arriving at an “average” figure difficult. Many factors affect the overall value of each unique whiplash claim, such as the severity of your injuries, insurance policy limits, and liability for the accident. If you’re curious about how much yours might be worth, get…

Florida law doesn’t expressly prohibit eating and driving. However, if eating while driving leads to distraction and dangerous or careless driving, it could result in an accident with injuries or fatalities. Multitasking might be a valued skill in today’s fast-paced society. But one place where it could be dangerous is…

Per the Insurance Information Institute, the average payout for car accident claims has increased steadily over a recent five-year period. In one year, the average bodily injury claim payout was $22,734 nationwide, while the average property damage claim settlement was $5,314. However, it’s worth noting that there is no “typical”…

All personal injury cases are governed by a deadline known as a statute of limitations. Failure to file your case before this deadline passes can have a devastating effect on your right to compensation. Among other things, missing the deadline nearly always results in your case being dismissed in court….

There are certain situations where drivers who are involved in a car accident will have completely different stories that they will tell their insurance companies or lawyers, making it difficult to tell who is actually at fault. Traffic accident reports are some of the best weapons that you can employ…

If you are hit by an uninsured motorist in Florida, you should call the police, try to get the other driver’s information, report the motor vehicle accident to your insurer, and contact a personal injury lawyer. Following these steps will improve your chances of recovering the compensation you need for…

Being involved in a car accident while pregnant can be an overwhelming experience. It can also be life-threatening to the mother and her unborn baby. If you find yourself in this situation, seek medical care attention immediately. Even if you think the accident was not serious, complications could develop in…

In Florida, your first option to pay for your medical bills after a car crash is your no-fault Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits. PIP benefits are required for all drivers, but they are not always enough. If PIP benefits are insufficient after a crash, you may be able to sue…

After a serious car accident, there’s nothing people want more than to heal from their injuries and move forward in life. But sky-high medical bills and lost wages from time off work can leave crash victims with significant financial hardships. Filing a car accident lawsuit in Florida may be your…

Whether or not Florida state law requires you to wear a seat belt while sitting in the back seat, it’s always a good idea to wear one anyway. Driving or riding in a car without a seat belt can be incredibly dangerous and could even cost you your life. Some…