Most drivers don’t realize their vehicle has been quietly documenting their trip. Event data recorders capture speed, braking patterns, steering inputs, and even whether seat belts were fastened in the moments before impact. This information can corroborate your account of what happened, refute false claims from other drivers, and provide objective proof when memories fade […]
When someone causes a collision because they were too tired to drive safely, the victims deserve to know their rights. Understanding how fatigue affects a driver’s ability to operate a vehicle and how to prove that exhaustion played a role in a crash can make the difference in securing fair compensation. How Fatigue Alters Brain […]
What Counts as a Pre-Existing Condition? A pre-existing condition is any injury, illness, or physical limitation you had before the accident. This covers a wide range of health issues: Old injuries from previous accidents or falls Degenerative disc disease or arthritis in your spine Chronic back or neck pain Previous surgeries that left lingering symptoms […]
When you’re injured in a crash, your medical bills get paid through different channels. You might use your personal injury protection coverage, your health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid. Each of these has different rules about whether they can demand reimbursement later. Understanding these rules makes the difference between keeping most of your settlement and watching […]
If you’ve been injured by someone driving a borrowed car, or if you own a vehicle that was involved in a crash while someone else was driving, understanding how this doctrine works can make the difference between recovering compensation and being left without recourse. What Is the Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine? Florida recognizes that motor vehicles […]
Boating accidents involve unique legal considerations including determining which law applies, federal maritime law for navigable waters or state law for inland lakes and rivers; identifying liable parties among boat operators, owners, rental companies, manufacturers, or government entities responsible for waterway maintenance; investigating causes including operator negligence, intoxication, excessive speed, inexperience, equipment failures, or dangerous […]
itial responses often request additional documentation or clarification about damages, treatment, or accident circumstances. Common response types include full settlement offers accepting liability and offering compensation, though usually less than demanded; partial offers acknowledging some liability but disputing damage amounts or causation; denials rejecting liability entirely and refusing compensation; and reservation of rights letters neither […]
This tax exemption applies whether you settle or win at trial. However, many settlement types are taxable, including emotional distress settlements without physical injury origins; employment discrimination, wrongful termination, or harassment claims; defamation or reputation damage settlements; breach of contract claims; and lost wages unrelated to physical injuries. Punitive damages always face taxation regardless of […]
However, settlements for non-physical injuries face taxation, including emotional distress without physical injury origins, defamation, discrimination, or wrongful termination claims. Punitive damages are always taxable regardless of claim type, as they’re meant to punish defendants rather than compensate actual losses. Lost wages settlements are taxable as they replace income that would have been taxed. Interest […]
When property conflicts arise, finding an experienced lawyer for real estate dispute resolution can make the difference between protecting your investment and suffering significant financial loss. Whether you’re facing boundary disagreements, contract breaches, title issues, or landlord-tenant conflicts, real estate disputes require specialized legal expertise to navigate successfully. Real estate law is complex, and property […]
