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 […]
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 […]
If you have been involved in one of the hundreds of thousands of crashes on Florida roadways each year, you should know what your options are moving forward. This article will discuss some of the Florida car accident statutes you should be aware of. What to Do Immediately After You Are in an Accident Florida […]
Key Takeaways Anxiety after a car accident is a common issue that may require professional diagnosis and therapy to address effectively and is essential for securing compensation. Victims can claim compensation for emotional distress related to anxiety, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages, but must provide proper documentation and expert testimony. […]
The good news is that an insurance claim denial is not necessarily the end of the story. You can dispute a claim denial and appeal the decision if you feel it was in error. If the insurance company continues to deny your claim in bad faith, you may be able to initiate a formal lawsuit […]
In this blog post, we’ll discuss practical strategies that you can use to make sure that your adjuster takes your claim seriously and compensates you fairly. Get a Lawyer If you are filing an injury claim and want to maximize your chances of success, getting a qualified Florida personal injury lawyer is wise. An experienced […]
