Category Archives: Personal Injury
PTSD and Florida Accident Recovery
After a life-threatening event, whether you were involved in an accident or witnessed it, it is common to experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or other forms of emotional distress. Physical injuries, including burns, cuts, and abrasions, are immediately visible, but emotional harm may not be noticed immediately. Emotional injuries can take years to heal,… Read More »
Florida Pedestrians Can Be Dangerous When Distracted
When the weather is pleasant, people often decide to enjoy the Florida sunshine with a walk around the neighborhood. Walking can be healthy, but it is also common for pedestrians to be distracted while walking, such as by their cell phones, which leads to risks. Pedestrians can be hurt while walking throughout cities and… Read More »
SOUTH VENICE AMMUNITION EXPLOSION CAUSES INJURIES AND AIRLIFT
Please be advised that on the afternoon of October 15, 2020, in the 100 block of Sunset Beach Drive near U.S. 41 in Venice, Sarasota County, Florida, there was an explosion and two-alarm fire in a household, causing at least two people serious injuries. The injured were airlifted to burn centers from the scene…. Read More »
What to Expect When Filing a Florida Personal Injury Claim
If you were injured in a Florida accident, you may need to file a personal injury claim to secure the financial compensation needed to pay hospital bills and recover from lost income. A claim is a way to hold the person or entity who was negligent responsible for your injuries and the expenses you… Read More »
Causes of Florida Boat Accidents and Injuries
With beautiful weather here in Florida, it makes sense that people go boating often. A fun activity that can provide relaxation, many enjoy spending their days on the water in Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, and Port Charlotte, to name a few great spots. There is much proof of this leisure activity happening across other areas… Read More »
What to Expect When Filing a Slip and Fall Case
When a slip and fall or a trip and fall happens, hopefully nobody is injured. But there are times when a fall leads to injury, hospital stays, and hefty medical bills. A lawsuit to recover damages may be possible if the event happened due to another’s negligence, such as by a property owner or… Read More »
Should I Ride My Motorcycle During Florida’s Hurricane Season?
Living in a warm climate allows motorcyclists to enjoy their bikes year-round, but the more time spent on a motorcycle, the more likely it is possible a crash can occur. Plus, inclement weather can exacerbate risks. For five months of the year, from June through November, Florida is in hurricane season. The height of… Read More »
Steps to Litigating a Personal Injury Case In Florida
Litigation is a term that refers to a case moving through the court process, starting with filing a personal injury claim and ending with a court decision. Sometimes, the litigation process is not necessary. There are times when a dispute can be resolved faster and at a lower cost through mediation or another form… Read More »
What Is a Personal Injury Claim?
When a person is injured due to another’s negligence, they often move forward with a personal injury claim. It is a way to seek compensation and to establish fault. A plaintiff is the individual who was injured and the defendant is the person who caused harm. The damage could have been deliberate, but in… Read More »
Sarasota Pedestrians and Right of Way
Some states are more dangerous statistically for pedestrians, and unfortunately Florida is one of them. While drivers are supposed to yield the right of way, they do not always do so. When crossing the street, individuals are struck every year. Distracted and reckless drivers can injure and kill pedestrians when they are not paying… Read More »
