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If I Was Injured Due to a Broken Piece of Concrete, Can I Sue the City?

2022-09-22T23:47:22-07:00September 22nd, 2022|Categories: Florida Law, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

Slip and fall accidents are a common occurrence in many American cities, and the state of Florida is no exception. These accidents are caused mainly by potholes, broken pieces of concrete, uneven sidewalks, and damaged ramps.  According to a survey conducted by the United States Department of Transportation on 7,500 victims, nearly a quarter of the respondents said they had tripped on damaged or uneven sidewalks.  Considering how common these accidents are, you might be wondering what legal options you can pursue if you are seriously injured in one. According to the law, slip and fall accidents in public spaces can be prosecuted legally as liability claims. Examples of liability claims include injuries from tripping on cracked concrete and uneven sidewalks, slipping on wet or slippery floors in supermarkets, or tripping and falling [...]

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What You Can Do to Help Your Lawyer After an Accident

2022-09-12T17:54:41-07:00September 12th, 2022|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , |

Getting involved in a car accident poses a risk of serious physical injuries with lifelong consequences.  For this reason, it is critical to enlist an experienced auto accident attorney to help you fight your case in court after an accident.  Hiring a qualified attorney allows you to defend yourself against big insurers who may come after you and increases your chances of receiving the compensation you are owed for the losses and injuries suffered.  Here are a few things you can do to help your case following a car accident:   Stay on the Scene of the Accident Fleeing the scene of a car accident is prohibited by law and can also be perceived as implicit guilt on your part.  If you are involved in a car accident, you should stay on the [...]

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How Are Injuries Handled Legally When They Occur at a Festival or Fair?

2022-08-15T17:54:08-07:00August 15th, 2022|Categories: Personal Injury, Premises Liability|Tags: , , |

After a big lull occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic, live festivals and fairs are back in season, and as the summer continues, the event schedule will be packed. With concertgoers having missed out for almost two years, excitement for upcoming festivals is immense, and organizers will undoubtedly look to impress. If you plan to attend an upcoming festival or fair, you will naturally be looking to enjoy yourself, make memories, and possibly meet new people. Indeed, you will most likely come out of the event with a smile, with no regrets in your mind. Nonetheless, as safe as modern festivals and fairs are advertised to be, there has been a worrying increase in the number of dangerous accidents happening during these events. For instance, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USPC) estimated [...]

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What Steps Should You Take if Your Child Gets Hurt at School?

2022-08-02T19:55:48-07:00August 2nd, 2022|Categories: Personal Injury, Premises Liability|Tags: , , |

School is incredibly beneficial to children on both academic and personal fronts. However, it is essential to note that millions of kids get injured in school, sometimes due to their recklessness or that of their friends. It may also occur due to negligence by the teachers or school administration. If your child is involved in an accident at school, you may be liable for compensation, depending on the incident's circumstances. However, personal injury suits involving children are not as easy to win as they appear.  This is mainly because adults may not be present at the accident scene. Moreover, children are generally poor at preserving evidence and may not recall everything that occurred.  All said, it is still possible to have a successful claim. Getting a credible personal injury lawyer is naturally the [...]

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What is the Process Regarding a Truck Accident Claim

2022-07-18T17:10:59-07:00July 18th, 2022|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

Truck accidents are rare but deadly when they happen. If you lost a loved one or got hurt in a truck accident, you probably wonder where to start in your quest for compensation. Luckily, the claims process, in this case, is similar to those of other types of vehicle accidents.  However, some procedures are unique to truck accidents due to the commercial nature of the trucking business. As such, understanding these distinct aspects is key to the success of your claim.   Why and How Are Truck Collisions Different From Ordinary Car Crashes? Trucks and tractors are subject to the same traffic laws as other cars. However, commercial trucks are also subject to additional laws meant to protect their drivers and other road users. The most stringent of these truck-specific laws include clauses [...]

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Things You Should Not Do When Filing a Product Liability Claim

2022-07-05T17:58:10-07:00July 5th, 2022|Categories: Personal Injury, Product Liability|Tags: , , |

Product liability is one of the least understood concepts of personal injury litigation, primarily because most people don’t think they can take on multi-billion dollar companies.  However, it is possible to sue a manufacturer or distributor and win some damages if you can prove that you were hurt by a product you bought from them. For instance, you can file a product liability claim when a toy hurts your child, a drug causes unintended and dangerous side effects, or when a design defect in your car causes an accident.  Product liability claims are very sensitive, and your entire case could crumble off a single mistake on your side. Therefore, you must avoid doing certain things before and during your case to prevent such a situation. Below are four of them.   Do Not [...]

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Who Will Pay My Medical Bills if I Was in a Motorcycle Accident With a Car?

2022-06-20T17:18:17-07:00June 6th, 2022|Categories: Motorcycle Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

It is universally held that the party responsible for any accident compensates everyone who suffers injury or property loss.  Nonetheless, apportioning liability in a personal injury claim can be a drawn-out process. We recommend hiring a personal injury attorney to argue your case. The attorney will advise you on your legal options and help evaluate all parties that might have caused the accident.   Determining Who Was At Fault For Your Accident There are various ways you can identify the guilty party. These include:  Police Accident Reports They are often regarded as the most objective view of the accident situation. The best part is that almost all police reports conclude with the investigating officer's opinion on who caused the accident.  However, it is essential to note that police reports are not always correct [...]

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How Can You Make The Most of a Complimentary Consultation?

2022-06-14T00:38:31-07:00June 1st, 2022|Categories: Office News|Tags: , , |

Legal cases, and the unpredictability of their outcomes, can be frightening. As such, speaking to a lawyer before starting any legal proceedings can significantly improve your chances of successful litigation.  At The Law Offices of Payas, Payas, and Payas, we offer a complimentary consultation for new clients to help you decide your course of action. To get the best out of this meeting, here are a few things you can try:   Be Specific  Attorneys are typically very busy, and consultations with them are likely to be short. So, during a legal consultation, ensure you only discuss your case's specific circumstances and not legal generalities. This way, the attorney can give you more practical and effective advice. To ensure they get as much relevant information as possible from clients, most attorneys use questionnaires, [...]

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Is it Risky to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?

2022-05-31T18:36:44-07:00May 30th, 2022|Categories: Florida Law, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

With all the bad reputation that lawyers get, it is not uncommon for people involved in accidents to downplay the benefits of hiring personal injury attorneys. Indeed, many people receive significant settlements from insurance companies without any legal representation. What's more, no law in Florida requires plaintiffs in personal injury claims to have lawyers. Hiring a seasoned personal injury lawyer can make a big difference to your suit and earn you even more significant settlements if the facts are on your side.   What Are The Costs of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer? Contrary to the famous assertion, our law firm doesn't charge upfront fees to represent you. Instead, we work on a contingency basis. That is, our fees are indicated as a percentage of the settlement you will receive. Our paycheck fully [...]

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How Can Faulty Tires Cause Car Accidents?

2022-05-03T17:46:54-07:00May 3rd, 2022|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

Faulty or defective tires are always a powder keg. In particular, they can easily cause you to lose control of the car and go crashing into other vehicles, buildings, people, or even ditches.  Even worse, there’s little you can do to prevent an accident since the tires can fail without warning. Before we get to the legal options available (if you are caught up in an accident involving defective tires), we must first look at how such tires cause accidents.   Possible Causes of Defective Tires There are so many potential causes of defects in tires. The first and increasingly common cause is manufacturer errors. These are typically caused by poor designs or substandard materials in manufacturing.  The tires could collapse or blow up when exposed to pressure in such a scenario. In [...]

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