How to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents?   

2021-01-12T08:54:32-08:00January 12th, 2021|Categories: Personal Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

A pedestrian accident can leave you gravely injured, paralyzed, or emotionally scarred. No matter how strictly you follow the road safety measures, other road users may flaut the same laws and cause an accident.  In such a circumstance, a pedestrian accident attorney can help you out by ensuring that the careless party is held responsible for the damages caused as a result of their actions.    Why Prevention is Your Best Bet  The fatality rate of pedestrian accidents when trucks are involved is quite alarming. As such, it is always advisable to do your best to avoid getting into any accidents. Trucks are heavy and large, packing quite a punch when they collide with an unprotected human body. There are some simple guidelines provided by The National Safety Council to ensure that pedestrians [...]

8 Things You Can Do to Help Your Attorney After an Accident

2020-12-29T01:25:45-08:00December 29th, 2020|Categories: Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

Getting involved in a car accident is without a doubt one of the most stressful experiences that one can have in their lives. Apart from the physical injuries and emotional turmoil that you will undergo, the financial ramifications of a car crash can be enormous. If you have been involved in a motor accident, it is very important to seek medical assistance immediately to take care of the physical injuries and find a professional attorney to help you sort out the legal aspects of this ordeal. With the aid of competent personal injury attorney in Orlando, you can get all the help and guidance that you need when filing a compensation claim for the injury and loss experienced after a car accident. There are 8 things that you can do to help your [...]

Should I Try To Settle My Personal Injury Case Myself?

2020-11-11T23:22:40-08:00November 11th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

If you suffer a personal injury, especially a severe one, the first cause of action after getting treatment, of course, will probably be to file a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party. And seeing how medicare is expensive, chances are that your bank account will be running on the red by the time you start considering litigation. In that case, you may decide to save on legal fees and try to settle the case by yourself. But is this the right course of action? It is an open secret that insurance companies like to play dirty, particularly when the claimants are not well versed in legal affairs. They will use a myriad of tactics to frustrate and derail your case until you either give up or your resources get exhausted, which consequently [...]

How Do I Get Reimbursed for Medical Expenses If I Was Hit by An Uninsured Motorist? 

2020-10-27T17:39:03-07:00October 26th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , , |

Ideally (and legally), all vehicles on our roads should have valid auto insurance policies and there are plenty of laws to that respect even in Florida. However, there is always a disconnect between what the law states and what actually happens. For instance, in Florida, 1 in every 4 drivers are uninsured, which is not only against state law, but also an added risk to victims of accidents involving these drivers.  Indeed, if you get caught up in an accident involving an uninsured driver in Florida, your legal chances of getting compensation are very limited. It is thus advisable to work with a credible uninsured motorist accident attorney to increase your chances of successful litigation.    Compensation for Medical Expenses For Injuries Caused By Uninsured Drivers If you suffer an injury from the [...]

How Do I Request Changes to a Police Report After an Accident?

2020-10-13T19:43:02-07:00October 13th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , |

Car accidents, even minor ones, can be very unnerving. When caught up in one, it's very hard to be calm, even if you didn't sustain any serious injuries. The damages to your vehicle, and the thoughts of all the processes you will have to go through to obtain compensation, can drive you crazy. And that's not even the worst of it….. The chaos and tension that encompass a typical accident scene may also affect the collation of evidence and consequently the final police report. Really, you can't expect the cops to get everything right when the involved parties can't agree who is at fault and some of the witnesses are too shook to give accurate attestations. And while an inconsistent, or incomplete police report won't really matter in court, insurance companies may use [...]

Are Our Smart Devices Interfering With Our Safe Driving?

2020-09-24T00:31:34-07:00September 24th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

A common consensus amongst road safety experts is that the increasing proliferation of smart devices among drivers is mostly distractive and affects safe driving. Funny enough, all the problems caused by these smart devices can also be solved by other smarter devices.    The Extent of The Tech-Fueled Distracted Driving Problem  Distracted driving is an increasingly common cause of accidents on American highways which has resulted in numerous deaths and injuries over the recent past. Indeed, if you go to any highway - major or minor - across the country, and look closely at the traffic, you will note one or two drivers either talking over their phone, texting, or listening to music or podcasts over their car's 'infotainment' system, all while driving.  The use of navigation systems, like Google Maps and GPS [...]

How Posting to Social Media Can Affect Your Personal Injury Lawsuit

2020-09-01T06:07:15-07:00August 30th, 2020|Categories: Personal Injury|Tags: , |

Social media has quickly become the melting pot of all connections and communications. For many of us, hardly a day passes without posting photos, writing comments, or simply scrolling through social media.  However, all these seemingly harmless activities can greatly hurt your pending personal injury lawsuit case. The opposing party can use your postings to water down the case and reduce the amount of compensation you are eligible to get. The court or insurance agency may even deny your claim entirely depending on your postings. Considering this, it is only logical to take a social media break until you resolve your case. You should also ask your close friends, family and confidants not to post anything relating to the accident or you. The defendant’s attorney can be cunning and use any social media [...]

Timeline Of A Personal Injury Lawsuit

2020-07-10T21:11:54-07:00July 10th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , |

The outcome of a personal injury lawsuit is dependent on many different factors, which can only be analyzed on a case to case basis. On a general level, how long a case takes to conclude is largely dependent on the nature and extent of injuries and the relationship between concerned parties. On a more specific note, here are a couple of steps to take to ensure that the timeline of your personal injury lawsuit remains consistent and streamlined throughout. Seek Medical Assistance As soon as you get out of an accident scene, find a way to get to the hospital for treatment, even if you are not under any pain at the moment. An appointment with the doctor is key to having your injuries documented (which will help in the event of trial), [...]

What Should I Do If I Was Hurt in an Uber Accident?

2020-06-26T20:14:47-07:00June 26th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , |

Uber is one of the most popular ridesharing companies, if the current stats are anything to go by. The company has over 4 million drivers operating in 700 cities, with a customer base of approximately 103 million users. With the rising popularity of rideshare services, it is no surprise that accidents involving Uber drivers are on the increase. In case you are hurt in an Uber accident, you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately after seeking medical attention. The attorney will help determine whether you are entitled to compensation for damages or injuries. Urgent Action to Take After an Uber Accident Uber accidents are no different from any other accidents. Even though you are a passenger, it is important to report an accident immediately after it occurs.  Most Uber drivers are always [...]

How Does Wet Pavement Contribute to Accidents?

2020-06-08T23:12:31-07:00June 8th, 2020|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , , , |

According to statistics by US Climate Data, Orlando has approximately 114 rainy days with 52 inches of precipitation annually. With so many rainy days every year, weather related accidents are likely to occur due to the excessively wet conditions. Close to one-fourth of accidents in Orlando, happen because of bad weather. Wet pavement can contribute to or even cause some of these accidents. However, this does not mean that the driver is absolved from blame. In any case, it is the responsibility of the driver to drive safely regardless of the prevailing conditions.  If you are injured in an auto accident, you should contact a car accident lawyer immediately to help you file for compensation against the negligent driver for any loss or injuries. Understanding the Impact of Rainwater on Roadways Rainwater can [...]

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