Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQ: Truck Accidents I was involved in a Trucking Accident and the driver of the truck is claiming it’s my fault. What can I do to prove it wasn’t?
Commercial truck drivers clearly spend a great deal of time on the road. Because many truckers have the financial incentive to deliver their loads in a timely manner, they may be willing to sacrifice sleep and nourishment in order to […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries If I am hit by a motorized cart at a supermarket, are they liable?
The issue of a store’s liability for injuries depends on whether they caused the dangerous condition or knew of the dangerous condition and allowed the danger to remain or continue. There are cases where customers at supermarkets are knocked down […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I was struck by a baseball at a ballgame; can I sue?
When attending a major league baseball game, baseballs are frequently fouled off into the stands. It is also not uncommon for injuries to occur as a result of balls striking fans that are either inattentive or not able to react […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents No Fault Coverage
My teenage son was driving my car and was involved in an auto accident. He had 3 passengers which I did not authorize, and they were all transported to the hospital by ambulance. Who is going to pay all these […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I was injured in Florida, but I live in another state or out of the country, can I still pursue a case?
Absolutely. The mere fact that you do not live in Florida, nor live in the United States, does not preclude you from pursuing a case. Our firm has handled thousands of cases for clients who live out of state or […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I slipped and fell at Publix and they offered to pay my medical bills. Should I let them pay?
Unfortunately, many people become injured at Publix due to dangerously slippery floors, negligent employees and other dangerous circumstances. Many times, a Publix manager will create an incident report regarding the injury. The manager will typically gather up the contact information […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I slipped and fell at Publix. What do I need to prove in order to show that they were negligent?
Publix is one of Florida’s most successful retailers. They are a favorite amongst most Floridians, with over 700 stores throughout the State. While most of Publix’s retail locations are clean and tidy, there are occasions where Publix employees are negligent […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries If I slip and fall in a restaurant but the insurance company denies the claim, can I still collect money without filing a lawsuit?
In most slip and fall cases that occur in a restaurant if the insurance company denies liability for the claim typically the only other option you have is to file a lawsuit and let a jury decide if the restaurant […] -
FAQ: General I settled my personal injury case but I am still hurt and need further treatment, can I reopen my case?
This question is not easy to answer but the most likely answer is No. Sometimes when someone gets into an accident your attorney can sue several people. So if your attorney settles with one defendant, and there are other defendants […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I was rear-ended by another vehicle and the driver admitted fault. Why do I need a lawyer?
Many people believe that if they have been rear-ended by another vehicle, there is no need for them to hire a lawyer because they can simply deal with the Defendant’s insurance company directly. They feel that the insurance company will […] -
FAQ: General Do Personal Injury attorneys only handle car accidents and slip and falls?
Answer: Absolutely not. Personal Injury attorneys handle a variety of injury cases. The question to ask yourself to determine if you should call a personal injury attorney is simple: Were you or someone you know injured in any way shape […] -
FAQ: Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle Law Changes In Florida Effective February 2015
As of February 2015 the laws have changed that now require motorcycle owners to purchase insurance to drive a motorcycle. The minimum amount of insurance that is recommended to purchase would be $10,000 per person with a maximum of $20,000 […] -
FAQ: Motorcycle Accidents I just got into a motorcycle accident, who is going to pay for my medical bills?
Answer: When someone gets into a motorcycle accident, how medical bills are paid depends on who is at fault in the accident, and what insurances are available, whether it be health insurance or automobile insurance. Florida is known as a […] -
FAQ: General Florida Personal Injury Lawyer Discusses Basic Personal Injury Questions
Question: What is a Tort? Answer: Personal Injury is typically covered under “Tort Law.” A Tort is a civil wrong for which the remedy is typically monetary reimbursement. Unlike in criminal law where the remedy is jail, or a fine […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I slipped and fell in Publix but I failed to notify the management, do I still have a case?
Answer: This question cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. The mere fact that someone slips and falls in a supermarket, leaves the store, and fails to report the fall to anyone does not take away a person’s […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I rented a truck from Home Depot to move furniture and was rear-ended and injured by another vehicle. If I do not own a car registered in Florida, who will pay my hospital and other medical bills?
Under the Florida No-Fault law, your own AUTO PIP (Personal Injury Protection) coverage will pay 80% of your medical bills if you are involved in an auto accident, regardless of fault. If you do not own a car registered in […] -
FAQ: General I’ve been injured by a faulty transvaginal surgical mesh implant, what are my rights?
The government has issued a warning about the use of transvaginal surgical meshes to treat pelvic organ prolapse, or when muscles in the area weaken, causing organs to bulge or slip down into the vagina. It can happen because of […] -
FAQ: General Personal injury settlement FAQ
Q: Can I ask my attorney for a copy of the settlement check? A: Absolutely. You are entitled to full disclosure from your attorney and this includes proof that the case settled for the amount stated by your attorney. The […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents Florida No fault benefits for out of state residents?
I was visiting Florida from NYC and was rear-ended while stopped at a red light. I called State Farm, the insurer for the car who rear-ended me, and they stated that they are not responsible for my medical bills, even […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I was injured in an auto accident in Florida and my $10,000.00 no fault benefits were exhausted. Who will pay my medical bills which exceed the $10,000.00 limit?
Under Florida law, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage is primary and will pay up to $10,000.00 for medical bills and lost wages. Medical Bills that exceed $10,000.00 can be presented to your health insurance carrier for partial payment. Health insurance […]