What Constitutes a “Failure to Warn” in a Florida Product Liability Case?
When people purchase products—either one of their favorites or a new one for the first time—they trust the product will work as advertised. When this is not the case, and the product actually winds up injuring a person, the victim may be able to receive compensation for their injuries. This type of lawsuit is called […]
Understanding the “Serious Injury” Threshold in Florida Personal Injury Cases
Accidents happen on a daily basis—some are more serious than others, but when they cause serious, lifelong injuries, the at-fault party can and should be held responsible. In Florida, however, whether a potential plaintiff is able to receive the full extent of the compensation they seek depends on the severity of their injuries and the […]
Settlement Offers After a Florida Car Accident Lawsuit
Contrary to the general perception, most Florida car accident lawsuits are resolved before trial. There are many avenues of relief for Florida injury victims, but claimants should contact an experienced and skilled attorney to ensure that they recover the compensation they deserve. Depending on the accident’s facts and circumstances, many settlement agreements occur through alternative […]
Florida’s No-Fault Insurance Law May Soon Be Replaced
For nearly the last 50 years, Florida followed the no-fault insurance law framework. Under this system, Florida motor vehicle accident victims often had to pursue compensation through their insurance company rather than the at-fault driver. Proponents of the system purported that no-fault insurance laws provided injury victims with an efficient way to recover compensation. However, […]
Court Addresses Civil Remedy Notice Requirements in Florida Insurance Dispute
Recently, an appeals court issued an opinion in a lawsuit stemming from a homeowner’s claim against his homeowner’s insurance company. The Florida insurance dispute arose after the homeowner filed a claim under his homeowner’s insurance for fire damage at his residence. The insurance company’s investigation revealed that the plaintiff filed previous claims and that his […]
Fatal Florida Car Accident Lawsuits
After a Florida car accident, victims and their families often face a slew of financial, psychological, and medical turmoil. These accidents can leave individuals in a position where they must navigate complicated and bureaucratic processes to obtain the compensation they deserve. More often than not, a fatality exacerbates the complexity of these cases. When a […]
Court Finds Florida Insurance Company Fails to Resolve Claim in Good Faith
Policyholders who pay their premiums on time expect their insurance company to abide by the terms of their insurance policy. However, many insurance companies prioritize their financial standing over the well being of their policyholders. When an insurance company fails to engage in good faith, they may be liable under Florida’s bad faith insurance laws. […]
Complex Issues Surrounding Florida Rear-End Accidents
Florida rear-end accidents can range from a minor fender bender to a catastrophic collision resulting in deadly injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that rear-end accidents are the most common type of collision. In some cases, liability in a rear-end accident is clear; however, the cases are much more complex in some […]
Florida’s Car Accident Fatalities Rank in the Top Ten in the United States
According to various sources, it’s dangerous to be a Florida motorist. National surveys, Florida’s Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle Crash Dashboard, and insurance safety reports all indicate that Florida continues to rank as one of the most dangerous places to drive. Although, nation-wide stay-at-home orders have drastically reduced the amount of daily traffic, the rate […]
Avoiding Florida Truck Accidents During Bad Weather
Florida drivers experience drastic and severe weather changes on a fairly regular basis. Although drivers may have experience handling these changes, these conditions pose serious dangers to motorists and passengers. Florida weather-related accidents, especially those involving large trucks, can result in serious injuries and fatalities. Further, the unexpected flurry of winter storms throughout the southern […]