Negligence is the “legalese” word for carelessness. It refers to the defendant’s failure to exercise the same degree of care that a “reasonable person” would be expected to exercise under the circumstances of the accident. Since negligence can take so many forms, there is no specific formula to determine whether a particular action or failure…
How long do I have to file my claim in Florida?
Florida’s “statute of limitations” for most car accident claims is four years. However, it would be best if you spoke with an attorney as soon as possible for many reasons.
What if I was partly to blame for the accident?
Florida’s “pure comparative fault” personal injury compensation system does not automatically bar you from winning a lawsuit, even if you were partly to blame for the accident. Once a court determines that more than one party was responsible for the accident, it will assign fault to each party on a percentage basis and deduct a…
What should I do if the person who injured me has insufficient financial resources to pay my auto accident claim?
The first line of defense against a personal injury defendant is supplementary insurance – uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, to be exact. This type of insurance will cover you if you are injured by an uninsured motorist or whose insurance is insufficient, together with your PIP insurance, to cover your claim. If you failed to purchase this…
Does Insurance Cover Wrongful Death?
Insurance may cover some parts of a wrongful death claim. Insurance companies should cover wrongful death under the policy’s liability section if the claimant can establish negligence. Unfortunately, insurance companies are businesses and are out to make money. Typically, they will attempt to pay you the bare minimum in compensation. Working with a team of…