Are pedestrians ever at fault?

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Yes, there are cases where pedestrians are at fault. For instance, someone walking instead of the sidewalk or walking at night with no attempt at visibility may be at fault. An experienced attorney will help determine the party at fault.  

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Do I need money upfront to fund a lawsuit?

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No. The Boyton Beach attorneys at Brian D. Guralnick Injury Lawyers work on a “no win, no pay” system regarding personal injury lawsuits. This means that the firm will waive your legal fees entirely if you fail to receive any compensation. We will be entitled to a percentage of your recovery if you receive compensation…

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What Is the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Survival Action?

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Wrongful death refers to a person who passes away due to someone else’s negligence. It means the surviving relatives may be entitled to receive compensation for their death’s emotional and financial impact. Survival action means the surviving relatives of a deceased person are entitled to receive compensation that the person would have received if they…

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How long does it take to settle a slip-and-fall case?

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The time it takes to settle depends on whether the case goes to trial. A pre-trial is held to discover as much evidence as possible about the accident. Often, the opposing parties can reach a settlement here and avoid a trial. The case will go to trial if a settlement is off the table. Reaching…

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Are cars ever at fault?

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“Fault” is an assessment reached after reviewing the police report and other evidence. A driver could be at fault regardless of whether it was careless driving or a defective car part. Since Florida is a no-fault state, drivers need personal injury protection (PIP) liability insurance in their auto insurance policy.

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