After a car accident involving your child, you have a legal right to seek compensation for associated losses, such as hospital bills, missed work, and emotional distress. Since every car accident is different, it is impossible to predict the average settlement for a child in a car accident. A Florida car accident attorney in your …
What’s the Average Payout for a T-Bone Accident?
Like every type of car accident, there is no average payout for a T-bone accident. Each accident will have a unique set of recoverable damages. Even two injured parties in the same collision can have widely varying recoverable damages. If you or someone you love was injured in a T-bone collision, a lawyer can help …
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident?
Yes, you should get a lawyer for a car accident to help you recover compensation from the at-fault driver. Without a lawyer, you will have to handle every aspect of the case on your own. That means proving the cause of the accident and building a strong evidence file against the at-fault driver. It also …
What Happens if You Lose a Car Accident Lawsuit?
You may have been waiting for your day in court for a while. However, there’s a chance the jury could side with your opposition. If you lose your case for compensation, you’ll end up having to pay for the damages yourself, and you’ll also likely be on the hook to pay court and the other …
How Much Can Someone Sue for a Car Accident in Florida?
How much someone can sue for a car accident in Florida depends on the details of their case and the damages they suffered because of the crash. If you were in an accident and sustained an injury, you might be facing medical bills, damage to your car, and pain and suffering. A lawyer can calculate …
How to Make a Diminished Value Claim in Florida?
Your vehicle is relatively new and still carries a lot of value on the market. But a negligent driver crashes into your vehicle, not only injuring you but damaging your vehicle and diminishing its value in the process. While you may not have been planning to sell your car any time soon, you can file …
Six Car Collision Contributing Factors
Law enforcement officers and Florida personal injury lawyers will tell you several contributing factors can lead to car collisions, which include: Vehicles driving at speeds above the speed limit Distracted driving Failure to observe and obey traffic laws Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Reckless driving Weather and driving conditions at the time …
Florida Cellphone Laws
Although many states have a blanket ban on distracted driving that specifically includes talking and texting, Florida’s cell phone laws work slightly differently. In most cases, driving while taking on a cellphone in Florida is legal. However, you must talk in “hands-free” mode (e.g., speaker, Bluetooth, or wired headphones) while driving through school zones or …
Do You Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Florida?
In Florida, you are not required to carry uninsured motorist coverage. That being said, there are many scenarios where it could be in your interest to have this coverage. If you find yourself involved in an accident or dispute with an uninsured motorist, it may have to be resolved in the legal system. What Is …
What If My Child Had an Accident With My Car?
If your child had an accident in your car, the damages you could recover would depend on the accident’s circumstances. Your child may be held accountable, but it is also possible that you will be held financially responsible. If your child suffered injuries in the car accident, you might want to hire a personal injury lawyer to …