Car Accidents - Page 6

A car accident, even a seemingly minor one, can leave you with serious injuries and long recovery times. The best time to hire an attorney after a car accident is as soon as possible. Doing so can allow you to focus on your physical and emotional recovery without risking missing the filing deadline all car …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 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 Florida car accident …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …