Tag Archives: Daytona Beach Personal Injury Attorney
How Insurers Minimize Settlements
Many of our clients are relieved to obtain a settlement after an accident. Instead of taking their chances at trial, they are guaranteed a sum of money to cover their losses. They also should receive the compensation much faster, since a trial could take a year (or longer) to complete. However, insurers in Florida… Read More »
Dangers of Negotiating a Settlement on Your Own
Many people hesitate to hire lawyers after an accident, believing that they can settle their claim on their own. However, in most situations, an injured victim is not well positioned to advocate effectively for themselves. They might be in too much pain to think clearly or be too worried about how they will pay… Read More »
Deadly Daytona Beach Crash Jumpstarts Police Investigation
A car crash that has left three people dead has prompted a Daytona Beach Police force investigation to identify the other car involved. According to Fox 35 Orlando, the accident occurred on Labor Day. Surveillance video showed two vehicles racing down the street with sparks flying before one car slammed into a tree. Drag… Read More »
A Closer Look at Punitive Damages in Florida
Most injuries are caused by accidents. Someone was being insufficiently careful and accidentally struck you on the road or didn’t fix a hazard on their property which injured you. However, our clients are sometimes injured either intentionally or because the defendant was grossly negligent or reckless. In these situations, our clients might qualify for… Read More »
Another Pedestrian Death in Volusia County
Walking along the road has always been a dangerous activity. Now comes a report of another deadly collision involving a pedestrian in Volusia County to confirm that too many drivers are not aware of pedestrians. According to statistics kept by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, 2016 saw 9,102 pedestrian crashes,… Read More »
Broken Bones Can Be Very Expensive
Broken bones are common injuries in many accidents, including car accidents or slip and falls. To some people, broken bones might seem “minor.” However, breaks can leave people laid up in bed for months and, if the break is particularly bad, might require expensive surgery. Treatment for Breaks The key to healing broken bones… Read More »
What is “Discovery” in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Unless your lawsuit settles quickly after filing, you will probably have to engage in discovery. Discovery is a fact-finding phase in a lawsuit, and it can last a long time. The purpose of discovery is to allow each side to find out what facts the other side has in its possession that it intends… Read More »
Spring Break Accidents and Injuries
If you are one of the thousands coming to Daytona Beach, Florida for spring break, “Welcome.” We hope you enjoy your stay and don’t leave with anything more serious than a hangover. Unfortunately, many college students injure themselves during spring break, either because of their own misjudgments or because of someone else’s conduct. Depending… Read More »
Intentional Injuries and Punitive Damages
Accidents are, by definition, unintentional. Someone wasn’t being sufficiently careful, and they harm another person as a result. But some injuries are caused by intentional acts. If someone intentionally harms you, you might be entitled to punitive damages, but you should meet with a personal injury lawyer to review your case. Hello, Officer, I… Read More »
How Do Florida Courts Regard Recovered Memories of Sexual Assault?
Sexual assault cases are some of the most delicate legal matters because of the risk of social stigma for all parties involved. Victims of sexual assault may hesitate to file lawsuits because of the fear that no one will believe them or that society will blame them for what happened. They might also hesitate… Read More »