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Can I Sue If I Slip and Fall in a Florida Hospital?
You typically go to the hospital seeking healing, not additional hurt. Unfortunately, even Florida hospitals can make mistakes, leading to dangerous slip-and-fall accidents that leave patients worse off than when they went into the healthcare facility. If you’ve taken a tumble in a Florida hospital, you may wonder if a lawsuit is possible. Can… Read More »
Can I Sue for Severe Burn Injuries After a Florida Truck Accident?
Sunshine. Beaches. Palm trees. These are just a few things Florida is known for. But unfortunately, the state also sees its fair share of devastating truck accidents, and burns are some of the most life-altering injuries these crashes can cause. Facing the Aftermath of Injuries from a Commercial Truck Accident Imagine suffering through excruciating… Read More »
What Is the Deadline for Florida Wrongful Death Car Crash Claims?
With nearly 43,000 car crash fatalities reported annually, grieving families may find themselves grappling with the difficult decision of whether to pursue a wrongful death claim. When negligence on the part of another party is the cause of the accident, family members may contemplate initiating a wrongful death lawsuit to secure financial compensation. Beyond… Read More »
What Should I Do First if My Car Was Hit by a Drunk Driver?
Being involved in a car accident is a distressing experience, but when the other driver is intoxicated, it adds an extra layer of complexity. Here are the immediate steps you should take if you find yourself in such a situation. Prioritize your safety and gather the necessary evidence to support your legal and insurance… Read More »
How Can I Pursue Legal Action After a Hit and Run Accident?
How can I pursue legal action after a hit-and-run accident? A hit-and-run accident is when someone hits your car and then flees the scene of the accident. Treat this just like any other accident, and that means call the police and report it. Give a description to the police. Sometimes they can even track… Read More »
What’s the Best Approach for Negotiating a Fair Settlement After My Accident?
After an accident, it is important to gather evidence, document your injuries, and hire an experienced personal injury attorney. Taking pictures of the accident scene, getting witness statements, and getting an estimate for repairs will show that the accident was serious and that you have significant damages. Going to doctors who will document your… Read More »
When and Why Should I Consider Filing a Lawsuit Following a Car Accident?
I’m Laurie Hannan Anton and I’m a trial attorney here at the law firm of Marc L. Shapiro. We are seeing serious cases that involve all different types of accidents. One of the reasons that you might want to file a lawsuit is because your injuries could be very serious, including spinal cord injuries,… Read More »
What Types of Compensation Are Possible After a Motorcycle Injury Accident?
I’m Randall Austin. When a client is involved in a motorcycle accident, they ask me “What kind of damages can I recover from my injuries?” Motorcycle accidents are no different from auto accidents or truck accidents in the sense that you can claim for all of your injuries. Unfortunately for the accident victim in… Read More »
If I Suffered a Burn Injury, Can I File a Lawsuit?
I’m Laurie Anton, a trial attorney at the law office of Marc L. Shapiro. In my many years of practice, I’ve heard about various types of burn injuries, and I recently dealt with a client who had a vaping battery explode in his pants pocket while leaving a convenience store. It was a serious… Read More »
What Types of Compensation Can I Get After a Car Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Florida, one of your first thoughts may be to call a lawyer and sue the other driver for your pain and suffering. In many car accident cases, victims are unaware of the types of damages they can seek. Below, learn about possible compensation you can… Read More »
