Personal Injury Blog

August 16, 2024 \ Personal Injury

Signs Your Neck Pain Could Be a Traumatic Brain Injury

Neck pain after an accident is often shrugged off as whiplash or a minor sprain, discomforts that will get better with ice and ibuprofen. However, that nagging ache might be hinting at something far more severe, like a traumatic brain injury, which can be deadly if left untreated. Understanding TBIs A traumatic brain injury (TBI) […]

August 9, 2024 \ Personal Injury

How Do Paraplegia and Quadriplegia Differ?

Each year, approximately 17,900 people in the U.S. experience an injury serious enough to damage their spinal cord. When a spinal cord injury is severe enough, it can cause paralysis, such as paraplegia and quadriplegia. The exact type of paralysis depends on where the injury is located. The differences in the types of paralysis caused […]

August 7, 2024 \ Firm News

Jacksonville Community Event: 2024 Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway

“Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway” for the 2024 school year. We are proud to continue our tradition of supporting the local community by helping students at Twin Lakes Academic Elementary. This charity event is designed to provide essential school supplies to students, ensuring they are well-equipped for the upcoming academic year. We will be donating hundreds of […]

August 1, 2024 \ Medical Malpractice

What Is the Difference Between Express and Implied Consent?

Informed consent is a legal requirement for most medical procedures. Informed consent means that the patient understands basic facts about the procedure and gives permission for the doctor to perform it. A doctor can subject themselves to a medical malpractice claim by failing to secure informed consent. There are two kinds of consent: express consent […]

July 5, 2024 \ Personal Injury

How To Prevent Scarring After a Burn Injury

It’s been said that scars are a living map of a person’s experiences, but scars can also be an unwanted reminder of a traumatic experience. Burn scars, in particular, are some of the most difficult to treat. The more severe the burn is, the more problematic the scars may be. Scars from first-degree burns are […]

July 4, 2024 \ Golf Cart Accidents

Golf Cart Fires and Other Hidden Dangers in Jacksonville, FL

Golf carts are a common sight in and around Florida’s neighborhoods. These small electric vehicles are a more economical and accessible mobility choice for residents looking to make short trips. They are also an especially attractive option for the elderly and those who may not be comfortable driving larger vehicles. However, the small sizes and […]

July 2, 2024 \ Personal Injury

How To Prevent Firework Accidents This 4th of July in Jacksonville, FL

It’s legal to include fireworks in your 4th of July celebration in Florida. Independence Day is one of three days when the state allows citizens to set off fireworks at home. While you won’t get into trouble with the law, fireworks can still be dangerous. A recent report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission […]

July 1, 2024 \ Miscellaneous

How To Prepare For a Deposition in Jacksonville, FL

If you were injured in a car accident, construction accident, or any other type of incident and filed a personal injury lawsuit, you may be asked to give a deposition. The defendant’s attorney will conduct the deposition, and it can have a significant impact on your case. Below, we discuss how to prepare for a […]

June 27, 2024 \ Negligence

Examples of Proximate Cause in a Personal Injury Case in Jacksonville, FL

If you were injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you are not alone. Each year in Florida, thousands of people are hurt in accidents stemming from another person’s actions. In these situations, victims can pursue compensation from the other party to cover costs such as medical bills, lost income, property damage, and […]

May 29, 2024 \ Firm News

Amanda Baggett and Matt Baggett Recognized As Best Accident Attorneys in Jacksonville, FL (2024) By Forbes

Congratulations to Amanda Baggett and Matt Baggett, the cofounders of Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Both were recently recognized as top Jacksonville attorneys for 2024 in different categories by Forbes Advisor Legal. Amanda also received recognition from Women We Admire. Below, we discuss these impressive accomplishments and how our experienced personal injury lawyers in Jacksonville […]