Personal Injury Blog

July 15, 2022 \ Personal Injury

Breaking Down Attorney-Client Privilege: What It Means and How It Can Affect Your Case

Attorney-client privilege keeps almost all of your communications with your attorney a secret from those who would use it against you. It’s not just that your lawyer can face punishment for revealing your secrets, although they can. The strongest protection that attorney-client privilege offers is that it cannot be used as evidence against you even […]

July 12, 2022 \ Car Accidents

Who Is at Fault in a Jacksonville T-Bone Car Accident?

After a car accident in Jacksonville, determining fault for the crash takes center stage. Whatever compensation might be available relies heavily upon this determination. Certain types of car accidents are naturally more difficult to evaluate for fault, such as T-bone car accidents. Additionally, T-bone accidents often lead to multiple serious injuries. The stakes are often […]

July 8, 2022 \ Car Accidents

Car Accidents Caused by Brake Checking in Florida

Car accidents are often unavoidable. But when an accident is caused by a driver’s negligent or intentional actions, like brake checking, it can make the situation much more stressful. If you’ve been involved in a car accident caused by brake checking, do not hesitate to consult with our Jacksonville car wreck lawyers right away to […]

July 5, 2022 \ Car Accidents

Are You Suffering from PTSD After a Car Accident?

Car accidents come with a wide range of short and long-term consequences. One of the most emotionally challenging is the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s fairly common for car accident victims to develop PTSD after a crash, even when physical injury is avoided. Here’s what you should know about PTSD after a car […]

June 20, 2022 \ Personal Injury

Basic Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket?

How much money goes into your pocket from a personal injury settlement depends on how much you receive for your claim. It also depends on the costs and fees that must be paid from the settlement proceeds before you receive any money from the settlement. Before discussing the amounts deducted from your personal injury settlement, […]

June 13, 2022 \ Car Accidents

What Happens if You Are Sued After Causing a Collision in Florida?

Car accident claims in Florida are handled differently from cases in other states. That is because Florida is a no-fault insurance state for automobile accidents. You begin by filing a claim with your PIP provider. However, you could be sued after causing a collision in Florida if the victim sustains a serious injury. If that […]

June 9, 2022 \ Car Accidents

Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident in Jacksonville?

No one ever gets into a car thinking they will be involved in an accident. Unfortunately, thousands of car crashes occur each day. The FLHSMV reports 401,076 traffic crashes in 2021 throughout Florida. Some car accidents cause catastrophic injuries that could result in permanent impairments and significant economic damages. However, other car crashes are “fender […]

June 6, 2022 \ Car Accidents

Is Flying Safer than Driving?

There are no forms of transportation that are 100% safe. No matter how you choose to get from point A to point B, there will always be a risk of suffering an injury or perishing in the accident. However, some forms of transportation are safer than others. Take two of the most popular forms of […]

May 25, 2022 \ Car Accidents

What You Need to Know About Florida’s DUI Laws and Penalties

Florida has a relatively good record for drunk and drugged driving. It only ranks 37th in drunk driving fatalities and 47th in DUI arrests. This might seem surprising, given that Florida gets more tourists every year than any state except California. Part of the reason for Florida’s record may come from its strict DUI laws […]

May 24, 2022 \ Personal Injury

Understanding Assumption of Risk

The “assumption of risk” defense is used in some personal injury cases. The at-fault party alleges you understand you could be injured if you continued with a specific activity or conduct. Therefore, it is not responsible for your damages because you “assumed the risk” by voluntarily continuing despite your knowledge of the risk. For example, […]