Auto Accidents
A Quick Guide to Stopping Safely on the Highway
The significant volume of traffic often seen coupled with the potentially excessive speeds vehicles travel at while engaging in highway driving might render stopping more challenging than during normal conditions. Personal Injury of Florida, a firm composed of Palm Beach Gardens car accident lawyers, requests frequent highway motorists read the following short blog offering tips regarding proper stoppage techniques. Normal Driving Conditions Avoid Tailgating Safe stoppage on the highway necessitates a motorist to have enough space between their vehicle and other traffic. Tailgating or remaining too.. [Read More…]
Multi-Car Pileup: Who Is Responsible For Injuries You Sustained?
When you are driving down the road and suddenly find yourself involved in a multi-car pileup, you will be shaken. Along with the injuries you have suffered and having a car that will need to be repaired or replaced, you will feel bewildered when trying to figure out who was at fault and who will be responsible for paying you for your damages. While this sounds like an impossible task, it is not. To learn how to manage these difficult situations and come out with the.. [Read More…]
In An Accident With A Government Employee? What A Claim Will Look Like
When you file a personal injury lawsuit against an individual in the private sector, the process is somewhat cut and dry. However, when a claim is filed against a government employee, the process becomes much different. While it is possible to have a successful personal injury lawsuit in these situations, it is crucial certain steps and procedures be followed in a timely manner. Otherwise, you may find yourself out of luck when seeking compensation. If you need advice on how to proceed, speak with Palm Beach.. [Read More…]
Can Car Accident Claims Be Filed Completely Electronically?
You drive every day, and every day you understand the risks that come with it. You take the precautions necessary to prevent an accident, but that is not always enough. A car accident can cause serious disruption to your life. You will have to take your vehicle in for repairs. And if the accident is serious enough, then you may need to stay for some time in the hospital. All this costs money. You may be forced to pay for it all if the person who.. [Read More…]
When to Discuss a Property Damage Claim with an Attorney
Property damage claims are typically associated with personal injury motor vehicle accident cases. Attorneys typically do not handle property damage cases unless there is a personal injury element to the matter. This is because property damage cases often are not worth more than a few thousand dollars and clients do not have the funds to retain an attorney to handle the matter. Such cases are typically handled in lower courts such as small claims court if a trial is necessary. However, if there is a personal.. [Read More…]
Get in an Accident Without Insurance? Contact a Lawyer
The occurrence of an accident is stressful and creates the need to reach out to insurance companies and, typically, auto repair companies. The parties involved in an accident have to follow a number of steps to ensure that the accident is properly reported and that the person at-fault is held responsible. But, what happens when one of the people involved doesn’t have insurance coverage? Depending on your role in the incident, you may have to consider other options when insurance is lacking. Personal injury lawyers in.. [Read More…]
Serious Injury: Common Causes and How to File a Case
Motor Vehicle Accidents are a common occurrence with approximately 16,000 taking place each day. As a result, individuals that are involved sustain serious and sometimes permanent personal injuries. By and large, serious injuries may include the following: Death Dismemberment Disfigurement Fracture Loss of a fetus Permanent, partial or consequential loss of use of a body function or organ Serious Injury & Higher Levels of Property Damage Serious injuries are most commonly caused by motor vehicle accident where the plaintiff’s body strikes the interior of the vehicle… [Read More…]
Making a Claim for a Trucking Crash
Motor vehicle accidents that involve trucks can be especially complicated. Trucking crashes often involve extensive damage and significant personal injuries. Because trucking accidents frequently occur while the trucker is on the job, additional issues involving liability of the employer also arise. Because of the complexities involved with a trucking crash, you should contact trucking accident lawyers in Palm Beach Garden FL if you have been involved in an accident. What legal remedies may be available in a trucking crash? If the truck driver was negligent and.. [Read More…]
Will Insurance Rates Increase Following Car Accident Claim?
At the time of a motor vehicle accident, there are a number of factors to consider. The first is whether you have sustained any personal injuries and if you require medical attention. Second if the condition of your vehicle – can it be driven or does it need to be towed? Parties routinely engage in a discussion as to whether they should report the claim to their insurance carrier or handle the matter privately. This is a mistake and you should never fail to report an.. [Read More…]
Automobile Insurance Disputes: What to Expect from a Case
Insurance companies are big business, which means they strive to make a profit. To increase their bottom line, they will look for any excuse to avoid paying claims. Because of the challenges insurance companies present to Palm Beach Gardens residents that file claims, it is beneficial to have Palm Beach Gardens car accident lawyers from Personal Injury of Florida in your corner. With the aggressive litigation experience and negotiation skills of an attorney, you can stand up against an insurance company that doesn’t want to pay… [Read More…]