The law splits criminal and non-criminal cases. Usually, we think about punishment for criminal activity. So if you’re caught robbing a bank, the courts punish you by sending you to jail. But what about when people are reckless to the point that they hurt someone? Can that type of negligent
Whenever a plaintiff brings an action against a defendant the parties can try to resolve their differences before ever going into court. If the negotiations break down the plaintiff will sue the defendant. The end result of filing a lawsuit is a trial. A trial is what you see on
I am very passionate about trying to help teenage driver stay safe during the early years of learning how to drive a car. I’ve been a sponsor of the door he saves lives foundation for five years now and going to high schools and scaring kids into driving safely has
I have lived my entire life here in beautiful Palm Beach County. As such, I can appreciate the beauty of taking a walk or bike ride to enjoy our beautiful weather. Sadly, as a personal injury attorney, I see the dark side of taking a walk or riding a bicycle.
The quest to answer the pressing question, “can you sue if there is a wet floor sign?” plunges us into the intricate legal landscape surrounding slip and fall injuries in Florida. It’s a journey that demands a nuanced understanding of several key legal concepts. Negligence: A Core Factor When Asking,
As a maritime injury attorney, I am often approached with the question “what happens if I’m injured by a boat while scuba diving?” These types of incidents are typically covered by maritime law and require a maritime injury attorney to handle the claim. Divers are required by state law to
Introduction Navigating the highways of Florida, one might frequently hear or personally lament, “an 18-wheeler tire blowout hit my car.” It underscores the lurking dangers posed by colossal commercial trucks, especially 18-wheelers. These mammoth vehicles, when not properly maintained, can become the harbingers of dire accidents, often resulting from tire
This was a case of 1st impression, which means the Supreme Court has finally spoken the final answer on how health insurance can interrupt a personal injury settlement. In the injury, world settlements happen far more often than verdicts. The good thing about that is the courts are NOT clogged
As a personal injury attorney, I have seen my fair share of dog bite cases. Years ago dog bites were covered by homeowners insurance. In fact, according to the Insurance Information Institute, since 2012 home insurers have paid out more than $489 million in dog bite-related claims. This has led most home insurers
In the Yukumoto v. Tawarahara case, the Supreme Court of Hawaii heard the important issue of whether a health insurance company has the right to subrogate against a TPL (third-party liability) Defendant. The Plaintiff in Yukumoto was riding his moped when he was hit by the Defendant in his car.
