Category Archives: Personal Injury
The Collateral Source Rule
One of the most cynical pieces of personal finance advice that never goes out of style is, “Don’t get sick.” Most people do not have paid sick leave from work, so every day of work that you miss because of illness hits you directly in the wallet. When you file an insurance claim for… Read More »
Pedestrian Accidents in Fort Lauderdale: Safety Tips and How to Hold Negligent Drivers Liable
With its sunny weather and walkable beachfront neighborhoods, Fort Lauderdale sees thousands of pedestrians each day. But whether you’re out for a stroll on Las Olas or crossing busy A1A, walking near traffic can be dangerous, especially when drivers aren’t paying attention. At Boone & Davis, Attorneys at Law, we help injured pedestrians hold… Read More »
Liability for Spring Break Injuries in Fort Lauderdale: What Visitors Need To Know
Fort Lauderdale welcomes thousands of visitors looking to enjoy the sun, surf, and nightlife every spring. But along with the fun, spring break can also bring unexpected injuries, especially when hotels, resorts, Airbnb hosts, or cruise lines are negligent and fail to take the care needed to provide a safe environment. Spring break injuries… Read More »
Were You Rear-Ended by an Uninsured Florida Driver?
In Florida, all drivers are required to purchase Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance, which covers them in the event of an accident, regardless of fault. Unfortunately, despite this legal requirement, many Florida drivers don’t purchase insurance. In fact, Florida has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the country, with an estimated… Read More »
Recovery for Hand Fracture Injuries
Hand fractures are one of the more common, but lesser known injuries suffered by accident victims. Whether from putting out a hand in an effort to stop a slip and fall accident, or bracing against the steering wheel, our hands are often one of the first parts of the body to sustain impact in… Read More »
Preparing for a Deposition in Your Personal Injury Case
A deposition is a type of question-and-answer session in which a witness is asked specific queries about a particular incident by an attorney. The answers are given under oath and in the presence of a court reporter and so can be used as evidence at trial as a form of sworn testimony, either for… Read More »
Did You Suffer an Accident-Related Dislocation?
Of the many types of injuries that accident victims can sustain, dislocated joints are perhaps one of the most cringeworthy. This reaction makes sense when you consider what a dislocated joint involves, which is essentially the forceful separation of two connected bones. These kinds of injuries are debilitating, extremely painful, and can result in… Read More »
Initiating a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Florida
While most of us use as much care as we can in our day-to-day lives to avoid hurting others through our own carelessness, accidents still can and do occur in Florida on a daily basis. Fortunately, state law protects accident victims who suffer injuries because of the negligence of others. This is known as… Read More »
Florida Boaters Encouraged to Take Extra Safety Precautions This Summer
With summer officially underway, boaters, swimmers, and anyone else who plans to spend some time near the water are being encouraged to take strict safety precautions. This is especially important for those visiting or living in Florida, which leads the country in registered recreational water vessels. Unfortunately, the sheer number of water vessels in… Read More »
Other Drivers Can Use Your Negligence Against You
In Florida, negligent drivers who cause serious injuries can be held liable for repaying the victim’s losses, including medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. This does not, however, mean that an accident victim’s own actions at the time of a crash won’t come into play when it comes to assigning… Read More »
