Category Archives: Personal Injury
New Tort Reform Law Changes What Kinds Of Medical Bills Are Admissible At Trial
Last month, Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 837 into law, instituting a number of sweeping changes to tort law across the state of Florida. One of these changes limits the types of evidence that plaintiffs can use when attempting to prove damages for their injury-related medical treatment, whether those payments are for past or… Read More »
How Florida’s Tort Reform Bill Could Affect You
At the end of March, Florida’s Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 837 into law. The tort reform law has officially gone into effect and will impact civil cases across the state. Read on to learn more about how the new tort reform bill could affect your own legal claim. What is House Bill 837? … Read More »
Recovery For A Fractured Femur
The femur, or thigh bone, extends from the hip all the way to the knee and is both the longest and strongest bone in the human body. While this means that the femur is far less likely to fracture than other more fragile bones, such as the clavicle, it is not impervious to injury…. Read More »
What Is Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury law, or tort law as it is often called, is an area of the law that allows accident victims to file civil lawsuits against individuals or companies that cause them harm. Unlike criminal law, which requires a showing of guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, personal injury law requires that plaintiffs meet a… Read More »
Managing Your Finances After Suffering An Accident-Related Injury
Managing their finances after sustaining a serious injury often proves to be one of the most difficult aspects of post-accident recovery for many victims. This can be particularly frustrating for those who weren’t at fault for their accidents, but were the victims of someone else’s carelessness. There are, however, steps that accident victims can… Read More »
Why Are SUVs More Deadly For Pedestrians?
Being a pedestrian in the U.S. is more dangerous now than ever, with reports revealing that 2021 saw the most pedestrian deaths in almost 40 years. This trend has been attributed to a number of different factors, including the increasing presence of large vehicles, such as SUVs, on our nation’s roads. SUVs are Taller… Read More »
Attorney Michael Davis Recognized For The 10th Anniversary Of His Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating
For more than 130 years, Martindale-Hubbell has been evaluating attorneys for their strong legal ability and high ethical standards through a Peer Review Rating system. Today, Managing Partner, Michael Davis was recognized for his 10th Anniversary of his AV Rating, which is the highest rating awarded.
Liability For Injuries Caused By Defective Electronic Household Products
Home appliances like microwaves, hair dryers, and washing machines usually make our lives a lot easier, at least when they serve their intended purpose. When these devices suddenly start malfunctioning due to a defect or a faulty part, however, they can be more than just annoying, but can actually cause serious injuries. Some defective… Read More »
Documenting Your Personal Injury
When you’ve been injured in an accident, one of the first things you’ll want to do is to start documenting your injuries and their costs. Doing so could prove crucial if you end up needing to file a claim, either with your own insurer, or with an at-fault party’s provider. Read on to learn… Read More »
What Is Summary Judgment?
Most civil cases go to trial because two parties disagree about the facts of a particular case. In a car accident case, for instance, the plaintiff may argue that the defendant was speeding at the time of a crash, while the defendant may deny such a claim. In some instances, however, certain facts may… Read More »
