Tampa Bay Legal Blog

rear-end car collision

Rear-end collisions are some of the most common types of automobile accidents. They can cause serious injuries that require significant medical expenses. If you find yourself in this situation, you should act fast. Enlisting the help of an experienced car accident lawyer from Zervos & Calta, PLLC allows you to defend…

Uber driver reporting car accident to insurance.

Sometimes, you may not directly sue Uber if you get hurt in an Uber accident in Florida. However, you may have other options for seeking compensation for the harm you suffered. An Uber accident lawyer can help you identify all possible sources of compensation and work hard to try to…

Left-turn collision happening along the intersection.

Left-turn accidents are extremely common in Florida. When drivers turn left, state law requires them to yield to oncoming traffic. Unfortunately, not all drivers follow this rule. If a driver turns left and hits another vehicle, the left-turning driver is often – though not always – at fault.  Left-turn collisions can…

Drivers in car collision discussing how to settle accident.

Most Florida car accident cases settle before trial because both sides want to avoid the time and cost of going to court. Insurers often prefer to settle to control risks and expenses. Injured parties usually choose settlements to get compensation faster instead of waiting months or years for a trial….

Sad injured patient assisted by the nurse.

Have you recently suffered an injury for which someone else is to blame? If so, that person could owe you money – but you’ll have to go through the Florida personal injury claims process to get it. This involves gathering evidence, getting medical treatment, and, crucially, getting in touch with…

Red book entitled punitive damages in the shelf

If you are injured in Florida due to someone else’s intentional misconduct or gross negligence, you may be able to collect punitive damages equal to three times your compensatory damages or $500,000, whichever is greater. In cases where the defendant intended to hurt you, there is no cap on punitive…

Biker girl got hit by a car suffering injuries.

A bicycle accident can leave you with significant expenses due to medical treatment, long-term care, and lost wages. Fortunately, you may have the option to file a bicycle car accident insurance claim, even if you caused the accident. Florida has a “no-fault” auto insurance system, which requires insurance providers to…