Author: Lauren Calta

Lawyer explaining to client the legal fees.

Hiring a Florida personal injury lawyer may influence your case’s outcome if you seek compensation after sustaining injuries. However, understanding legal fees before entering into a contract with a lawyer is essential. Florida personal injury attorneys often work on a contingency fee basis. How much an attorney charges in legal…

Motorcycle lane splitting the highway.

Florida Statutes § 316.209 forbids lane splitting, stating that motorcyclists cannot ride between lanes of traffic or rows of vehicles. However, this prohibition does not apply to police officers or firefighters during their official duties.     Contents1 What Is Lane Splitting?2 Is Lane Splitting Dangerous?3 Is Lane Sharing Legal in…

Man suffering anxiety undergone counseling.

An accident can cause more than physical injuries. Accident victims often suffer emotional distress, too. As with physical harm, accident victims can sue for the emotional distress they experience due to their injuries. However, emotional distress is intangible. That means proving it and quantifying its extent can be challenging, particularly…

Injured motorcycle driver touching his helmet.

The value of your motorcycle accident claim depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries and how they affect your life. You can expect more substantial compensation if you cannot work or need long-term care. To learn more about your legal options for financial recovery after a motorcycle…

Female attorney talking with the client on the case.

You might become dissatisfied with the relationship and legal services provided by your current attorney for a number of reasons. In Florida, you can – and should – fire your attorney if you do not believe you are receiving the representation you agreed on at the outset of the relationship. By…