Tampa Bay Legal Blog

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…

Per the Insurance Information Institute, the average payout for car accident claims has increased steadily over a recent five-year period. In one year, the average bodily injury claim payout was $22,734 nationwide, while the average property damage claim settlement was $5,314. However, it’s worth noting that there is no “typical”…

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…

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…

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…

As a general rule, Florida statute 95.11 states you have two years from the date of your injury to file your personal injury claim. If you’re injured in an accident in Florida that was caused by someone else, you may lose income from missing work and have unpaid medical bills….

All personal injury cases are governed by a deadline known as a statute of limitations. Failure to file your case before this deadline passes can have a devastating effect on your right to compensation. Among other things, missing the deadline nearly always results in your case being dismissed in court….

There are certain situations where drivers who are involved in a car accident will have completely different stories that they will tell their insurance companies or lawyers, making it difficult to tell who is actually at fault. Traffic accident reports are some of the best weapons that you can employ…

If you are hit by an uninsured motorist in Florida, you should call the police, try to get the other driver’s information, report the motor vehicle accident to your insurer, and contact a personal injury lawyer. Following these steps will improve your chances of recovering the compensation you need for…

Being involved in a car accident while pregnant can be an overwhelming experience. It can also be life-threatening to the mother and her unborn baby. If you find yourself in this situation, seek medical care attention immediately. Even if you think the accident was not serious, complications could develop in…