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Car Accidents

​Who Is Liable: Car Owner or Driver?

Frank Fernandez
​Who Is Liable: Car Owner or Driver? After a car accident, the question of liability will not come into play unless the damages surpass the amount of personal injury protection (PIP) insurance of the injured party. When liability does become an issue, one common question arises: who is liable, the car owner or the driver? To many, it would seem that the driver would be the sole person liable for the accident, given that they...
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Car Accidents

​Who Is At Fault in a Rear-End Accident?

Frank Fernandez
Imagine this: you are driving home from work, enjoying a sunny Florida day, and listening to your favorite podcast on your car stereo when WHAM! Out of nowhere, another driver hits you from behind, forcing your body violently forward and back, perhaps hitting the airbag or steering wheel. You have just been in a rear-ending accident. Although the general rule of thumb is that the driver who runs into the vehicle in front of them...
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Car Accidents

How Much Should You Ask for in a Car Accident Settlement?

Frank Fernandez
After a car accident in Florida, most people worry about whether they will heal fully from their injuries and how they can afford the mounting medical bills. If the accident damaged your car, you may need to consider how to get to school, work, and other places. If you are working with a Florida car accident lawyer to file a claim for your losses, you have already made a big first step. Your car accident...
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Medical Malpractice

​Surgical Errors and Medical Negligence

Frank Fernandez
Some say that surgeons are among the top medical professionals. Their ability to help their patients recover from various conditions and injuries is often truly amazing. However, they are not perfect. Surgical errors are more commonplace than many people realize. Fortunately, the law provides a pathway for victims of surgical negligence to pursue compensation for their losses. It is in no way an automatic process. Victims are burdened by following procedures and proving medical negligence,...
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​Why Is My Car Accident Settlement Taking So Long?

Frank Fernandez
Waiting for the car accident settlement process to play out is undeniably frustrating. You have medical bills piling up, you need to fix or replace your car, and every day away from work costs you money. All you want is for the process to end so you can move on with your life. As aggravating as it is to wait for an insurance company to pay your claim, recovering maximum compensation requires patience. Insurance companies...
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​Who Determines Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident?

Frank Fernandez
Were you hurt in a car accident? If so, determining who is at fault for the collision is a vital part of recovering compensation for the harm you suffered, such as your medical bills, property damage, lost wages, physical pain, and emotional trauma. But just who determines fault in a car accident case? In either case, having a car accident attorney on your side can help ensure that your rights are protected and that you...
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​What to Do After a Car Accident That Is Not Your Fault?

Frank Fernandez
Being in a car accident is a traumatic experience, especially if you were not at fault. It’s important to know what steps to take in the aftermath of the accident to protect yourself and uphold your rights to compensation. This blog will cover what you should do in the moments, days, and weeks after a car accident, including gathering information, reporting the accident, seeking medical attention, and hiring a car accident attorney. By following these...
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​What Happens When a Car Accident Claim Exceeds Insurance Limits?

Frank Fernandez
Car insurance exists to protect injured drivers and passengers after a crash. However, insurance companies will not pay more for a claim than the limits of the at-fault party’s policy. State-established minimum limits are usually between $15,000 and $30,000 per person per accident, but severe crashes can cost injured parties hundreds of thousands of dollars. This fact raises an obvious question: What happens when a car accident claim exceeds the limits of the at-fault driver’s...
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​What Do Police Do in a Hit-and-Run?

Frank Fernandez
Any car accident can leave you feeling frustrated. But when you have to watch the other driver speed away from the scene, that frustration can quickly turn to rage. especially if you suffered injuries or substantial damage to your vehicle. Without the other driver’s insurance information, it is much harder to recover compensation for these losses. This is a situation where you hope the police can help. Police will start by investigating the crash scene...
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​How to Get More Money From a Car Accident Settlement

Frank Fernandez
Say a car accident injured you, and you’re now dealing with the aftermath. Your medical bills are piling up, you’re too hurt to go back to work, and your car is too wrecked to drive anywhere. The last thing you want right now is to worry about getting short-changed in a car accident settlement. Unfortunately, insurance companies are in the business of making money, not paying out as much as they can crash victims. If...
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