When big businesses value profits over safety, the results are often tragic. Everyone knows of stories of big pharmaceutical companies that release dangerous drugs then refuse to take responsibility or companies that ignore the needs of workers to improve their own bottom lines. However, what many people do not realize is that trucking companies can be some of the worst offenders when it comes to profits over people when they put their focus on cutting… read more →
David & Philpot P.L., take action to level the playing field for injured workers! Victims of workplace accidents in Florida are severely disadvantaged given current laws. In fact, the current law in Florida does not favor injured workers who seek compensation benefits, and may actually work against them in some cases. There are several reasons that it is very difficult for an injured worker to file suit against an employer or an insurance company, including… read more →
A truck accident injury case is more complicated than a standard car accident for several reasons. Victims of trucking accidents are often injured more severely than those in car accidents, and filing an action against a trucker, his or her employer, the owner of the vehicle and cargo and other parties can quickly become complicated. In addition, trucking companies often have numerous attorneys and insurance adjusters at their disposal, ready to “prove” that the accident… read more →
One of the most dangerous things you can do as the victim of a personal injury accident is to give a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster or anyone else involved in the case. It is inevitable that the insurance company and defense attorneys will ask you for a statement, but giving one without consulting a personal injury attorney can be a recipe for disaster. Why Should I Avoid Talking To The Insurance Adjuster? When… read more →
Bad faith is a term that applies to certain practices or actions undertaken by an insurance company. In general, when an insurance company attempts to deny you payments for a claim that is justified or based in good faith, a bad faith insurance claim could result. This is true whether the bad faith attempt is successful or not. If you have been the victim of bad faith on the part of an insurance company, you… read more →
