Insurance companies have a duty to act in “good faith” when settling a claim. However that does not mean that insurance companies have not been known to prevent claimants from obtaining full justice, or even deny claims based on bogus reasons. It is important to understand bad faith and how Florida law views these attempts on the part of an insurance company. It is also important to consult an attorney who may be able to… read more →
Florida car accidents have a statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim. Victims of a car accident in Florida have four years in most cases to file a personal injury claim. While this amount of time can vary according to certain conditions, it is advisable for everyone who suffers injury from an accident to consult a Florida personal injury attorney as soon as possible. The Difference Between an Insurance Claim and a Personal… read more →
Most people give little thought to what personal injury attorneys do for their clients. If people think of personal injury lawyers at all, they often think of huge settlements that are reported on the major news networks. However, personal injury attorneys represent victims of all types of accidents, including those who have relatively small settlements. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims in these claims, but they also serve other purposes to their clients. In fact,… read more →
There are important steps for filing a personal injury lawsuit after a car accident that you should be aware of. First and foremost, if you are in a car accident, make sure you follow these steps immediately after the accident. While insurance companies often pay the full amount of the damages incurred in an auto accident, there are also circumstances that may cause some claims to be denied. Insurance companies are driven by profit, and… read more →
In a recent decision, the Florida Supreme Court overturned Florida medical malpractice caps on death cases. According to the 2003 law endorsed by former governor Jeb Bush, caps were placed on non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases. This law was ostensibly passed in an effort to lower medical malpractice insurance and keep doctors from leaving the state. However, in a 5-2 decision, the court ruled that caps on these damages violated the equal protection guarantee… read more →
