The crash involving actor Tracy Morgan and a Wal-Mart truck driver has focused national attention on the problem of fatigued drivers. While the debate about forcing truck drivers to observe various breaks and rest periods has been raging for some time, this particular crash occurred at a time when various state legislatures are considering bills designed to lift some of the driving restrictions imposed on long-haul truckers, sparking even greater debate. The Accident The “Tracy… read more →
Florida law requires a police report to be filed for any accident that causes more than $500 worth of damage. With today’s high repair bills, this actually means almost any accident that causes visible damage or any injury whatsoever. Car insurance is designed to take care of these expenses. Florida is a “no-fault” insurance state that requires every driver to carry $10,000 worth of personal injury protection or PIP coverage. This means that with some… read more →
One of the first things that most people want to know when they receive an award after an auto accident settlement is whether they have to pay taxes on this money. The answer may depend on how the verdict or settlement is structured and the circumstances of the award. Only a tax advisor can ultimately answer questions about taxes. However, it helps to have an understanding of the basic ground rules of how settlements or… read more →
If you are considering hiring a personal injury attorney, it is very important that you ask certain questions before you sign a fee agreement. Asking these questions and listening carefully to the answers can save you a great deal of trouble and help you hire the right attorney for your case. 8 Important questions to ask a Personal Injury Attorney 1) What areas of law do you specialize in? We have all heard the… read more →
Proving negligence in a car accident claim is usually a critical component of a personal injury lawsuit. If the victim can show that the other driver was negligent, it becomes much easier to convince an insurance company to settle or a jury to award damages. However, proving negligence is not as simple as just referring to a police report. There are key elements attorneys consider when constructing a case so that they can prove the… read more →
