When a person dies because of the actions of another individual (like another motorist) or an entity (such as a car manufacturer), the survivors may be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida. A wrongful death lawsuit asks the court to award damages in the form of compensation for the survivors’ loss, such…
A few of the most commonly asked questions regarding medical malpractice. Choose a link to jump right to a question and answer, or just scroll down and browse the page. What is “Medical Malpractice”? What must be shown to prevail in a medical malpractice case? What is the first step in pursuing a medical malpractice…
Have You Been Injured in an Auto Accident? Hire a Tampa Personal Injury Lawyer! Being involved in a personal injury car accident can be scary, but it’s important to keep calm. Your first steps following a personal injury accident can affect the reimbursement that you get from your car insurance company if you file a…
Florida has over 16 million drivers and every year, more than 200,000 people are injured in a motor vehicle accident. A car accident can happen to anyone at any time. Some crashes are minor, but others result in more extensive injuries. If you are injured because of someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior, you can…
If your doctor or another medical professional’s negligent actions cause you injury at any point during the treatment process for a condition, then you may have a medical malpractice case. Malpractice cases are often difficult to prove and require the assistance of skilled negligence attorneys. If you believe you have a malpractice claim, it is…
Medical Malpractice FAQs Are nursing home cases considered malpractice? Can a case be reopened after it is settled? Can I sue my doctor for releasing my records to my employer? Can you file malpractice against someone other than a doctor? Can you sue for what might have happened? Do most cases go to trial? How…
If you’ve been injured, you’ll probably want to hire what’s called a “plaintiff’s lawyer.” Most lawyers who specialize in personal injury law will either represent injured people or defend against personal injury lawsuits, but usually not both. If you don’t already have a list of prospective lawyers, a great place to start your search…
What will make a lawyer effective in court? Experience and specialization aren’t always the most important qualities for a successful lawyer Surprisingly few clients have the training to evaluate a lawyer’s performance, whether it’s related to a transaction, document or trial. So when you ask most corporate counsel how they go about selecting the right…