People Who Are Thankful After a PI Accident or Tragic Event

Posted on November 14, 2019November 25, 2019 by Constance Coleman

In spite of everything, I still believe people are really good at heart.
– Anne Frank

Tis’ the season of thanksgiving and ‘finding silver linings’ – even in the personal injury realm. As personal injury attorneys, it can be difficult to see the proverbial light when our offices fill with stories of pain every single day. But when we look for the positive, it’s not very difficult to find evidence of human goodness.

We believe Anne Frank got it right. Read below as we share evidence that ‘in spite of everything, people are really good at heart,’ and why good can come out of a PI accident or tragic event.

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Weirdest Personal Injury Lawsuits

Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019 by Constance Coleman

As personal injury lawyers, we often see the same type of claims day-in and day-out: the standard slip and fall, vehicular accidents, defamation, medical malpractice. Once in a while, though, a personal injury case arises that is so memorable that it’s virtually unforgettable. Read below as we share some of our absolute favorites.

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Legal Ramifications of Vaping

Posted on September 16, 2019October 2, 2019 by Constance Coleman

Oh, e-cigarettes: how you’ve duped us. Vaping, the ‘next big thing’ in tobacco alternatives, is revealing itself to be a personal injury harbinger. Take a pull from that hip-looking cartridge, and your hit of nicotine could come with a side of lung-related illness. A recent USA Today article confirms that six people are now reported to have died due to vaping. Are class action and other suits settlements against the vaping industry inevitable? Read onward. We’ll share the recent developments.

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The Dreaded Carline and Legality

Posted on August 20, 2019August 20, 2019 by Constance Coleman

It’s fair to say that as a society, we’re hoping to add ‘safety’ to the classic school offerings of reading, writing, and arithmetic. All this back to school hubbub leads us to wonder: What happens when accident claims are levied due to a mishap just off-campus? More specifically, how are car injury claims handled that arise when a crowded carline results in a minivan smashup? Suing for personal injury can be straightforward – or it can be incredibly nuanced. Read below as we examine possible outcomes of a school-based accident claim.

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Uber SCREWS UP? Who’s at Fault in a Rideshare Accident?

Posted on July 20, 2018August 7, 2019 by Constance Coleman

Yellow Taxi Sign On Roof Of Car. Uber accident

You’re relaxing in the cushy backseat of an Uber when the driver takes your comment I’m in a bit of a hurry literally and runs a red light. What happens when rideshare goes bad? It is essential to understand who is at fault in a rideshare accident and what you can expect if you’re involved in one.

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Texting and Driving? – Think Again.

Posted on June 27, 2018August 7, 2019 by Constance Coleman

We have all heard the message that texting and driving don’t mix. It’s common knowledge that the practice is extremely dangerous, but what are the legal ramifications if a Florida driver does choose to text while behind the wheel? You may be surprised to learn that the Sunshine State’s texting ban is considered weak compared to most of the country.

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What Should I Bring to my Personal Injury Case Consultation?

Posted on October 26, 2017August 7, 2019 by Constance Coleman

Before you head to that personal injury case consultation, take a deep breath. You’ve been through a great deal. Any time a person suffers an injury, it’s a jarring experience – but there is a way to lessen the stress. The number one thing you can do to keep that personal injury episode from defining you is to prepare for your personal injury case consultation. Here’s how.

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Dog Bites Injuries in Florida

Posted on April 5, 2017September 6, 2019 by Constance Coleman

Dog injuries can be caused by bites, jumping or running in front of a car. If you’ve been injured by another person’s dog – whether you were bitten while visiting a friend, or walking down the road and charged by a dog, knocked down by a dog, or whether a dog runs in front of your car and causes a crash – you may be entitled to monetary compensation as damages for the pain and suffering you have endured.
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E-Cigarette explosion- get paid for your injuries

Posted on March 13, 2017June 27, 2017 by Constance Coleman

E-Cigarette explosion

E-cigarettes can be a blast but not when they explode. In the United States in the last year, there have been reports of e-cigarettes exploding and ripping a hole in a man’s tongue, blowing up in a man’s pants, and going off while not being used.
When a product is used for its intended use and it explodes and causes disfiguring injuries, as in this case with vaping cigarettes, the manufacturer may be liable under Florida law. Some lawsuits have already been brought against e-cigarette stores and manufacturers. Continue reading →

Is A Personal Injury Claim Right For You?

Posted on January 24, 2017February 6, 2017 by Constance Coleman

If there’s one thing you can count on in life it’s: life is unpredictable.

Now, more than ever, we’re on-the-go, all-consumed, and constantly distracted. It makes it even easier for something unexpected to happen, like an unfortunate event typically resulting in damage or injury. This is also known as an accident. Continue reading →