Tag Archives: Auto Accident Injuries
New State Law Regulates Rideshare Companies
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft provide West Palm Beach residents and tourists with a convenient transportation option. But such services also raised interesting legal questions about who is responsible in case of a car accident, especially for passengers injured while traveling in rideshare vehicles. While Florida is a no-fault state and insurance pays… Read More »
How Victim Compensation is Calculated in a Jacksonville, FL DUI Accident
When an individual is injured in a Jacksonville DUI car accident, their compensation for their injuries is calculated slightly differently than it would be in a typical Florida car accident. Depending on the severity and the nature of the victim’s injuries, and on the exact circumstances surrounding the accident, the outcome of DUI car… Read More »
Who Is Liable When A Car Accident Is Caused By Poor Road Conditions?
In a typical Florida car accident, it is fairly easy to determine liability, especially in rear-end collisions and right-of-way accidents. However, sometimes no one person is at fault, and instead, a pothole, lack of signage, or missing guardrails can be the cause of a serious accident or injury. In these instances, the victims of… Read More »
Understanding Florida’s “Dram Shop Law”
When an intoxicated minor gets into a car accident and injures another individual or themselves, people always ask, “Well, how did they get the alcohol?” Or when a notorious drunk causes a devastating accident, people want to know who served his last drink, and why they did not think to say, “You’ve had enough.”… Read More »
Should You Settle Your Car Accident Claim, or Take it to Court?
If you were involved in a car accident in which you sustained multiple serious injuries, you may be intent on receiving just compensation for your damages right away. In order to do so, you may be tempted to settle with the other party before ever even filing a claim. However, is settlement the best… Read More »