Because of some of the unfair stigmas, you may hesitate to call an attorney when your rights have been violated, or you've been injured. The question is, when is it appropriate to call a personal injury attorney - and is there a specific time frame to do so?
People often hear that an initial personal injury consultation is "free and confidential." We all understand free - but what are the legal implications in an injury case regarding confidentiality?
In order to feel more comfortable with asserting your rights, it helps to understand the steps involved in the personal injury process.
As personal injury settlements often involve large dollar amounts received in a lump sum, it is important to understand the tax implications of your compensation.
If you are a dog owner in South Florida - or if you have been bitten or injured by someone else's pet dog - you should be interested in the dog bite laws which may apply.
Pecuniary losses and non-pecuniary losses are applicable to personal injury and wrongful death cases. Here's how they may possibly relate to your situation.
After a traumatic event, any person is likely to exhibit signs which mimic the condition, but if these symptoms persist for months, it may be PTSD.
Although your personal injury case may have merit, an attorney may choose not to pursue the case. Here's are some reasons why.
According to Florida law, there is a certain amount of time in which you are allowed to file a lawsuit. If this timeframe elapses and you did not file your case, you may not be able to seek retribution. The Florida Statutes of Limitation are the body of law which reflect these time frames based on the type of case you are filing.
Activists are now working on obtaining sponsors for a new bill aimed at changing current bicycle safety laws and attaching a “presumed liability” clause.
