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A statute of limitations is the amount of time allotted to file a personal injury lawsuit and statute of limitations vary by state. If you have been injured, it is extremely important that you contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible so that proper steps can be taken to file your claim. If you miss this deadline, you may no longer be able to file the claim and your case will not see the courtroom. For more information concerning statute of limitations in Florida and how it may affect your case contact the Law Offices of Chalik and Chalik today
Florida is one of the few states who remains a no-fault state when it comes to auto accidents. What this means is that every Florida motorist must carry personal injury protection or PIP insurance. This insurance is the first to kick in when injuries occur as a result of an auto accident. When the injuries...
Jet skis, also known as personal watercrafts, are a fun and popular way to spend a day on the lake or the ocean. In Florida, the law states that a person must be at least 14 years old to operate a jet ski and must be 18 years old to rent a jet ski. Each...
Despite the care that businesses and drivers and other places take to avoid accidents, they happen every day. When they occur, they can end with property damage, injuries, and in some tragic cases, even death. This is why personal injury litigation and insurance exists. These two things can offer monetary reimbursement to the injured victims....
Fox 35 Orlando reports that a car crash that led to a gas leak caused the car to catch fire and shut down a roadway in Windermere. The incident occurred about three days ago in a Windermere neighborhood. At about 2 a.m., neighbor Aubrey Birden said she heard a loud boom and then felt the...
In personal injury cases, there are two types of financial compensation typically awarded: economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover expenses such as medical bills, damage to personal property, and lost wages. Non-economic damages on the other hand cannot be measured like a medical bill or a repair estimate. Some examples include mental anguish, loss...
Kids are capable of doing some pretty amazing things. Because many children are fearless, sometimes they can also do things most adults wouldn’t even imagine trying. According to a story appearing on the Heavy.com website, an 11-year-old boy in Baton Rouge stole a school bus and led 20 police officers on a chase through the...

Kissimmee, Florida, June 6, 2024—Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers has won a $200,000 settlement for a slip and fall victim. This incident occurred at the Unidos Supermarket in Kissimmee, Florida. Our Florida slip and fall accident attorneys successfully negotiated the settlement to cover her losses, particularly the medical treatment and surgery she required following the...

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that one of our founding partners, Jason Chalik, has been honored with a position on the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 List. This recognition is reserved for those who stand out for their service as trial lawyers and community leaders. The National Trial Lawyers Top 100...

Lump-sum settlements under Florida law are what a victim receives when he or she agrees to resolve a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit with a single, large payout. This type of settlement occurs after negotiations have concluded, and all parties have agreed on the terms and the settlement amount. The single payment covers the...

In Moor Haven, Florida, a four vehicle crash occurred, injuring 25 people, including 16 children. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, just prior to 8:00 p.m., on January 20, there was a collision between three semi-trucks and a school bus on U.S. 27, five miles north of State Road 29. The bus passengers were from...