Florida Injury Attorney Advises About Uninsured Coverage

A mother reported to officials that a ride at the Manatee County Fair injured  her after she slid out from underneath the safety bar. News Channel 8 hast the story. The mother and her 10-year-old nephew were riding the Ring of Fire when she slipped out. She was stopped by a plexiglass shield at the...

Click Orlando reports that Columbus Blue Jackets Goalie,24-year-old Matiss Kivlenieks of Latvia, was killed at his home in Michigan when an errant 4th of July fireworks mortar blast hit him in the chest. On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, officials released the audio of the 911 call. On the call, a woman tells the dispatcher that...

A minor fender bender can cause soft tissue damage, which can continue to degenerate if you do not receive medical help as soon as possible. But the risk does not stop at personal injuries. A certain Florida law can influence the amount of your compensation, and it is important to be in the know of...

In the past few years, hundreds of commercial zip-line parks have opened across the United States. As of September 2017, there were 400 different parks operating, with more due to be opening. While this may be a fun way to spend an afternoon or to host a birthday party, there are risks. The risks are...

Because of Florida’s no-fault laws, drivers know that the first place they need to turn for injury compensation is their PIP insurance policy. If their injuries exceed that coverage, then they may file  a claim against the other driver or their insurance. However, that changes dramatically when the victim is a passenger in an Uber...

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 established that employers needed to provide a safe and healthful workplace, free of all known dangers, for employees. This act also established the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, which oversees workplace safety and accidents. In addition to requiring a safe workplace, the act also provides access for...

You may have access to a number of resources as you help your child or a close family member cope with the impact of a spinal cord injury. Consider these five factors as you help your loved one recover and adjust to life after a serious accident: Medical specialists – Physicians and medical specialists with a...

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that our legal team won a $150,000 settlement for Sarai Ayemperoumal, who suffered several injuries after receiving improper services at a nail salon in Fort Myers, Florida. Attorney Jason Chalik represented Ayemperoumal until her case was settled this year. Ayemperoumal’s case is an example that poor...

A recent Texas DUI manslaughter verdict has victim advocates concerned that wealth may increasingly be used as a legal defense for negligence. The verdict arose from the trial of Ethan Couch, a 16-year-old boy who killed four people and injured two in a drunk driving crash on June 15, 2013. Couch’s defense attorney successfully argued...

If you were injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence in the state of Florida, you may be facing astronomical medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. These obstacles are important in terms of what to consider when you hire a personal injury lawyer. You may feel overwhelmed dealing with medical appointments,...

Legislators in Florida would like to make it illegal for kids to ride a skateboard without wearing a helmet. According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2014, over 100,000 people suffered a head injury from skateboarding. In an effort to decrease that number, Florida legislators are attempting to enact a law that would compel riders...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of five slip and fall accidents results in a head injury, broken bones or other serious injuries. Hazardous conditions such as spills on supermarket floors and cracked sidewalks have the potential to cause slip and fall accidents that can lead to significant head injuries....

The statute of limitations, which is the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit, for personal injury in Florida depends on the case type. If you do not bring your injury lawsuit before the time limit expires, Florida law could forever bar you from going after the person whose negligence injured you. Merely...

There are many different parties that could ultimately be responsible for an injury at the airport. If you were hurt in the terminal waiting for a flight, you might have a viable case against the company responsible for managing the terminal.  If you suffered an injury at an airport, determining who is at fault is...

You may be able to sue Royal Caribbean if you were injured while scuba diving. Your ability to sue depends on several factors, such as the cruise line’s negligence and the location of your accident. A Florida Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship accident lawyer can help you determine your legal options and file your case.  Your...

You can sue for a whiplash injury if it was caused by someone else’s negligence. That person can be held accountable for all the costs of your medical treatment and recovery. With a personal injury lawsuit, you can request compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Miami personal injury lawyers...

Personal injury lawyers know how to file an injury lawsuit against an airline. Depending on the airline you are suing, the nature of the flight involved in the lawsuit, and other factors specific to your case, your attorney may file a personal injury case in state or federal court. Our attorneys are familiar with suing...

You can sue MSC Cruises if you were injured while scuba diving, but only if your case meets the following four criteria: MSC Cruises was responsible for your safety in this particular situation. MSC Cruises behaved negligently and put you in danger. Thanks to MSC Cruises’ negligence, you were involved in a scuba diving accident....