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In my experience, the way to win over a jury is to be very forceful with telling the facts and very credible. Credibility is everything. If you don’t have credibility with a jury you’re not going to win that case and the way you gain their credibility is by having your witnesses testify in the most truthful manner as possible. And basically telling your case to a jury like it’s a story letting the facts just unfold.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...

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,...

Accidents can change our lives in an instant. Whether it’s a car crash, a slip and fall, or another type of injury, we often find ourselves facing medical bills, time away from work, and an overwhelming list of questions. What are our rights? How do we seek compensation? What does the legal process actually look...

When most people think of Florida motor vehicle accidents, they think of cars, SUVS, pickup trucks and motorcycles. However, many different types of vehicles can be involved in dangerous crashes, including golf carts. Surprisingly, golf cart accidents are on the rise – especially in states with warm temperate climates, a large elderly population and lots...

According to the Brevard County Fire Rescue, on March 14, a child was airlifted to a trauma center after he suffered a severe head injury at the Space Coast Field of Dreams Sports Park in West Melbourne, Florida. No information is available about how the injury occurred or the condition of the child. Space Coast...

You may think that if you have the minimum insurance required by Florida law, you are covered after a car accident. In fact, without bodily injury liability coverage, you are very much at risk of being personally responsible for medical bills or other damages resulting from a car accident. Here are some reasons why you...

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...

If you were the victim in a personal injury accident, you may be wondering what the tort threshold in Florida is and how it impacts your ability to receive compensation for injuries. The tort threshold in Florida is a law stating that victims of personal injury accidents must sustain one of four types of injuries...

Premises liability falls under personal injury law. Therefore, the Florida statute of limitations for premises liability cases is the same as for other personal injury cases. Those injured due to a property owner’s negligence have two years from the date of the accident that caused their injury to file a lawsuit. Surviving families filing premises...

Understanding how a personal injury lawsuit works can be difficult for the average person. Personal injury lawsuits typically involve a possible consultation with a personal injury lawyer and hiring them to represent you in your case. They will then conduct an independent investigation of your case. After this, a lawyer can guide you through pre-trial...

If you were hurt while working at sea, you can file a Jones Act claim in Florida by seeking immediate medical attention, notifying your employer, and working with a Florida personal injury lawyer. Your lawyer can help you collect evidence to build your claim and dispute any claim denials. Dealing with injuries you suffered while...

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...

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...