Florida dog owners are generally strictly liable for bites under § 767.04. Learn the “Bad Dog” sign defense, comparative fault, deadlines, and what to do after a bite.
Florida’s collateral source rule (§ 768.76) can reduce an injury award by benefits you already received. Learn the exceptions and how 2023 changes affect medical bills.
Fear of driving after a crash, sometimes called vehophobia, is common. Learn the signs, how it is treated, and when it can be part of a Florida injury claim.
Lane weaving is illegal in Florida when it is unsafe. Learn what § 316.089 requires, why weaving causes crashes, how fault is proven, and what to do next.
Respuesta corta: Las lesiones en las piernas son comunes en los choques porque las piernas reciben la fuerza del tablero, el piso, los pedales y la puerta. Van desde moretones y esguinces hasta fracturas del fémur, la tibia o el peroné, desgarros de ligamentos y menisco de la rodilla, y lesiones por aplastamiento. En Florida, […]
Respuesta corta: Sí. La ley de Florida exige que la mayoría de los dueños de vehículos registrados de cuatro ruedas tengan $10,000 de Protección contra Lesiones Personales (PIP), aunque ya tengan seguro médico. Después de un accidente de auto, el PIP generalmente paga primero. El seguro médico suele pagar después, por lo que el PIP […]
Respuesta corta: Una negación muchas veces no es la última palabra. Pida a la aseguradora la razón por escrito, obtenga una copia de su póliza y compare la razón con los hechos y el texto de la póliza. Muchas negaciones vienen de documentos faltantes, un plazo vencido, una disputa sobre la culpa o una disputa […]
Short answer: Leg injuries are common in car crashes because the legs absorb force from the dashboard, floorboard, pedals and door. They range from bruises and sprains to fractures of the femur, tibia or fibula, knee ligament and meniscus tears, and crush injuries. In Florida, PIP pays first for part of the medical bills and […]
Short answer: A denial is often not the final word. Ask the insurer for the reason in writing, get a copy of your policy, and compare the stated reason with the facts and the policy language. Many denials come from missing records, a missed deadline, a disputed account of fault, or a medical dispute that […]
Short answer: Yes. Florida law requires most owners of registered four-wheel vehicles to carry $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP), even if they already have health insurance. After a car accident, PIP generally pays first. Health insurance usually comes in second, for costs PIP does not cover. To use PIP for medical care, you generally […]
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