Category Archives: Personal Injury
What is Considered a Catastrophic Injury in Florida?
When a victim suffers a catastrophic injury in a Florida personal injury accident, their life will never be the same. By definition, a catastrophic injury leaves the victim with a permanent disability, disfigurement, or major scarring. These accidents often prevent victims from returning to work and the activities they previously enjoyed. A Florida catastrophic… Read More
How to Prove Pain and Suffering Damages in Florida
The severity of your injuries, required treatment and care, and any temporary or permanent disabilities caused by your injuries will help prove your pain and suffering damages in Florida. Because pain and suffering are, by their very nature, intangible, these damages can be difficult to document or estimate. The best way to ensure you… Read More
What is the Average Slip and Fall Settlement in Florida?
When someone suffers a Florida slip and fall injury, the case will be unique from other slip and falls. The recoverable damages in slip and fall cases are based on the injuries, losses, and expenses and could also depend on many other factors. With these many variables, it makes it impossible to determine what… Read More
How Many Florida Personal Injury Claims Go to Court?
Sometimes, suing a negligent party is the only way to recover the money you need to cover your costs and losses after a personal injury accident. However, very few personal injury lawsuits actually go to trial. Many of these civil cases do not even require filing a lawsuit. A personal injury claim based on… Read More
How are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out in Florida?
When an injured party files a personal injury claim or lawsuit and recovers a settlement in Florida, there are generally two ways to receive their payout. These two options include a lump sum single payment or multiple payments over time. As the victim of a personal injury, how your settlement is paid out is… Read More
What Fees Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge in Florida?
Different personal injury lawyers charge different kinds of fees. Many firms will charge a contingency fee, which means that the fee is contingent on the firm’s ability to win your case. You pay no fees until you win your case, and you owe nothing if you do not win. Our Florida personal injury lawyers… Read More
Florida Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury
In Florida, the statute of limitations in personal injury cases is two years from the date of the accident. Once the two-year anniversary of your accident passes, it will be much more difficult, if not impossible, for you to convince the court to accept your case. Our Florida personal injury lawyers can help you… Read More
Florida Personal Injury Guide
This Florida personal injury guide will teach you about the basics of: When you can sue for a personal injury The personal injury statute of limitations How to pursue the damages you need Hiring our Florida personal injury lawyers to manage your case Can You Sue for a Personal Injury in Florida? If your… Read More
How to Find a Good Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’re looking for a good personal injury lawyer, look no further than the attorneys at Meldon Law. Since 1971, we’ve offered comprehensive legal services to those living in the aftermath of a serious injury. We pride ourselves on our history of successful outcomes, dedication to client success, and commitment to the communities we… Read More
When to Call a Personal Injury Lawyer in Florida?
You should call a personal injury lawyer in Florida when you: Have suffered injuries and losses in an accident Know (or even just suspect) that the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence Have received medical care for your injuries and are not in immediate danger Are ready to start exploring your legal options… Read More
What to Know About HB 837
HB 837 completely transformed how the personal injury process works in Florida. This legislation, which took effect on March 24, 2023, shortens the civil statute of limitations, changes the state’s negligence law, and dictates how attorneys recover their fees. What exactly does this mean for you? It makes considering legal help more important than… Read More
How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take in Florida?
It is not possible to determine precisely how long any case will take, because every personal injury occurs under unique circumstances. While the statute of limitations in Florida gives you two years to file a lawsuit, this does not determine how long your case will take to resolve. If you or a loved one… Read More
What Should I Do If An Insurance Adjuster Calls?
If you get in any kind of accident, you’re most likely going to want to take some time to heal and recover from your injuries. However, if your injuries are serious and you have decided to file an insurance claim, you’re probably going to have to deal with an insurance adjuster shortly after your… Read More
How Do I Know if There is Chinese Drywall in My Home?
This is a good question: On its face, Chinese drywall looks exactly like US-made drywall. So, you need to look a little closer to notice its signs and effects. Here are some indicators that your drywall is Chinese drywall: The sulfur contained in the Chinese drywalls is at such a high level that when… Read More
The Purpose, Process, Advantages and Disadvantages of Mediation in a Personal Injury/Accident Case in Florida
Clients often ask, what is mediation? The intention of this article is to explain the purpose, process, advantages and disadvantages of mediation in a personal injury case, accident case in Florida. What is mediation? In short, mediation is an informal confidential, non-adversarial negotiation process that is used to resolve differences or disputes that is… Read More
How Does Social Media Affect a Personal Injury Case?
Social media is everywhere. Do you know anyone that doesn’t have a Facebook account? If you happen to know that ONE person who is not on Facebook, then odds they are one of these: LinkedIn, Google+, Instagram, Flickr, Snapchat, Twitter, Pinterest, and the list goes on. Most people believe that if they set their… Read More
