FAQs
What is Uninsured Motorist Coverage Insurance and Why Do I Need It?
Insurance is a topic that I feel extremely passionate about based on my 37 years of doing all I can to fight for justice for the injured as an accident attorney! Please read about my full insurance tips and recommendations in this Library Article. Beware, even if you are completely innocent in an accident,… Read More
What is the Penalty for Failing to Stop for a School Bus in Florida and Are There Any Other Consequences?
As an accident attorney, that has seen the devastating effects of school bus accidents involving a child hit by a car, I can say that this is an important topic to be reminded of as school is starting. Below I have given the penalties, however, keep in mind the biggest penalty is not the… Read More
What is the Law in Florida for Using Blinkers When Making a Turn?
Florida law is very clear about this, and violation of failing to use turning signals properly can result in a traffic ticket. Below is a summary of the laws, for more information see, Turning Signals; Know the Law for Safe Driving. As an accident attorney I know how important it is for a driver… Read More
What is the Difference Between Personal Injury and Wrongful Death?
As an accident and wrongful death attorney in north central Florida with more than 30 years experience, I urge victims and their families to seek counsel from a knowledgeable attorney, who is experienced in handling such cases. Every wrongful death is individual. Feel free to give me a call at 800-373-8000 if you would… Read More
What Is PIP Coverage In Florida? A Simple Guide
People are often confused about what PIP is, whose insurance company pays out the benefits in the event of an accident, and what is meant by Florida being a “no-fault” state. Below, we detail what you need to know about PIP coverage in Florida. What Is PIP Coverage in Florida? The laws surrounding PIP… Read More
What is a “Seat Belt Defense”?
There are legal consequences of not wearing a seat belt that should be taken into consideration in addition to the safety factor. One of them is called the seat belt defense. In Florida, insurance companies can claim a seat belt defense if the injured person was not wearing a seat belt at the time… Read More
What is a Bad Faith Insurance Claim? Do I Have a Claim?
Bad Faith lawsuits can be difficult to understand, primarily because the party being sued, the insurance carrier was not involved in the originally disputed incident. Instead, the carrier is sued for Bad Faith because of how it (mis)handled the original incident after it has occurred. Perhaps an example will help to clarify this confusing… Read More
What Happens if I Was Hit by a Driver Who Has No Insurance?
It is a sad fact that if you are injured in an accident, even if you were not at fault, you may be stuck paying thousands of dollars in medical bills because the other driver had no insurance. An option to help reduce this risk is to carry Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage yourself. While it… Read More
What Are Some Ways That Head-on Collisions Can Be Prevented in Gainesville and Ocala?
As an accident attorney for the Gainesville and Ocala area and it’s surrounding rural communities, I can say that this is a very important question and topic, as head-on collisions are very serious and can often cause fatalities and serious injury. In addition, head-on crashes occur more commonly on rural roads. Most of the… Read More
What Do I Do at a Four Way Stop? What Are the Rules in Gainesville?
According to Florida law, Florida Statutes Section 316.123, when you are approaching a four way stop, the first person to come to a complete stop is given the right to pull through the intersection. If more than one person stops at the same time, the person to the right has the right-of-way and may… Read More
