1. Aim High The first rule for this method is “Aim high in steering”. Staying alert of the dangers and traffic ahead not only avoids rear-end collisions, but it also alerts other drivers behind your vehicle to slow down. The driver should steer and focus their attention high, so as to view the road as whole […]
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The Most Overlooked Injury in Auto and Trucking Crashes
Having practiced in the area of personal injury law in Indiana for over 35 years, I have seen one injury that is typically missed by a lot of attorneys. The symptoms can be subtle, but persistent and can have profound effects for the injured down the road. You must have patience and persistent to fully […]
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How Long Does It Take to Resolve a Personal Injury Case?
An accident whether it be a trucking, auto or fall case is not a pleasant thing to experience. It comes unexpectedly often with devastating consequences. Medical bills can pile up, income can be lost, and you can be put in a desperate financial situation. The insurance looks at your case through different lens. They want […]
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Florida PIP Law in an Auto Crash Case
Personal Injury Protection, or “No-Fault” car insurance, is mandated by the state of Florida for all drivers to carry. PIP pays for injuries you sustain in an accident regardless of who was at-fault in the accident. Just like other states that mandate PIP however, Florida has its own set of special laws and regulations. Under […]
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Dangerous Highways and Distracted Driving: A Hazardous Mixture During the Holidays in Florida
During the holiday season, many will travel on the highways around the country to visit loved ones and enjoy this wonderful time of the year. The last thing we want is the highways to be the means we hurt or injured ourselves or others on the road. Unfortunately Florida has the dubious distinction of having […]
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New Study: The Importance of Education in Brain Injury Cases
The Center on Brain Injury Research and Training (CBIRT) recently received a grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to study the effects of brain injuries on kids returning to high school. Rather than conducting new research to develop new brain injury protocols or assessment measures, the study is designed to assess the efficacy of […]
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5 Things You Must Do if You Are in An Auto Accident in Florida
Call police-It is important that the police come out and document the accident and do a report. Do not be fooled into just exchanging information as often the at-fault driver will change his story later to benefit him or her and the insurance company. The officer will document contributing factors to an accident, and the […]
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Do Not Sign a Release Without Talking to an Attorney
When you have been in an accident, it is very important not to sign any release from an insurance company before you talk to an attorney. After an accident, you may be confused, and not understand what is going on and how to properly deal with an insurance adjuster. This is when the insurance companies […]
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First Federal Opioid Trial Averted With $260 Million Settlement
Two Ohio counties and four drug companies agreed to a $260 million settlement, averting the first federal opioid trial an hour before opening arguments were scheduled to begin Monday. The deal is between distributors McKesson, AmeriSourceBergen and Cardinal Health, along with Teva Pharmaceuticals, an Israeli manufacturer, and Ohio’s Summit and Cuyahoga counties. The Washington Post reported that […]
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Are Juul E-Cigarettes Safe for the Consumer?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently investigating more than 150 cases of severe lung issues that may be tied to e-cigarettes. The cases span nearly 20 states, and many of the victims are young adults who reported symptoms like coughing, fatigue and shortness of breath. Once hailed as the healthier end-all […]
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