Category Archives: Personal Injury
Common Contributing Factors in Boating Accidents
When most people think of boating, they think of relaxing, carefree days out on the water, but the truth is that in some cases boating can be anything BUT relaxing. Boating is just as dangerous as driving, if not more so because fewer rules regulate how boats operate on open water. For instance, while… Read More »
What Is A Certificate Of Merit In A Malpractice Case, And Do I Need One?
Unfortunately, if you were injured by a medical professional in Florida, you need to do a lot more than draft and file a complaint. Because there is so much as stake in medical malpractice cases, the state of Florida requires accident victims to prove their damages via a “certificate of merit,” which is essentially… Read More »
Evidence That Can Help Your Slip And Fall Case
If you recently suffered a slip and fall that left you with serious and expensive injuries, you should exercise your right to pursue compensation via a premises liability claim. If successful in your claim, you will be awarded money to cover the cost of your medical expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and,… Read More »
Theories Of Liability In A Truck Accident Case
In typical car accident cases, accident victims may be able to recover damages under the theory of negligence – and that is about it. However, in truck accident cases, several parties may be held liable and, moreover, several theories may apply. If you or a loved one was injured in a truck accident case… Read More »
Why An Attorney May Reject Your Personal Injury Case
It is not uncommon for injured parties who seek legal representation to be rejected by the first, second, or even third personal injury attorney whom they interview. If this happens to you, do not be discouraged. Just as you are evaluating lawyers to find the one that is right for you, so too are… Read More »
Is Your Personal Injury Settlement Taxable?
When accident victims settle their personal injury claims, one of the first things that many want to know is, “Is the personal injury settlement taxable?” It is a reasonable question, as Uncle Sam does have his hands in most pots, including one’s income, lottery winnings, and in some states, even alimony payments. If you… Read More »
Can You Recover Compensation For A TBI Sustained In A Car Accident?
A TBI, or traumatic brain injury, is one of the most catastrophic of all types of injuries that a person can sustain in a personal injury accident. TBIs occurs when a person hits his or her head on an object with excessive force, or when a person’s neck snaps back and forth hard enough… Read More »
What Damages Can I Recover In A Drunk Driving Case?
If you were involved in a drunk driving accident in Miami and if you sustained serious injuries as a result, you likely feel angry, frustrated, and hopeless. Car accident injuries can result in significant medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost wages. Then there are the damages that cannot be calculated, such as emotional duress,… Read More »
Punitive Damages In Florida DUI Cases
We recently published a post discussing the types of damages one may collect in a Florida DUI accident case, but while we touched briefly on punitive damages, we did not expand on what they are and when they might be appropriate. At Spencer Morgan Law, our goal is to help victims of negligence recover… Read More »
What Is The Difference Between Compensatory Damages And Punitive Damages?
If you were injured in an accident caused by someone’s else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. In order to collect those damages, you will have to file a personal injury claim. Compensation is not automatic once you do this. Rather, the defendant’s insurance company will review your claim and… Read More »