Personal Injury Blog

Bill Allen | June 16, 2023 | Uncategorized

A juror is an important part of our justice system, ensuring fair and unbiased decision making. Jurors are essential to the process of reaching a verdict and acting as representatives for their community.  In order to participate in this vital role, there are several legal… read more

Bill Allen | June 15, 2023 | Uncategorized

The statute of limitations sets the ultimate deadline for you to file a lawsuit over a Gainesville car accident. Other formal and informal deadlines apply as well. For the sake of your claim, it is important that you don’t miss any applicable deadline. The assistance… read more

Bill Allen | June 8, 2023 | Uncategorized

Distracted driving is a major cause of car accidents across the country. These accidents are prevalent in part because many people engage in distracted driving behaviors unknowingly. That’s because distracted driving is more than texting or talking on your phone while driving. Distracted driving can… read more

Bill Allen | June 7, 2023 | Uncategorized

Medical malpractice and medical negligence cause injuries and harm to patients. The difference between negligence and malpractice has to do with intent. A Gainesville personal injury lawyer can help you decide whether to file a negligence vs. malpractice claim. Medical Malpractice Definition  Malpractice occurs when… read more

Bill Allen | June 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

It is very common to sue an individual or a company for a personal injury claim. Government tort claims, however, involve a different set of rules and restrictions. Under the principle of sovereign immunity, you cannot sue the government without its permission. In the State… read more

Bill Allen | May 22, 2023 | Uncategorized

Society has an interest in making sure that people can trust their attorneys not to disclose private communications. The attorney-client privilege prevents compelled disclosure of your communications with your attorney.  This includes protection from disclosures to parties such as business associates, competitors, government agencies, and… read more

Bill Allen | May 18, 2023 | Uncategorized

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive and degenerative brain disease that, instead of resulting from a virus or other pathogen, is caused by repeated head trauma. Doctors do not fully understand exactly how CTE begins or evolves, but they know that a history of… read more

Bill Allen | May 17, 2023 | Uncategorized

Suffering a serious injury can be a painful and distressing experience. It can get even worse, however, if you lost your job due to injury. Fortunately, Florida allows you to claim compensation for lost earnings under certain circumstances. You can even seek compensation for estimated… read more

Bill Allen | May 13, 2023 | Uncategorized

It is impossible to determine exactly how much money you can receive from an Ocala, Florida, car accident without knowing the details of your claim. Even then, forecasting can be difficult. It is possible, however, to explain the factors that determine compensation as a passenger…. read more

Bill Allen | May 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Florida’s right-of-way laws are meant to keep drivers and their loved ones safe as they travel throughout the state. In Florida, no one has the right of way. That’s because state law only mentions who is required to yield the right of way. Consequently, this… read more

Bill Allen | May 5, 2023 | Uncategorized

The Florida Legislature passed sweeping tort reform this year. On March 24, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 837 into law. Governor DeSantis said tort reform was necessary to prevent predatory practices by trial lawyers and reduce frivolous personal injury lawsuits. The new law impacts… read more

Bill Allen | May 4, 2023 | Uncategorized

A workplace accident can cause severe injuries, leading to significant medical expenses and lost wages. As a result, you could be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. You might also have a third-party claim depending on the circumstances surrounding your work injury.  Knowing what to do… read more