Personal Injury Blog

Bill Allen | August 4, 2023 | Uncategorized

Almost everyone has fallen on their tailbone at one point or another. If it has happened to you, you know that hitting your tailbone on the ground can be painful, and that pain and discomfort can sometimes persist for hours or days after the fall…. read more

Bill Allen | July 26, 2023 | Uncategorized

A deposition cannot take place until after you file a personal injury lawsuit. However, just because you file a lawsuit doesn’t necessarily mean that your case will go to trial. Many personal injury victims file lawsuits for the sole purpose of gaining access to the… read more

Bill Allen | July 18, 2023 | Uncategorized

With plenty of sunny days ahead, now is the perfect time to brush up on your motorcycle safety before hitting the road again. Whether you need an introduction to motorcycle safety, you are a returning rider, or your skills are advanced, there is a safety… read more

Bill Allen | July 12, 2023 | Uncategorized

Florida is a no-fault state for car insurance. Drivers are required to carry $10,000 in PIP (Personal Injury Protection) coverage. If you are involved in a car accident, you file a claim with your PIP insurance company regardless of who caused the crash. However, PIP… read more

Bill Allen | July 12, 2023 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been injured in an accident due to the negligence of another, a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer can help you decide if filing a claim or lawsuit is the right course of action. Before attending your initial consultation, it’s important to… read more

Bill Allen | July 12, 2023 | Uncategorized

Running a red light is not only against the law but can also be extremely dangerous and deadly. Unfortunately, some people run red lights for various reasons, including medical emergencies and impatience. While people have many reasons for running red lights, the consequences of this… read more

Bill Allen | June 22, 2023 | Uncategorized

Most personal injury cases settle out of court. Sometimes personal injury victims negotiate, then file a lawsuit, and then settle out of court while litigation is pending. This is more common than most people think. A few cases will proceed all the way to trial…. read more

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