Personal Injury Blog

Bill Allen | May 29, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents Near Gainesville Florida

In the last post, we outlined the first steps to take following a motorcycle accident. It can be difficult to remain calm following a Gainesville motorcycle accident, but following the steps outlined in this blog series will make sure everyone is safe and that you… read more

Bill Allen | May 22, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents Near Gainesville Florida

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month. Groups across the country will be hosting events throughout this month that highlight safety measures that should be taken when riding a motorcycle. These events provide important information that can keep everybody on the road safe, including pedestrians. Yet,… read more

Bill Allen | March 29, 2018 | Gainesville Personal Injury Law News

According to the U.S. Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the U.S. each year. While some of these bites only result in minor scratches, serious dog attacks can result in life-altering injuries, intense and lingering trauma, lifelong phobias,… read more

Bill Allen | March 27, 2018 | Central Florida Wrongful Death Lawyer

In the last two posts, we’ve answered quite a lot of questions regarding wrongful death actions. But before you contact wrongful death attorneys to help you navigate through your case, it’s important to have a complete understanding of what exactly is involved in a wrongful… read more

Bill Allen | March 15, 2018 | Central Florida Wrongful Death Lawyer

In the last post, we answered some common questions about wrongful death attorneys and actions. However, it’s important to have sufficient knowledge about wrongful death actions before taking one on behalf of a loved one. Here’s the second installment of our complete FAQ about wrongful… read more

Bill Allen | March 8, 2018 | Gainesville Personal Injury Law News

‘Wrongful death‘ is a term thrown around quite frequently in the legal industry. But before you can understand whether or not you have a case, it’s important to reach out to a Florida attorney to discuss the specific details of the incident. Navigating through a… read more

Bill Allen | January 3, 2018 | Gainesville Personal Injury Law News

It can be extremely dangerous to ride a bicycle when sharing the road with motor vehicles. In 2015 alone, approximately 467,000 American bicyclists suffered an injury, and 1,000 lost their lives in a fatal accident. Even biking in the designated lanes for bicyclists can be… read more

Bill Allen | December 26, 2017 | Gainesville Personal Injury Law News

Injuries happen all the time. From car accidents alone, approximately 3 million people are injured every year on roadways in the United States. If you have been injured in an auto accident, it’s important to consider seeking legal assistance so that you can receive fair… read more

Bill Allen | December 22, 2017 | Central Florida Personal Injury Lawyer

Someone stopped by our office the other day and asked us if talking to the ‘other insurance company’ was a good idea. We often get ‘walk-ins’ at our office, and even though we make appointments in the interest of efficiency, we love when people feel… read more

Bill Allen | November 27, 2017 | Car Accident Lawyer Near Gainesville Florida

Be prepared:  Keep this checklist in your glove compartment along with an instant camera if you do not have a smartphone. Immediately after the accident: Your immediate safety needs attention.  If there is potential for risk to you, please stay in your car. Move to a… read more

Bill Allen | November 17, 2017 | Car Accident Lawyer Near Gainesville Florida

At Allen Law Firm, we often get questions about Diminished Value Claims.  Diminished Value (DV) claims involve a claim for the difference between what a pre-accident car was worth, and the market value of the car, post-repair.  If the accident was clearly caused by another… read more

Bill Allen | November 8, 2017 | Central Florida Personal Injury Lawyer

We are often asked by our clients why an attorney is so important for a personal injury case.  It may be that the driver at fault is insured by a large, familiar insurance company that the client feels is a good company and therefore, must… read more