Traffic Deaths Increase in 2016

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has revealed that traffic deaths have increased dramatically in 2016. According to their statistics, the first half of the year saw a 10.4% increase in fatal accidents—a surprising spike even after an unexpected increase in traffic deaths in 2015…. read more

Preparing For Your First Consultation

If you’ve sustained injuries from an accident, your first matter of business is speaking to a personal injury attorney to discuss whether you have a case and how to move forward in the legal process. Because your time is limited during a consultation, it’s best… read more

Understanding Failure to Maintain

Many trucking accidents are a result of some type of mechanical failure in the truck that can be caught and resolved by performing routine maintenance checks. Nearly 30 percent of collisions involving large commercial trucks are caused by a failure in its trucks and tires,… read more

Accidents Caused by Drivers Playing Pokémon Go

The record-breaking mobile game Pokémon Go has had a profound impact on pop culture and entertainment, but unfortunately, it has been in the news for almost as many negative headlines as it has positive ones. One of the first unintended problems to emerge with the… read more

What to Consider When Starting a Slip and Fall Claim

If you suffered injuries after a slip and fall accident and are taking legal action, it is not enough to simply prove that the accident occurred. You must be able to show that the property owner failed to maintain his or her property reasonably safe,… read more

How to Avoid a Truck’s Blind Spots

In the hustle and bustle of a daily commute, it can be easy to forget the dangers large commercial trucks pose on the highway. Due to the sheer nature and size of a semi-truck, it’s extremely important that drivers take the necessary precautions to ensure… read more

Understanding Florida’s Car Accident Laws

Posted By Allen Law Firm P.A. || 16-Jun-2016 You have every right to pursue compensation after suffering injuries from a car accident. Before taking legal action, however, it’s important that you understand the state’s laws surrounding filing lawsuits. In this blog, our Gainesville car accident… read more

Understanding Comparative Negligence

If you’ve been injured in an accident that was caused by another individual’s negligence or recklessness, you’ll likely be pursuing compensation to relieve you of your injuries. Sometimes seeking a personal injury claim is easier than it sounds – especially when comparative negligence is a… read more

Types of Damages in Personal Injury Cases

After sustaining injuries from an accident – whether it be a car accident, slip and fall accident, bicycle accident, or pedestrian accident – you have a right to take legal action and pursue justice in the form of compensation. Depending on your claim and the… read more

What Damages Can You Recover After a Car Accident?

After suffering serious injuries from a car accident, you may be wondering what types of damages you are eligible to recover, besides the obvious medical costs. The damages injury victims are able to recover include ones that aren’t so easily quantifiable, such as pain and… read more

Why “Maximum Medical Improvement” Is Important

Accident injuries always come at an unexpected time and greatly interrupt the lives of those affected. These victims are often looking for the swiftest way to recover and get back to their lives. While one can understand their urgency, in many cases it is advised… read more

A Personal Injury Attorney Negotiates Your Medical Bills

When you have suffered a personal injury due to the negligence of others, we can help you receive a monetary settlement through a personal injury case. During this process, it is helpful that your medical treatment and bills may be paid by your auto or… read more