Personal Injury Blog

Bill Allen | March 26, 2021 | Uncategorized

Injuries due to another party’s intentional misconduct or negligence can result in catastrophic consequences. In addition to severe injuries, you might experience overwhelming emotional distress and financial losses. Florida’s personal injury laws allow you to seek compensation for your damages. If this is your first… read more

Bill Allen | March 24, 2021 | Uncategorized

This question is common, especially for teen drivers or adults just learning how to drive. It is also an important question. You do not want to reduce the effectiveness of your Antilock Brake System (ABS) by making a mistake in a moment of panic. What… read more

Bill Allen | March 18, 2021 | Uncategorized

Cars, trucks, and SUVs go through a lot on Florida roads. They have become the primary way individuals get to work, school, or other destinations. As a result, passenger vehicles can experience general wear and tear and even serious damage. One of the most common… read more

Bill Allen | March 17, 2021 | Uncategorized

Yes. Florida police can ticket you for jaywalking anywhere in the Sunshine State, even if there were no cars around when you jaywalked. Jaywalking is when a pedestrian crosses a roadway illegally. You’ve probably seen others jaywalk or even done it yourself. While it might… read more

Bill Allen | March 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

Bicyclists must obey traffic laws when they are riding on Gainesville roads and streets. However, can a bicyclist be charged with driving under the influence? Is a bicycle considered a “vehicle” for the purposes of a DUI charge in Florida? Let’s examine what a DUI… read more

Bill Allen | March 12, 2021 | Uncategorized

Many people enjoy alcoholic beverages in their homes and when they go out to restaurants, entertainment venues, and social gatherings. As long as you are of legal age, there is generally nothing illegal about consuming alcohol. However, if you drink and drive, you could be… read more

Bill Allen | March 10, 2021 | Uncategorized

Tiger cubs are adorable and cute, but they grow to become ferocious animals. A tiger might become a tamer in captivity if it lives with humans, but it is still not domesticated. It will always be a wild animal. For that reason, Florida prohibits individuals… read more

Bill Allen | January 11, 2021 | Uncategorized

The brain stem is located in the posterior region of the brain. It serves as the main connective trunk between the brain and the spinal column in mammals, including human beings. This vital piece of human physiology controls various bodily functions, including breathing, digestion, and… read more

Bill Allen | December 31, 2020 | Uncategorized

Sometimes, we hear the word lawyer and sometimes we hear the word attorney. They mean the same thing, right? Or is there any difference between a lawyer and an attorney?  In common language, our day-to-day discussions, we probably mean the same thing when we talk… read more

Bill Allen | December 30, 2020 | Uncategorized

Some legal documents must be served on the individuals named in the lawsuit. In a personal injury case, the initial complaint must be served on the defendant. The defendant is the person or party being sued for damages. A personal injury lawsuit begins with the… read more

Bill Allen | December 29, 2020 | Uncategorized

Over 99% of women of reproductive age who have ever been sexually active have used at least one form of birth control. One popular brand of intrauterine hormonal birth control, Mirena, has been associated with a collection of symptoms called the “Mirena crash.”  Hormonal birth… read more

Bill Allen | December 23, 2020 | Uncategorized

A common misconception among non-lawyers is that all lawyers are rich. Many lawyers dedicate their careers to public service work or non-profit advocacy. They earn reasonable salaries. But the practice of law can be a lucrative career, particularly for ambitious specialists. The list of the… read more