Personal Injury Blog

Bill Allen | July 12, 2023 | Personal Injury

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 | Car Accidents

“Someone hit my parked car.” Can you file a car accident claim if someone hits your parked car in Ocala, Florida? The short answer is probably not, at least regarding a claim against the at-fault party.  Like most questions relating to the law, however, it… read more

Bill Allen | July 12, 2023 | Car Accidents

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 | Personal Injury

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 | Car Accidents

Florida is one of only 12 states to use no-fault insurance. Florida’s system limits the time you have to see a doctor if you plan to pursue a no-fault claim under your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance policy. This time limit helps insurers verify that… read more

Bill Allen | June 16, 2023 | Personal Injury

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 | Car Accidents

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 | Car Accidents

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 | Medical Malpractice

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 | Personal Injury

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 | June 1, 2023 | Dog Bites

According to the age-old adage, a dog is a man’s best friend. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. While many dogs are friendly, some breeds of dogs tend to be more aggressive than others. These aggressive dogs may bite humans. And since dogs have… read more

Bill Allen | May 23, 2023 | Car Accidents

Florida law requires you to report most car accidents. Because of how the law is written, it applies to almost all collisions except those that cause minor paint scratches. Florida’s crash reporting laws even apply when you hit an unattended vehicle. Violating this law comes… read more