5 Top Tips for Avoiding Accidents on the Road

We look forward to getting our driver’s licenses from a young age, counting down the days until our 16th birthday comes around and we finally get that shiny car allowing us to take control of the road. But with that shiny new car comes a… read more

Why do we celebrate Memorial Day?

Our Memorial Day Holiday is the way that our country reflect’s upon and remembers the many people that have died while serving in our country’s armed forces.  In earlier Memorial celebrations in our country,  we gathered to recognize and celebrate nationalism in a way that brought… read more

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Wearing a helmet while riding may mean the difference between life and death. But did you know that Florida repealed its universal helmet law in 2000? In Florida, if you are over the age of 21 and have at least $10,000 of Medical Payment coverage,… read more

Car Seats Actually Expire -Did you know about this?

We were surprised about some of the items on this list of things everyone should know about car seats: 1. Car seats have an expiration date. Most car seats expire after 5-8 years. Check your car seat manual for the expiration date. Car seats are… read more

Our Newest Team Member !

Please join Bill and Ginny in welcoming the newest member of the Allen Law Firm team! Their first grandchild, Brice Virginia Burchfield

REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” – MLK Every year on the third Monday in January our country celebrates the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. One of the most influential figures in our… read more

Common Holiday Accidents and Injuries

As the year winds down, the winter months are often spent enjoying time with family and friends at various holiday functions and outings. In the hustle and bustle of last- minute holiday shopping and putting up holiday decorations, many people don’t realize that this time… read more

Negligence and Duty of Care in Personal Injury

There is no limit or cap to the types of accidents that can result in serious injury. Regardless of the type of accident, whether it be a car accident or slip and fall mishap, determining who is legally responsible for the injuries you’ve sustained usually… read more

Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Personal Injury Claim

If you’ve been injured in an accident and are unsure as to whether or not you have a personal injury case, your first plan of action should be to consult a lawyer. Should he or she find that you have grounds to pursue legal action,… read more

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