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Bill Allen | November 28, 2023 | Uncategorized

College is a time to learn, mature, and have fun. College students assume they will be safe attending school and living on campus. Unfortunately, dangers on college campuses can result in severe injuries for college students.  There are a number of colleges and universities in… read more

Bill Allen | November 27, 2023 | Uncategorized

While falls, car wrecks, and sports injuries cause the majority of the nation’s approximately 17,730 new cases of spinal cord injuries each year, the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC) reports that approximately 4.3 percent of all spinal cord injuries are due to medical… read more

Bill Allen | November 24, 2023 | Uncategorized

Insurance companies pay most personal injury settlements. An auto insurer might pay a car accident settlement, for example, while a homeowner’s insurance company might pay out on a dog bite claim.  Nevertheless, you will probably need to negotiate for weeks or months to reach an… read more

Bill Allen | November 24, 2023 | Uncategorized

Even though Florida is a no-fault state for car insurance, that does not necessarily mean you are barred from filing a car accident claim against the at-fault driver. Florida no-fault insurance laws have exceptions that allow accident victims to sue the other driver for damages…. read more

Bill Allen | November 24, 2023 | Uncategorized

Slips and falls can happen anywhere, including on school property. This leaves many students and parents to wonder, “Is a school responsible for a slip and fall accident on its property?” It is an important question after a child has been injured. The short answer… read more

Bill Allen | November 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Regardless of the cause, head trauma should be taken seriously. According to the CDC, head injuries result in about 1.5 million traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) each year. Among those who sustain a TBI, more than 50,000 lose their lives.  Even for those who survive, many… read more

Bill Allen | November 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

When you took a driver’s education course, you probably learned that you pass other cars on the left, not the right. While this is a good general guideline, different states have varying laws regarding passing on the right.  So, is it illegal to pass on… read more

Bill Allen | November 3, 2023 | Uncategorized

Every time you pull out of your driveway and get on the road, whether in Ocala, Florida, or anywhere in the country, you’re taking on some level of risk. Though being a safe driver yourself might reduce your chances of getting into an accident, it’s… read more

Bill Allen | October 30, 2023 | Uncategorized

The WHO estimates that concussions occur each year at a rate of roughly 600 per 100,000. While many people get concussions as a result of hitting their heads in a sports-related injury, the causes for this mild form of traumatic brain injury are vast. While… read more

Bill Allen | October 30, 2023 | Uncategorized

Riding a bike can be an excellent way to get fresh air, exercise, and commute in Florida. But riding a bicycle can also be dangerous, particularly due to the negligent behaviors of drivers you’re expected to share the road with.  Bicycle accidents can cause severe… read more

Bill Allen | October 25, 2023 | Uncategorized

The hot, bright Florida sun can be a blessing and a curse for residents and visitors. While the warm sun draws tourists and leads to long, enjoyable days at the beach, it can be a distraction and nuisance when you are driving. The sun not… read more

Bill Allen | October 25, 2023 | Uncategorized

We have a financial and emotional investment in our property. Unfortunately, property damage has many causes, including the negligence of others. If you have sustained property damage, it is important to understand five key concepts about these claims in Florida. Allen Law Accident & Injury… read more