13DecFlorida premises liability laws require business and property owners to ensure the premises or property they manage is safe for others. Property or business owners can be held financially accountable for resulting losses if someone sustains injuries on their property due to a condition that the owner knew or should have known about.
13DecA small percentage of personal injury cases lead to a trial, with some circumstances potentially turning a claim into a court proceeding. Several factors influence how many personal injury cases go to trial.
13DecIf you're wondering when to get a personal injury lawyer in Palm Harbor, Florida, it's generally best to do so if you sustain injuries in an accident and believe another party is liable. The right personal injury attorney can represent you in a personal injury claim or lawsuit as you seek compensation from the parties responsible for your injuries.
13DecThe recent comparative fault reform in Florida brings changes that impact individuals involved in personal injury cases. This reform introduces changes to the state’s legal framework regarding shared fault in accidents. Under the new law, if a plaintiff is found to bear some degree of responsibility for the accident that led to his or her […]
13DecThe Florida Tort Reform Bill 837 shortens the statute of limitations for injury cases, shifts to a modified comparative fault system, and introduces new standards for determining medical damages. It also lowers the liability of property owners in premises liability cases and creates loopholes for insurance companies to offer low settlements.
13DecAs of 2023, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Florida has undergone an update, shortening it from four years to two years from the time of the injury. The statute of limitations gives you a limited amount of time to file a claim or lawsuit against liable parties that caused a personal injury.