Blog: Personal Injury

7 Costly Mistakes Victims Make After a Truck Accident (And How to Avoid Them) Blog

Dec 9, 2024

Truck accidents 1. Not Clearly Communicating All Injuries to Your Healthcare Providers In the chaos following a truck accident, it’s easy to downplay or forget to mention certain symptoms. Internal injuries, like concussions or spinal trauma, may not be immediately apparent but can lead to serious complications if untreated. Documenting these injuries thoroughly from the start can be crucial to both your health and your claim. How to Avoid This: When discussing your injuries with...

10 Years Later: Honoring Deputy Chris Smith and the Fight for Safer Practices in Law Enforcement

Nov 25, 2024

Ten years ago today, Deputy Chris Smith of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Answering a call for help, Chris had no way of knowing the grave danger that awaited him. Despite a logged warning in the Consolidated Dispatch Agency’s (CDA) system, the information was not relayed to Chris as he responded to a fire call. Ambushed at the scene, Chris became the first Leon County officer...

Your Path to Recovery: A Guide to Navigating Personal Injury Claims

Nov 13, 2024

Welcome to Your Guide At Brooks, LeBoeuf, Foster, Gwartney & Hobbs, P.A., we understand how overwhelming life can feel after an 1. First Steps After an Accident • • 2. Filing Your Personal Injury Claim • • • “What experience do you have with cases similar to mine?” • “How do you handle communication with clients?” 3. Organizing Important Documents • • • 4. Setting Goals for...

Understanding Balcony Accidents and Premises Liability in Florida

Oct 17, 2024

Balcony accidents can be devastating, often leading to severe injuries or even death. In Florida, property owners have a legal responsibility to ensure their At A notable case illustrating the dangers of faulty balconies occurred in 2000, in Miami. A 16-year-old girl tragically fell to her death from a balcony at the Hotel Inter-Continental when the railing gave way. The investigation revealed that the hotel had neglected regular inspections and maintenance of the...

Filing a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Florida: What You Need to Know to Secure Maximum Compensation

Sep 19, 2024

Motorcycle accidents This guide will walk you through the steps of filing a claim, the key factors involved, and why working with a personal injury lawyer is essential for maximizing your compensation. Why Motorcycle Accidents Are Unique in Florida Motorcycle accidents Additionally, motorcycle riders are more vulnerable on the road, often suffering more severe injuries in collisions than those in cars. These factors make it critical for accident victims to understand the claims process and...

Steps to Take if You Suspect a Loved One is Being Neglected in a Florida Group Home

Aug 26, 2024

Entrusting the care of a loved one to a Step 1: Recognize the Signs of Neglect The first step is to recognize the warning signs of neglect. Physical Indicators: Emotional Indicators: Environmental Indicators: Financial Indicators: Vigilance is key. Often, residents may be unable or unwilling to communicate their experiences, so regular visits and close observation are essential. Step 2: Document Your Observations If you suspect neglect, begin documenting everything immediately. This documentation can...

Do I Need a Lawyer if My Dog Bites Someone?

Dec 15, 2020

Are you a Florida resident and dog owner? If so, you may be wondering what to do if your dog bites someone and they decide to sue you for damages. It is usually a good idea to consult a A lawyer can argue, depending on the circumstances, that the person who was bitten by your dog either provoked the dog into attacking; was trespassing on your property when he or she was bitten;...

How Do I Choose a Personal Injury Law Attorney Near Me?

Dec 1, 2020

Have you been injured and need to choose a personal injury law attorney to represent you in a case for damages? If so, there are several factors you should consider. When you call potential attorneys, ask about their When you are choosing a On a similar note, it can be best to look for a personal injury law attorney who specializes in this area of the law. Many lawyers in your...

What are Structured Settlements and What Should I Know About Them?

Jan 26, 2020

Personal injury settlements are often reached before going to trial. They typically involve a monetary payment from the defendant to the plaintiff in exchange for an agreement to cease all further legal action. Such payments generally come in two forms: lump sums or structured payouts. A structured payout, or structured settlement, can provide regular payments to the plaintiff over an extended period of time, even the lifetime of a plaintiff if the settlement is...

What You May Want to Bring to Your First Personal Injury Meeting

Jan 22, 2020

How much do you know about your potential first personal injury meeting? Unfortunately, offending parties and insurance companies do not always do the right thing when it comes to paying damages to victims. This is just one of the reasons why partnering with an experienced personal injury attorney is one of the best ways to ensure fair compensation in the event of a wrongful injury or accident. The attorney-client relationship should be comfortable, based on...