Economic damages in Florida are losses that can be financially measured to the dollar. They are a type of loss from an accident that can be totaled up to an exact amount. Economic damages may be money that you have to pay because of an accident. They can also include ways that you lose out …
Read MoreFlorida non-economic damages are a category of compensation that personal injury accident victims may claim in their case. Non-economic damages compensate a victim for all of the intangible, or non-economic, ways that they suffer because of an injury accident. Non-economic damages typically accompany economic damages in relative proportion to the seriousness of the accident. If …
Read MoreCompensatory damages are the basis of every personal injury accident. Compensatory damages provide a victim with monetary payment for their losses. When you’re hurt in an accident, you have the right to claim compensatory damages. In fact, compensatory damages are the basis of any injury claim. As an accident victim, it’s important to understand what …
Read MoreWhen you’re making travel plans, you may want to include one of Florida’s many amusement parks in your plans. You might wonder what various amusement parks have to say about entry for convicted sex offenders. You might wonder if state laws prohibit entry for sex offenders. There are both state laws and private policies that …
Read MoreMiami cannabis laws cover a wide range of topics. Possession of marijuana, in general, remains illegal in Miami and throughout Florida. However, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office has a policy of non-enforcement for minor amounts of cannabis. Medical marijuana is allowed in Miami and throughout Florida. Residents and visitors alike need to be aware of …
Read MoreLoss of enjoyment of life is a type of financial compensation that may be available in a Florida car accident case. It is a type of non-economic damages. It relates to the victim’s changes in lifestyle and the limitations that a victim has because of the accident. If you’re the victim of a car accident …
Read MoreWhat is the personal injury statute of limitations? If you’ve been hurt in an injury accident, you may be wondering about the answer to that question. The statute of limitations is the amount of time that you have to file a lawsuit. The time limit is set by each state. It can vary based on …
Read MoreWhen a loved one dies, the family they leave behind suffers in many different ways. The emotional pain is agonizing. In addition, family members may have relied on their loved one for financial and personal support. Florida law recognizes wrongful death claims. When a loved one passes away because of the negligent or reckless conduct …
Read MoreMultitasking while driving is something that most of us admit to doing. It can be tempting to read a document, fix your hair, or even enjoy that cheeseburger while you’re behind the wheel. But driving while multitasking is dangerous. When you take your complete concentration off the roads, the risk of an accident drastically increases. …
Read MoreThe dangers of vaping are quickly becoming more evident. One of the many dangers of vaping is the explosion of a vape pen. When a vape pen explodes, it can seriously injure the user and cause lasting complications. If a vape pen has injured you, you may deserve financial compensation. Florida law recognizes lawsuits based …
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