What to Know About Car Accident Reports in Miami, FL

September 6, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents

Florida State Law requires a driver to report a car accident to police when: Someone is injured or killed; ORProperty damage exceeds $500 The easiest way to report an accident to the police is by calling 911. Most car accidents involve property damage above $500 — even simple fender benders can cost hundreds of...

What Are the Odds of Dying in a Car Accident?

September 3, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents

Many factors determine your odds of dying in a car accident. For example, if you rarely travel by motor vehicle, your odds may be lower than someone who is on the road each day. However, the National Safety Council took a look at the overall lifetime odds of death for several causes. In the...

What is the Difference Between Medical Malpractice and Medical Negligence?

August 23, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Medical Malpractice

When a medical professional causes harm to a patient, the patient may be able to recover compensation for their injuries through a medical malpractice claim or lawsuit. You might have heard people use the term “medical negligence” instead of medical malpractice. However, the terms are not synonymous in Florida. The Florida Supreme Court has...

What is the Average Settlement For a Miami Personal Injury Claim?

August 23, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury

Have you been injured in Miami, FL, as a result of someone else’s negligence? If so, you may be able to recover compensation for losses like your medical bills, lost wages, and more. You can typically pursue money through an insurance claim or lawsuit. A qualified personal injury attorney can maximize your chances of...

What You Should and Should Not Do After a Car Accident in Miami, FL

August 16, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, tens of thousands of motor vehicle accidents occur in Miami-Dade County every year. Hopefully, you’ll never be involved in a car accident in Miami. However, it’s important to know what you should and should not do if you are involved in a collision....

How Safe Are Motor Scooters in Miami, FL?

August 11, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury

For many, motor scooters provide a convenient way of traveling around Miami, FL. However, you may have questions regarding how safe these motor scooters are in a crowded city environment like South Florida. Numerous factors influence motor scooter safety. The following overview will help you better understand them. What is a Motor Scooter? A...

Are You Suffering From PTSD After A Miami Car Accident?

August 11, 2021 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Florida, you can typically seek compensation for losses related to your accident by filing a claim or lawsuit. Although legislation to make Florida an at-fault state is pending, it currently remains a no-fault state for car accidents and car insurance. That means your primary method...

When a Case Doesn’t Settle in Mediation, Here’s What’s Next

May 15, 2019 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury

When it comes to choosing mediation to “argue” a Personal Injury related case, there are many solid reasons to go this route. The choice to use mediation (if it suits the particulars of the case) can speed up the legal process, provide a more concise handling of the case, and it’s known to be...

Commercial Trucking Insurance for Florida’s Trucking Carriers, Operators

February 1, 2019 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents

In busy cities like Miami, Florida our daily lives move quickly. We don’t often think that an accident can occur in the blink of an eye, and that we may not be prepared for the outcome. That’s what insurance policies are in place for. In our car insurance, motorcycle insurance, and health insurance write-ups we’ve given our readers...

Why Do Lawyers Turn Down Cases? Hint: It’s Not Personal!

August 13, 2018 | Sagi Shaked | Legal Information

A great deal of lawyers will offer potential clients a free case evaluation or free consultation to get a better picture of the legal issue at hand. An initial consultation, it should be noted, doesn’t qualify an attorney-client relationship. In fact, there are instances where a lawyer will offer his or her time free...