How Trucking Accidents Differ From Car Accidents
September 29, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Large truck accidents cause thousands of traffic deaths and traumatic injuries each year. In 2021, approximately 154,993 people were injured, and 5,788 died in commercial truck accidents in the United States. Over 6% of fatal truck accidents occurred in Florida. Sharing the road with semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other large vehicles can be dangerous. Trucking...
Read moreHow Long Should I Wait Before Going to a Chiropractor After a Miami Car Accident?
August 25, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, a chiropractor may be able to help treat your injuries and speed up your recovery. Chiropractors can realign your spine, offer pain relief, and more. However, you may be unsure about when to visit a chiropractor after a car accident and what next steps to take...
Read moreWhat Is the Difference Between Personal Injury Case Managers and Paralegals?
August 10, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
A small law firm might consist of one lawyer and one receptionist. A slightly larger law firm might consist of three or four lawyers plus a support staff. Two of the most common roles played by support staff are personal injury case manager and paralegal. These roles are distinct, although, in practice, their duties...
Read moreHow Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Make in Miami, Florida?
August 4, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
Unlike most other lawyers, Miami personal injury lawyers don’t charge by the “billable hour.” Instead, they use the contingency fee system to determine how much you must pay for their services. For this reason, it is impossible to predict in advance exactly how much money a Miami personal injury lawyer will make representing you....
Read moreHow Serious Does a Car Accident Have to Be for Airbags to Deploy?
July 19, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
It is difficult to find a car on the road these days that does not have airbags to protect motorists in the event of a crash. Airbags have been required in all new vehicles since the 1999 model year. Since then, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that over 50,000 lives have been...
Read moreContingency Fees in a Personal Injury Case in Florida
July 13, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
After sustaining a personal injury, you face an uncertain future. You might suffer from physical disabilities or develop long-term complications. Worse yet, your injuries might prevent you from working, thereby endangering your financial stability. When your injuries resulted from someone else’s intentional or negligent actions, you may have a solid legal claim to bring...
Read moreWhat Happens if I Do Not Report a Car Accident in Florida?
July 3, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
Florida law imposes many obligations on drivers involved in car accidents. These laws help police officers investigate crashes and produce accident reports. They also ensure that people involved in the accident have the information they need to pursue PIP benefits and a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver, if necessary. Although drivers benefit...
Read moreWhat Impact Will Uber Freight Have on the Trucking Industry in Florida?
July 1, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Founded in 2009, Uber has grown into a transportation giant that boasts over 100 million monthly users in the United States alone. Whether you need to get to work or across town for an event, Uber connects those who require transportation with individuals willing to drive them to their destinations for a clearly identified...
Read moreHow Long After a Miami Car Accident Can You Claim Compensation for Your Injuries?
June 22, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
After a Miami car accident, you may be focused on essential tasks, including repairing your vehicle and seeking medical treatment for injuries. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you might be out of work while you recover. You may also be focused on how to make ends meet without a paycheck. The stress...
Read moreThe Difference Between Worker’s Compensation and Personal Injury in Florida
June 20, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
If you suffer a work-related injury, you might seek compensation by filing a workers’ compensation or personal injury claim. These two approaches are procedurally distinct from each other. Typically, you cannot file both a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim – but there are exceptions. The Florida Workers’ Compensation Division administers the...
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