Author: Searcy Law

July 5, 2023

The Most Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents in Florida and How to Avoid Them

Being injured in a bicycle accident can be devastating. It almost goes without saying that a cyclist is no match for an oncoming car. Such cases can result in paralysis, other serious injuries, or even wrongful death. Understanding the causes of such injuries and how to avoid them can help …

July 3, 2023

The Impact of Defective Products on Florida Consumers: Types of Product Liability Claims

Defective products can lead to serious injuries and even the wrongful death of you or a loved one. Cases that stem from defective products come in a variety of forms and can involve a range of defendants. Understanding how defective products can impact Florida consumers, which parties may be held …

June 30, 2023

Florida’s Dog Bite Laws: Liability and Compensation for Victims

Dog bites can lead to serious injuries on the part of the victim. Such injuries can include scarring, nerve damage, the loss of limbs, and even wrongful death in some cases. Florida cases involving dog bites differ from other areas of personal injury law in regard to the determination …

June 28, 2023

How to Calculate Damages in a Florida Personal Injury Case

There are several misperceptions as to how damages are calculated in a personal injury case. Common misbeliefs range from thinking that there is a standard formula for calculating damages to believing that punitive damages are common. The truth of the matter is that damages are determined on a case-by-case …

June 23, 2023

The Different Types of Damages You May Be Entitled to in a Product Liability Case in Florida

Defective products can lead to serious injuries. As in any other catastrophic injury case, the damages which the victim suffers from such an event can be substantial. The types of damages to which you may be entitled can be broken down into three categories. These categories include economic damages, …

June 21, 2023

The Role of Expert Witnesses in Product Liability Cases in Florida

Product liability cases are some of the most complicated matters which arise in personal injury law. Such cases involve complicated issues regarding the design, manufacture, and foreseeable uses of products. A Plaintiff will in all likelihood be unable to prove their case at trial without the use of expert …

June 16, 2023

The Most Dangerous Intersections for Car Accidents in Florida

Florida has beautiful weather year round. This means that people are likely to spend more of the year outside and are also likely to spend more time on the road. While there are many benefits to this, one downside is that more time on the road equates to a …

June 14, 2023

What You Need to Know About Florida’s No-Fault Car Insurance Law

Florida is in a minority of states which employ a “no-fault” personal injury system. This results in car accident victims first having to file a claim against their own insurance before submitting a claim to a defendant’s carrier. Understanding the workings of this system, as well as what to …

June 12, 2023

The Importance of Seeking Medical Attention After a Truck Accident in Florida

If you have been involved in a truck accident then you have likely suffered serious injuries. Even if your injuries are more minor, however, it is important that you seek immediate medical attention. Failing to do so can potentially result in you receiving less than the full amount of …

June 9, 2023

The Importance of Hiring an Experienced Truck Accident Lawyer in Florida

Most people do not know what to do next after they have been involved in a truck accident. This is understandable given the extreme nature of such cases. Wisely, most victims immediately contact an attorney. It must be understood, however, that it may not be enough to simply call …

June 7, 2023

The Role of Insurance Companies in Truck Accident Cases in Florida

Insurance coverage is an important aspect of any personal injury case. The process of dealing with insurance adjusters can be complicated. This level of complication can be magnified for a number of reasons in truck accident cases. Understanding Florida’s no-fault insurance system, as well as the role of insurance …

June 2, 2023

Understanding the Role of Negligence in Truck Accidents in Florida

Being hit by a semi-truck can leave a victim seriously injured and unsure as to what they should do next. Understanding how the law applies to your situation can quickly become complicated. This is, in part, due to the fact that the negligence of numerous parties will play a …

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