Florida Personal Injury Court Process
Florida has its own set of laws regarding personal injury court cases. Learn how Florida defines causation in court, how the mediation and arbitration process works and how long your personal injury case may take.
The Role of the Guardian Ad Litem in Personal Injury Cases Involving MinorsAdvice From Your South Florida Accident Attorney - When a personal injury case involves injuries to a minor due to the negligence of another, the resulting legal proceedings are somewhat different than a case involving an adult. Depending on the circumstances, the court may have to follow specific procedures in order to adequately safeguard the rights of the minor.
Read more- What Medical Documentation Do You Need for a Successful Personal Injury Claim?
Proper documentation is key to a successful claim. Working with an experienced personal injury attorney can help.
Read more - How Does Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Work in Florida?
If you own a car in Florida, you are required to have Personal Injury Protection (PIP) on your auto insurance policy.
Read more - Mediation and Arbitration in Personal Injury Cases, Explained
Alternative dispute resolution can be a better way to approach personal injury cases. The three main ways to do this are through negotiation, mediation and arbitration.
Read more - How the Causation Element Works in Florida Personal Injury
In Florida, personal injury lawsuits require that the plaintiff show that the defendant(s) directly caused or substantially contributed to the injuries at-issue. Read on to learn more about causation.
Read more - Common Defenses in Personal Injury Cases
A Report From Your Broward Personal Injury Lawyer - The District Court for the Middle District of Florida recently decided a court case addressing two common issues in personal injury cases: the collateral source doctrine and comparative negligence. The case, Hester v. U.S., involved Michael Hester, a paraplegic who is confined to a wheelchair, filing a personal injury lawsuit against the U.S. government.
Read more - How Long Does It Take for a Personal Injury Lawsuit to Settle?
“How long will it take to settle my case?” is probably the most-asked question of personal injury lawyers. The quick answer: It depends.
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