Being a parent of a disabled child isn’t easy. However, if you live in Florida, you and your child are entitled to benefits through the NICA program. Recently, the law has been changed. You should know what this means for you and your child. What is NICA? NICA is a...
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What happens after a truck accident?
Motor vehicle accidents are a common occurrence in Florida, but many people don't know what to do right after the collision. Once the dust settles, the next steps might feel confusing, and you might make a wrong, costly move. For this reason, it is crucial that you...
Loss of earning capacity vs. future earnings loss
After suffering injuries in a car accident, the victim may try to get their life back in order. Doing so proves challenging when injuries make returning to work difficult. Living in Florida comes with many expenses, and sitting out of work for months during recovery...
TBIs are often caused by falls
As people age, their risk for being injured increases. This happens for many reasons. One of the most significant types of personal injury in Florida is the traumatic brain injury. A traumatic brain injury can have side effects that can last a lifetime, causing a...
Cars are to blame for most motorcycle accidents
The Florida Department of Transportation released a study on the main causes of motorcycle accidents in the state. According to a 10-year analysis, the drivers of passenger cars are usually to blame for motorcycle accidents. How often do cars cause motorcycle...
Pedestrian death rate still rising
It can be dangerous to travel on foot in some parts of Florida. Areas with no pedestrian walkways and high speed limits are best avoided if you don’t have a car. Unfortunately, many people are forced to walk in areas that aren’t very pedestrian-friendly. The...
Classifying types of brain injuries in Florida
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, can be serious and even life-threatening for Florida residents. Because TBI is used as an umbrella term to refer to anyone who's had a substantial head injury, someone suffering from a TBI might have had a mild injury or more severe...
How can you prove you’ve lost wages after a car accident?
Car accidents occur all the time in Florida. If you have been injured in a crash, you may be out of work and suffer lost wages for a period of time. While recovering from catastrophic injuries, you will have to prove lost wages as a result of your vehicle accident....
The role of fatigue in truck accidents
Large truck accidents are a big threat on America's roads. Because of their size and weight, commercial trucks can do serious damage to passenger vehicles. Drivers in Florida should know that truck accidents are on the rise. There are a number of reasons for this....
Understanding spinal cord injuries
A spinal cord injury refers to an injury to any part of the spinal cord or the nerves surrounding it. These damages result in permanent changes in body functions, feel, and body strength in most cases. If you are a victim of spinal cord injuries in Florida, the...