Getting a successful insurance settlement or jury verdict in a tractor-trailer trucking accident case requires detailed knowledge of both State and Federal rules and regulations. Florida Statutes, Section 316.302 and Section 316.70, detail the State of Florida’s safety requirements that apply to the operation of commercial vehicles on the public roads and highways of the …
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Truck Accident Injuries | Florida Personal Injury Attorney
Types of Truck Accident Injuries Truck accident injuries are similar to car accident injuries; however, due to the huge difference in size between large commercial trucks and smaller cars, there is a greater likelihood of more serious injuries and even death. Unfortunately, passenger vehicles such as cars, SUVs, pickup trucks and even motorcycles typically bear …
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Motorcycle Accidents Without Impact | Pensacola Accident Attorney
Most people think motorcycle accidents always involve the biker being hit by another larger vehicle, which is what most often happens, but is not always the case. Some motorcycle accidents occur without an impact from another automobile. Usually in these cases, the biker tries to avoid a collision by laying the bike down. This action …
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Other Car Accident Injuries
In other sections of this website, we have addressed the most common injuries from car accidents, including amputations or the loss of one or more limbs; broken bones; burn injuries; back, neck, and spinal injuries; cuts and lacerations; and head and brain injuries. Here we discuss other injuries one may suffer in an accident, which …
Evidence and Fault in a Car Accident Case
If you are injured in a car accident, you will need supporting evidence to prove your case. There are many different ways that you can prove who was at fault in the accident, and you must have this evidence if you want to be able to receive compensation for your losses. A personal injury lawyer …
Head-On Collision Accidents in Florida | Personal Injury Lawyer
Head On Collisions Head-on accidents most commonly occur at the intersections of roads and streets and on freeways. Head-on collisions only account for approximately two (2%) percent of all accidents; however, they cause approximately 10% of all car accident fatalities. Head-on collisions on the highway/freeway are especially dangerous because of the high rate of speed. …
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Personal Injury Insurance Companies
Insurance companies play a critical role after one has suffered personal injuries in a motor vehicle accident (such as a car or motorcycle accident), slip and fall accident or dog attack. The coverage provided by the insurance policies will determine how your medical bills will be paid and whether there is any “bodily injury” insurance …
Types of Car Accidents
The Ortiz Law Firm Handles All Types of Car Accident Cases Mr. Ortiz has been handling car accident cases for over a decade, and as a Florida personal injury attorney he has experience in handling all types of car accidents. From hit-and-run accidents to multi-vehicle crashes, Mr. Ortiz has helped his clients recover the money …
Uber | Lyft | Rideshare Accidents – Nick Ortiz
As companies like Uber, Lyft, and Sidecar are growing more popular and beginning to replace taxi companies, it is important to understand how insurance coverage works when a ride-sharing company is involved so that you can protect yourself in the event of an accident. Although similar in many ways, each company has a different insurance …