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Below I have attempted to list
answers to some of the most frequently asked questions in
Florida personal injury cases:
- What are the important things to know if I am
injured in a car accident in Florida?
Generally speaking you should know that you have 5 years from
the date of accident to file a lawsuit (known as the “statute
of limitations”)
Florida is a no-fault state, which generally means your car
insurance is the primary or first source of recovery. The
other driver’s insurance will be pursued in most cases, if it
can be proved or shown that they were at fault.
- What is PIP insurance?
PIP stands for Personal Injury Protection. This is insurance
that a person buys to pay for his or her medical expenses,
wage loss, and other expenses allowed by law. Generally
speaking it is required to be carried by all drivers and a
service of payment for medical bills and out of pocket
expenses.
- What is medical malpractice?
Generally speaking, medical malpractice is when a doctor
practices medicine below an acceptable standard required by
the law.
- How do I know if I have a medical malpractice
case?
You should consult with a lawyer who has experience in the
area of medical malpractice. Generally, you should be prepared
to tell the lawyer the date of your injury, name of all
doctors and facilities involved, the part of your body
affected by the alleged malpractice and how the alleged
malpractice has affected you (loss of income, worsening health
condition, diminished sex life, and out-of-pocket medical
expenses, to name a few). Medical malpractice is a very
complex area of the law. If you wish to discuss your specific
situation and need some advice on to find the right lawyer to
represent you, feel
free to e-mail us.
- How long do you have to file a medical malpractice
lawsuit?
Generally, two (2) years from the date of the injury or from
the date you first learned you were injured. e-mail me if you
are uncertain.
- Is an injury to a patient in a nursing home
medical malpractice?
Generally the answer is “no.” Lawsuits against nursing homes
proceed under a separate law. If a doctor is involved along
with the nursing home, then a separate claim in some instances
can be brought against the doctor for medical malpractice.
- If my personal injury case is not an automobile
accident, medical malpractice, or nursing home cases what
should I do?
If you do not have a lawyer you should speak to one about your
case and seek his or her advice. If too much time has passed
since the incident you may be prevented under Florida law from
bringing suit. If your case is not a car accident, medical
malpractice, or nursing home, e-mail me and tell me what type
of injury you may have experienced
- Can you help me find a lawyer in Florida who has
experience and can evaluate whether or not I have a case?
Yes. Send me an e-mail describing the incident you claim
caused you a personal injury. Provide as many dates and
specifics. Don’t refer to people by their specific names. Just
tell me what happened.
- What happens after I send you an e-mail?
After I have had an opportunity to review your e-mail We will
get back with you and may have some specific questions. If I
think your case needs further evaluation by a lawyer who
specializes then We will contact you with my suggestions. If
you decide to contact that lawyer We will assist you in setting
up an appointment. If you are outside of Florida, most lawyers
will set up a telephone appointment.
- Can We call you directly to talk about my case?
If you are not currently represented by an attorney, feel free
to either e-mail me, write or telephone me at the location
below. We review cases with potential claims involving matters
statewide. However, please know that We do not handle matters
involving non-personal injury (such as bankruptcy, divorce,
landlord/tenant, etc.). If you have a personal injury we may
be able to help you understand whether you have a case and
find a lawyer with the right experience.
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