Wesley Chapel Personal Injury Blog
Medical malpractice claims for children
Many Florida parents do not consider filing a medical malpractice claim when a doctor makes an error in determining a medical issue regarding their child. The common misguided perception is that mistakes happen because doctors are human too. While this is generally...
Why should I be wary of giving a recorded statement?
After a car accident, all of the insurance companies involved, usually two, will investigate and settle all claims. The more serious the accident, the more thorough this investigation is likely to be. In some cases, the other side’s insurance company may ask for a...
When an insurance settlement is not enough
A motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic event that can leave a Wesley Chapel resident with lifelong suffering and pain. In the wake of a collision, a victim may be contacted by an insurer for the responsible party to quickly and quietly settle their claim. A...
Recovering damages after a slip-and-fall in Florida
Anytime you leave the house, it is possible that you could become the victim of a slip-and-fall. Many slip-and-falls occur while people are shopping at the grocery store, visiting a friend at an apartment complex, or staying at a hotel. Property owners have a...
Man runs stop sign causing bicycle accident and flees
In Florida, many people ride bicycles on the state roadways. Drivers are expected to share the road with them and do so in a safe manner. That includes adhering to the traffic laws and yielding as the law requires. Even with those fundamental rules, there are many...
Man riding scooter dies after getting hit by truck; driver arrested
It is unfortunate, but many Wesley Chapel area residents are affected by a tragic accident each year. These accidents claim the lives of innocent victims and turn a family’s life upside down. A recent accident in St. Petersburg claims the life of a man. Deadly...
Some steps to take after a car accident
If you suffered injuries in a car accident in Florida, then you may be wondering how the insurance process will play out. First, it's important to remember that crash victims should, to the best of their ability, take certain steps both immediately following the...
Lack of adequate tread may be the cause of 4-vehicle accident
Vehicles using today’s superhighways often travel at high speeds. The high speeds require both sound braking systems and tires with sufficient tread depth. If one or the other is missing or deficient, the outcome could be a traffic accident with tragic consequences. A...
Nation facing pedestrian safety crisis
Pedestrian fatalities reached a 28-year high of 6,283 deaths in 2018, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This country’s road infrastructure and car culture have created dangerous conditions for pedestrians and bicyclists which increased...
Two-car accident kills three, injures one
Traffic accidents may occur in a matter of seconds, but they often leave physical and mental scars that last a lifetime. A recent collision in Tampa at the intersection of Linebaugh Avenue and Sheldon Road showed how the few seconds of a traffic accident can have a...