Florida Tort Reform: Understanding Comparative Negligence
Recent updates to Florida law have changed how accident victims can receive compensation for their injuries and expenses. Comparative negligence is the method used by Florida courts to determine the value of your case and what you may be entitled to receive in damages.
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Florida Tort Reform: How Long Do You Have to File Your Case?
Florida’s most significant tort reform law in decades was signed into law on March 24, 2023. HB 837 changed many aspects of how accident victims can file and receive compensation for their injuries. One of these changes deals with the length of time you have to file your case if you’ve been injured in an accident, referred to as the statute of limitations.
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Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries Caused by Car Crashes
Spinal cord injuries are among the most frequent and serious injuries sustained by individuals involved in accidents. Motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of these injuries, with cervical spine damage being especially common in car accidents.
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What to Do About Whiplash After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Whiplash is an extremely common neck injury following a car accident, especially after a rear-end collision. Whiplash is an injury that is caused by a forceful and rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, a movement typical of a rear-end car accident due to the force of the impact. This sudden motion can damage the soft tissue, ligaments, and discs in the neck and upper spine, resulting in pain and reduced mobility.
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Traumatic Brain Injuries After a Car Accident: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are one of the most common and dangerous injuries that can result from a car accident. Even without any direct contact to the head, the force of a car accident can cause trauma and injury to the brain. Left untreated, TBIs can have long-lasting or even permanent effects on a person’s health, memory, and daily functioning.
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