Port Saint Lucie Personal Injury Blog
Identifying the signs of TBI after a car crash
A Florida car crash can have lifelong repercussions, whether you were rear-ended on the way to the grocery store, T-boned at an intersection or involved in an accident on the highway. Some injuries, such as burns and broken bones, are easily identified. However, when...
What is a postnuptial agreement?
Before marrying, an agreement on how to handle assets and liabilities in case of an ended marriage is the prenuptial agreement. Postnuptial agreements focus on one issue that occurs during the marriage. Both are legal contracts that bind both parties. Before...
What is paraplegia?
Damage to your central nervous system, i.e., your brain and spinal cord, from an accident can result in paralysis. The area(s) of your body that become paralyzed depend on where the injury occurred and the extent of the damage to the CNS. According to Winchester...
The Florida 14-day rule
Florida's 14-day rule for car accidents is part of the states no-fault auto accident laws. All vehicles with Florida registrations must comply. For people with injuries from auto accidents, this rule is important. This article goes into detail, but the main idea is...
What should I do after a dog bites me?
Whether it is from your own beloved pup, a friend’s animal or even a stray, dog bites are frightening. The end result usually ranges from a mild bruise to a severe injury that might leave permanent damage. Here is some information from the Cleveland Clinic on what to...
A car accident may cause toxic crush syndrome
In 2019, there were nearly 401,000 car accidents in the Sunshine State. While many of these collisions resulted in no or minor injuries, some left drivers, passengers and others with life-altering ones. Because it is possible to sustain a variety of injuries in any...
How does Florida define equitable distribution?
When a court divides property in a divorce, it does so under the concept of equitable distribution. While the majority of states use this concept, each state has the right to define what equitable means. According to the Florida Statutes, this state defines it...
Does hands-free technology keep drivers safe?
Florida drivers understand the risks of distracted driving. But what do you do if you need a GPS system for navigation? What if your job depends on message alerts that you receive by phone? Is there any way to make driving with your device less of a risk? Hands-free...
Can an MVA cause vision loss?
Unfortunately, the answer to the title question is yes, a motor vehicle could injure your eyes and/or head sufficiently to cause partial or total blindness. Ideal Eyecare explains that each year, approximately 25,000 people lose some or all of their sight as the...
Protect your family and assets by updating your estate plan
Busy Florida residents may put off reviewing and updating their estate plans. However, Forbes explains that you can protect your assets and your family if you take the time to update your estate plan. Our firm assists clients with their estate planning needs. Put life...
