Being injured in a hit and run accident could have lasting effects that could be life-changing for some. Serious injury victims often face a lifetime of costly medical treatments, painstaking rehabilitation, and difficult physical therapy sessions – not to mention the lost wages from missing work while recovering from injuries.…
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Your Car is Damaged But You Don’t Know Who Did It
There are very few things that can be more frustrating than walking out to your car and noticing it was struck by another vehicle that is nowhere to be found. This is often referred to as “leaving the scene of the accident” or a “hit-and-run”. Perpetrators who are found to…
Is There a Difference Between a Hit and Run and Leaving the Scene of an Accident?
Serious hit and run accidents continue to occur in Florida and throughout the United States. Accident victims and their families are often left with devastating injuries and accumulating medical expenses for years to come. Drivers who leave the scene of an accident could face hefty fines and possible imprisonment. While…
Florida Court Dismisses Claim Due to Plaintiff’s Concealment of Previous Injury
Some parties try to get away with lying or concealing information relevant to a legal claim. However, the consequences of failing to provide honest and complete testimony can be dire. In a recent case before a Florida appeals court, the court dismissed a personal injury claim after the plaintiff concealed…
Florida Senate and House of Representatives Pass the Aaron Cohen Life Protection Act
On Tuesday, April 22, the Florida House of Representatives unanimously voted in favor of enacting the Aaron Cohen Life Protection Act, legislation that stiffens penalties for hit-and-run drivers. This follows the March 26 unanimous vote of the Florida Senate in favor of the Act, which will now go to the…