Author Archives: Eric Rosen
How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take in Florida?
On average, personal injury lawsuits take 1–3 years in Florida, though they can settle in less time or take longer if they continue through trials and appeals. Most cases end in a settlement, so exceeding this timeframe occurs only in rare situations.
What is the Personal Injury Lawsuit Process in Florida?
Personal injury law is a branch of the legal profession that serves people who have damages because of negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions of another. Lawyers in this practice area represent individuals with physical, emotional, and psychological injuries. In some cases, all three come into play.
Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer After an Accident in Florida?
An injury accident always comes as a shock. One moment, you are driving, and the next, your vehicle is smashed, leaving you sitting on the side of the road in pain and waiting for an ambulance. In another case, you may be pushing your shopping cart through the supermarket and suddenly find yourself on… Read More »
Who Is Held Liable in a Roundabout Car Accident in Florida?
Intersections are one of the most dangerous areas to drive, causing a great number of accidents. But what if there were a way to do intersections differently, in ways that they could still move traffic, but significantly lower the amount of car accidents that happen? It turns out that there is such a way—although… Read More »
Is There Any Way to Defeat a Hold Harmless Clause?
More and more, people are being forced to sign hold harmless agreements before entering business properties, participating in team sports, going into gyms, or before they can engage in any kind of activity or extreme sport. But are these hold harmless agreements really enforceable? What Does a Hold Harmless Agreement Do? As the name… Read More »
What Are Never Events In Malpractice Settlement Cases?
In medicine, we generally understand that in many cases, mistakes happen, and while these mistakes may constitute medical malpractice, and thus, negligence, they do happen. But there are some malpractice events that are so horrible, so careless, and so egregious, that they actually have their own category: Never Events. What are Never Events? The… Read More »
What Happens If You Were Partly at Fault for Your Accident in Florida?
Many people who are injured, whether by a car accident, at work, or who slip and fall at a business, may choose not to file a lawsuit because they believe they were partly at fault for their injury. It could be because they believe they should have seen the puddle on the floor, they… Read More »
How Does Jurisdiction Effect a Personal Injury Case in Florida?
When you are injured in an accident, you or your injury attorney certainly do, and should, give thought as to who should be held liable—that is, who would be the right Defendant to sue. But do you give any thought to where to sue the Defendant? That often is a big question in personal… Read More »
Can I Sue for a Medical Misdiagnosis or a Failure to Diagnose an Illness?
A misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose an illness can led to severe injuries. If your doctor or healthcare providers fails to realize that you are showing signs of cancer and contributes your symptoms to something unrelated, this misdiagnosis can lead to months or even years of not treating yourself properly. A misdiagnosis or failure… Read More »
How Do Civil Jury Trials Work in Florida?
If you’re a victim of personal injury who has filed a lawsuit which is going to trial, you may find it stressful because you don’t know what to expect or what the outcome will be. And you’re not alone, there are still many practicing attorneys out there who are nervous whenever the prospect of… Read More »