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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 17-May-2023

  What Are the Common Causes of a Boating Accident?

  Boating accidents can cause serious injuries, even fatalities. Boat operators who are not familiar with the waters and don’t take the necessary safety precautions while out on the water put themselves and their passengers at risk. Even ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 3-Apr-2023

  Do I Have to Report My Car Accident to the Police?

  Generally, it’s a good idea to always report your car accident to the police. That said, you are legally required to report a collision any time there is damage, injury, and/or death involved. Even if injuries seem minor, or if someone only ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 24-Mar-2023

  Common Myths About Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit

  It's common for people to have misperceptions about the process of filing a personal injury lawsuit. Understanding what goes into a successful claim, however, can help you make an informed decision on whether or not to pursue legal action. Below ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 15-Feb-2023

  Should I Accept the Insurance Company's Settlement Offer?

  Generally, it’s not advisable to accept an insurance company’s settlement offer after your car accident injury unless you’ve received legal counsel from an experienced attorney. Doing so can result in receiving less compensation for ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 18-Jan-2023

  Liability When Unsafe Road Conditions Cause an Accident

  Although car accidents are often caused by one or more drivers’ negligence, sometimes other factors may be to blame. Things such as a car manufacturer’s defect and negligent repairs can cause a vehicle to lose control and crash, and even ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 14-Dec-2022

  Can Both Drivers Be at Fault for an Accident?

  Every year, nearly 400,000 car accidents happen in Florida. Not every accident results in an injury or fatalities, but in 2022, 3,126 fatalities and 158,994 collision injuries were reported. Nearly every car accident involves an amount of negligence ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 15-Nov-2022

  How to Protect Your Car Accident Injury Claim

  When you are injured in a car accident, everything that happens from the moment you leave your vehicle matters. Everything you say and do can fall under scrutiny, and savvy insurance adjusters will look for every excuse to poke holes in your claim. ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 29-Oct-2022

  What Is a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident?

  A no-contact motorcycle accident is an accident where a driver causes a motorcycle rider to crash without contact between the vehicles. This is possible when a driver’s negligence causes the motorcycle rider to swerve into an obstacle or ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 14-Sep-2022

  Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Accidents

  Trucks, big-rigs, semis, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers – they have different names around the United States, but the fact is they’re everywhere. Every day, millions of these multi-ton behemoths share the road with other motorists driving ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 5-Aug-2022

  What Is Traumatic Brain Injury?

  A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a type of catastrophic injury to brain tissue that can result in permanent changes to one’s cognitive function, mood, personality, and more. When someone is afflicted with TBI, it’s often a devastating ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 13-Jul-2022

  Injured in a Car Accident? Avoid Saying This to the Adjuster.

  When you’re injured in a car accident, nothing is more important than getting the medical care you need to ensure a full recovery. Unfortunately, medical care – including rehabilitative care and occupational therapy – isn’t ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 27-Jun-2022

  Beware of These 5 Injury-Prone Summer Activities

  Summer is a time to enjoy all kinds of fun activities. Although many of these can be enjoyed all year long in Florida, the longer days mean that more and more people will be out and about. This can raise the risk of something going wrong and causing ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 5-May-2022

  The Most Common Boating Accident Injuries

  With summer just around the corner, plenty of people are gearing up for fun on the water. Recreational boating is an activity beloved by many this time of year. In an instant, however, a seemingly perfect summer day can abruptly end in tragedy. If ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 1-Apr-2022

  What If a Third Party is Liable for a Workplace Injury in FL?

  If an employee is injured while performing his/her official job duties in Florida, he/she is eligible for workers’ compensation benefits to cover certain losses, such as a portion of the worker’s lost wages, medical expenses, and even ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 2-Mar-2022

  Can You Sue Your Employer After a Workplace Injury in FL?

  If you suffer a workplace injury in Florida, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits – no matter who is at fault for causing the underlying accident and your injuries. The tradeoff with the no-fault system is that an injured ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 11-Feb-2022

  The Difference Between Careless Driving & Reckless Driving in FL

  Careless vs. Reckless Driving All licensed drivers in Florida have a duty to obey all traffic signs and operate their vehicles in a reasonably safe manner every time they are on the roads or highways. Not only can breaching this duty result in a car ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 4-Jan-2022

  How Can a Passenger Be Held Liable for a Crash in FL?

  When insurance companies determine fault for a car accident, the focus is primarily on the drivers involved. Common reasons include texting while driving, speeding, drunk driving, or otherwise committing a traffic violation. But what if a passenger ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 7-Dec-2021

  Common Holiday Accidents

  The holiday season consists of festive gatherings with loved ones, exchanging gifts, and long vacations away from home. However, the most wonderful time of the year is often the busiest, which can result in people letting their guard down and ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 3-Nov-2021

  Road Rage Accidents in Florida

  Although negligence and distracted driving are the two leading causes of car accidents in Florida, road rage ranks high on the list. In fact, Florida has been named the road rage capital of the United States for three years in a row, according to a ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 1-Oct-2021

  Assault & Workers' Compensation in Florida

  Disagreements and arguments may occur in the workplace from time to time. However, such disputes can erupt into violent threats or even a physical altercation. What If I’m Assaulted at the Workplace? Workplace violence involves an act or threat ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 1-Sep-2021

  Florida No-Fault Insurance Law Remains After DeSantis Vetoes SB 54

  On June 30, 2021, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill that would have replaced Florida’s “no-fault” car insurance law with a fault-based model like most states across the country. Senate Bill 54, also known as the “Motor Vehicle ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 6-Aug-2021

  The Legal Implications of the Miami-Area Condo Collapse

  On June 24, 2021, the 12-story Champlain Towers South condominium complex—located in the Miami suburb of Surfside—experienced a partial collapse, destroying 136 units and resulting in 98 deaths. So far, there have been more than two dozen ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 8-Jul-2021

  Do Not Accept the First Settlement Offer After a Car Crash

  Car accident s can be a traumatic and emotionally overwhelming experience. If you suffer an injury, you need money to pay hospital bills, replace lost income from missing work, and property damage stemming from the crash. Injury claim negotiations ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 1-Jun-2021

  When Do I Need to Report a Car Accident to Police in FL?

  If you have recently been injured in a car accident in Florida, one of the most important steps you must take is to call the police or highway patrol to the scene of the collision. According to Florida law, a person must report a crash to law ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 3-May-2021

  The Dangers of Drowsy Driving

  Drowsy driving consists of a dangerous combination of operating a vehicle while fatigued or tired, which often occurs when someone did not get enough sleep, worked a late shift, has an untreated sleep disorder, has been taking medications, or has ...

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