Recent Posts in Car Accidents

• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 30-Oct-2017

  Why Apologizing After an Accident is Never a Good Idea

  Being involved in an accident can be overwhelming and the aftermath is often chaotic and confusing. In the midst of all that is occurring, it might feel entirely natural and even polite to apologize to the other party involved, but this seemingly ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 10-Oct-2017

  What Should I Ask My Doctor After a Car Accident?

  Being involved in an accident and sustaining injuries is a traumatic and overwhelming experience and the aftermath can be just as stressful and frustrating if you neglect to take certain steps. Your first priority should be to seek medical treatment ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 4-Oct-2017

  Bad Driving Habits that Often Result in Crashes

  Most drivers assume they are safe drivers who are in compliance with rules of the road at all times. However, there are many bad habits ingrained in American drivers that are considered common. Unfortunately, these common bad habits cost drivers ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 19-Sep-2017

  Tips to Prevent Car Accidents

  Most people do not understand or even consider the profound impact a car accident —even a minor fender bender—can have on their lives until they experience one themselves. While some accidents cannot be avoided, fortunately, many can. In ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 12-Sep-2017

  Who Had the Right of Way?

  Whenever a car accident occurs, one of the aspects to consider is who had the right of way. The right-of-way rules determine which driver may proceed and which one should yield at merges, stops, and turns. These rules are in place to help people ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 5-Sep-2017

  Understanding Comparative Fault in Florida

  When you are involved in a car accident in Florida, liability is not always clear-cut and more than one person can be at fault. In 1973, the state adopted its “comparative fault statute,” allowing a court or jury to proportionately assign ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 15-Aug-2017

  Recovering from Whiplash

  When it comes to minor and major car accidents, the most common injury is whiplash. It is another name for neck strain, caused by the sudden jerk of a vehicle upon impact with another. This sudden force upon the neck and head can lead to stretches, ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 1-Aug-2017

  Car Accidents Involving Teen Drivers

  As relatively new drivers, teenagers are not entirely aware of the dangers of the road. Since they have a tendency to engage in reckless behavior, such as speeding or getting distracted, teenage drivers are significant at risk to suffer serious or ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 10-Jul-2017

  Did You Sustain A Whiplash Injury In A Car Accident?

  One of the most common injuries suffered in car accidents in Florida and the United States is whiplash. A whiplash injury occurs when an individual’s neck rapidly propels forward and then backwards (similar to cracking a whip) when their ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 3-Jul-2017

  7 Steps to Take After a Car Accident

  A car accident is a frightening and stressful experience, especially if someone suffers an injury. Although the shock of being involved in a crash can be quite overwhelming, there are important steps you need to take to ensure you don’t pay for ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 20-Jun-2017

  Preparing for Your Summer Road Trip

  Now that summer is here, many Americans embark on long road trips to various places throughout the nation. No matter if you are journeying to the other side of the country or to the next stave over, it is wise to be prepared in case of an emergency ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 6-Jun-2017

  What to Do After a Hit & Run Accident

  In order to recover monetary damages for the accident and your injuries, you must contact law enforcement immediately. When filing a police report, tell the officer as much information as you can. What is the make and model of the vehicle in ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 9-May-2017

  Why It's So Important to Get Medical Care After an Accident

  If you are seriously injured in a car accident, you will most likely receive immediate medical attention at the emergency room. But how about less serious crashes, where there is no immediate injury or pain? After a relatively minor accident, many ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 2-May-2017

  What If You Hit Someone Who's Jaywalking?

  According to Florida law, an accident involving an individual being hit by a car will be reviewed by law enforcement, insurance adjusters, investigators, and attorneys against these laws. While there are many instances where drivers of motor vehicles ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 18-Apr-2017

  Here's What Motorists Can Do to Help Prevent Motorcycle Crashes

  Compared to motor vehicles, motorcycles are much smaller and more difficult to spot on the road. Due to their size and lack of protection compared to most cars and trucks, such as airbags and seat belts, collisions involving motorcycles often result ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 11-Apr-2017

  Florida Texting & Driving Laws

  At Paulsen Law Group, our Dunedin personal injury lawyer understands what an important role our cellphone plays in our lives. Whether we use it to communicate with others or stay updated with current events, we use these mobile devices to conduct our ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 30-Jan-2017

  4 Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident

  Commuting to and from work, picking up your children from school and running errands are all activities most Americans do using their cars. Driving is such a commonplace activity we often forget how often car accidents occur. In fact, during 2015 in ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 31-Dec-2016

  Do You Need an Injury Attorney?

  If you suffer an injury in an accident, you have legal right to recover compensation by settling a claim outside of the courtroom, or through a formal court-based lawsuit. If you must make a personal injury claim in order to recover monetary damages ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 29-Dec-2016

  Who Pays for Your Medical Bills After an Accident?

  If you get hurt in an accident, you might be wondering who is going to pay for your medical treatment. First, you must understand that if you get into an accident, the at-fault party will not pay for your medical bills on an ongoing basis. Instead, ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 27-Dec-2016

  How Much is My Personal Injury Case Worth?

  Whether you suffered an injury in a car collision or slip and fall accident, you will need money to pay for your medical expenses and cover your bills while you are out of work. If another party’s negligent actions caused your injury, they are ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 31-Oct-2016

  Were You Injured on Halloween?

  Halloween is the night of fun and revelry for many people, but if you were one of those who was injured during the spookiest night of the year, you might not see the fun in it today. If you were injured, you are not alone. In fact, the National ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 21-Oct-2016

  Safety Tips for Holiday Road Trips

  With the holidays approaching, many families start to make their holiday travel plans. If you and your family are planning to take a road trip this year to see friends, family for the holidays, you might want to check out these safety tips from our ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 26-Sep-2016

  What If My Injuries Don't Show Up Right Away?

  Even the most cautious drivers can find themselves in an accident. While one of your first steps after an accident should be to see a doctor, some find themselves hesitant to do so since they don’t think they have been injured. A common ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 25-Jul-2016

  Common Factors of Reckless Driving

  Seek Legal Representation from Paulsen Law Group As licensed motorists in Florida, we are always responsible for practicing safe driving techniques and obey to state driving laws. However, those who neglect laws and blatantly drive in a reckless ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 26-May-2016

  Preventing Drowsy Driving

  It’s evident that drowsy driving is the cause of hundreds of thousands of preventable auto accidents annually. Unfortunately, a good amount of these of these types of accidents end in disaster, resulting in serious bodily injury and even death. ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 24-May-2016

  Common Driver Distractions

  One of the most common causes of car accidents in Florida is distracted driving. Due to our dependence on modern-day technology, such as cellphones, these devices allow us to remain connected at all times and make us susceptible to multi-tasking ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 18-Apr-2016

  Taking Pictures After A Car Accident

  Being involved in a car accident can be overwhelming and hectic. Your emotions are running high and your thoughts are completely scattered. There are so many things must possibly be done, such as going to the hospital, getting your car towed, talking ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 14-Apr-2016

  April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

  Millions of people die from car accidents every year in the United States. Over the past decade, the majority of these deaths are caused by distracted driving, specifically due to cellphone usage. Whether it’s talking on the phone, texting, or ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 3-Feb-2016

  Are You Protected in an Uber or Lyft Accident?

  Most car accidents are preventable, and that is especially with the case when it comes to Uber and Lyft accidents. How much can you trust the driver or the rideshare company to look out for passengers’ safety? Despite the fact that many of us ...

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