Personal Injury Blog

Roman Austin | December 4, 2020 | Car Accidents

If you suffered from pre-existing conditions before you got into a car accident in Clearwater, you might worry that an insurance company will give you a hard time when you file a claim. In Florida, accident victims are entitled to damages – regardless of any injuries, illnesses, or health conditions that pre-dated a crash. The… read more

John Austin | December 4, 2020 | Florida Law

Parents concerned about their children’s welfare and safety when they are not home might consider installing a nanny cam. Nanny cams have become popular tools to monitor the activity in the home when the parents are at work or away from home.  It is understandable that parents would want to monitor their children. They want… read more

John Austin | November 24, 2020 | Florida Law

When you look in the mailbox and see an envelope from the court, it can be an unsettling moment. When you realize that the envelope contains a jury summons, you might become frustrated. A jury summons means that you miss time from work and are inconvenienced. Serving on a jury is part of our civic… read more

John Austin | November 20, 2020 | Car Accidents

When the other driver is responsible for the cause of a car accident, you might be angry or frustrated. The car accident is an inconvenience. If you are injured, you might be worried about how you will pay your bills while you are out of work. However, when you are responsible for the cause of… read more

John Austin | November 2, 2020 | Personal Injury

The Florida statutes do not prescribe a dress code that must be adopted by all Florida courts. However, certain courts and judges have adopted standard or minimum dress codes for their courtrooms. If your lawyer has not discussed court attire with you yet, you might want to ask your personal injury attorney what to wear… read more

John Austin | November 1, 2020 | Car Accidents

Thousands of children are involved in motor vehicle accidents in Florida each year. During 2019, there were 127,285 children involved in traffic crashes in Florida. At least 1,361 children sustained serious injuries, and 142 children died from the car accident.  The leading cause of death for children is injury due to transportation, according to the… read more

John Austin | September 25, 2020 | Car Accidents

Who is Liable in a Grubhub Accident? More than ever, people are using food delivery services such as GrubHub, Doordash, Uber Eats, and more. While there aren’t any known statistics about how often these types of accidents happen, it wouldn’t be surprising to learn that accidents involving food delivery drivers are rising. After a car… read more

John Austin | August 19, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle Safety Precautions While riding a motorcycle is undoubtedly a fun pastime, it can also be a dangerous recreational activity. Having a lack of skills and knowledge needed to operate one safely can put riders and other motorists on the road at risk. Before heading out for a motorcycle ride, it’s critical to be prepared… read more

John Austin | July 23, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury

Motorcycle Crash Injuries Explained The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that the number of motorcyclists in the U.S. killed has dropped since 2018. However, that doesn’t change the fact that motorcycle riders consistently make the top list of traffic fatalities year after year. For motorcyclists who are fortunate enough to survive a… read more

John Austin | June 10, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle Road Hazards Explained Motorcycle rides on Florida roads can be a carefree way to spend your day. However, motorcyclists are more vulnerable to sustaining an injury should they be involved in an accident. There are many ways a motorcycle accident can happen. From riding over potholes to missing traffic signs, knowing what to watch… read more