Personal Injury Blog

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

John Austin | May 15, 2020 | Car Accidents

The Cost of Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer Being involved in a car crash is stressful enough — and when a victim sustains an injury from that accident, it can add even more stress. Many people who suffer injuries from a car accident often don’t know where to turn for help. They may not exercise… read more

John Austin | May 1, 2020 | Car Accidents

Understanding the Claims Adjustment Process The role of a claims adjuster is to investigate car accident claims to assess the extent of damages and who is responsible. When it comes to speaking with an insurance claims adjuster, what you say can have an impact on your claim. Here’s how to protect yourself. When Will You… read more

John Austin | April 17, 2020 | Personal Injury

Receiving Compensation for Emotional Distress Being involved in an accident due to another party’s negligence is a stressful experience in itself — especially if you’ve sustained a serious injury. Not only can the accident cause you to endure physical pain from your injury, but it can also bring about emotional distress. If you are suffering… read more

John Austin | February 27, 2020 | Car Accidents

It’s the legislative season in Florida, and one of this session’s bills addresses “peer-to-peer” car rentals. Peer-to-peer rentals are just what they sound like: Rather than renting a car from a big company like Hertz or Avis, you rent a car from another person. The practice has been compared to renting out a home on… read more

John Austin | February 5, 2020 | Car Accidents

A car insurance policy comes with several components that provide protection for different scenarios. All drivers must carry liability insurance, at a minimum. However, if drivers elect not to purchase additional, optional coverage, they may not be able to recover compensation from their insurer for different types of damages. Our St. Petersburg car accident lawyers… read more

John Austin | October 15, 2019 | Firm News

The Florida Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization and Education (BLSE) has issued a renewal of Attorney Mark Roman’s certification in Civil Trial Law. The recertification was effective as of June 1, 2019. The Civil Trial Law Certification is a professional designation that identifies attorneys as experts in the practice of civil litigation. The certification must… read more