Personal Injury Blog

Roman Austin | November 7, 2025 | Personal Injury

A trip to downtown Clearwater should be a simple part of your day. Whether you are heading to the Capitol Theatre, visiting a waterfront restaurant, or commuting to work, you expect the parking garage to be a safe, transitional space.  A sudden injury shatters that expectation, leaving you in pain and facing unexpected medical bills…. read more

John Austin | October 24, 2025 | Car Accidents

Car accidents can leave injured victims and their families struggling with emotional toll and financial strain. The recovery costs accumulate quickly from emergency care and hospital stays to ongoing rehabilitation. Fortunately, you have the right to pursue compensation for your medical bills if another driver’s negligence caused your crash. Handling medical claims after a car… read more

John Austin | October 24, 2025 | Car Accidents

Speeding reduces reaction time, increases stopping distance, and makes collisions more severe and uncontrollable. Victims of speeding crashes endure life-changing injuries such as broken bones or traumatic brain injuries, or even wrongful death. You may be entitled to compensation if injured in a vehicle crash caused by a speeding driver. Even so, you must demonstrate… read more

John Austin | October 20, 2025 | Personal Injury

Being injured by another party can be devastating for the victim and their family. In addition to the physical and emotional damage to victims caused by negligent drivers, the victim can incur substantial financial losses and expenses. Recovering fair compensation for an accident claim is essential for victims trying to put their lives back together… read more

Roman Austin | October 6, 2025 | Car Accidents

Drivers in Florida must call the police after a car accident involving injury, death, or at least $500 in property damage. The responding police officers must often produce a crash report summarizing their investigation. This report can provide valuable information for an injury claim, such as the citations issued due to the crash. However, many… read more

Roman Austin | September 24, 2025 | Firm News

Tampa Bay Area Personal Injury Firm Earns Prestigious Peer-Review Recognition (CLEARWATER, FL – 3 September 2025) – Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers is proud to announce its recognition in the upcoming 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, one of the legal profession’s most respected peer-review publications. The firm’s distinction highlights… read more

John Austin | August 20, 2025 | Motorcycle Accidents

Road rash is a skin abrasion caused by scraping your skin against a rough surface, like a road. It’s often thought of in connection with bicycle accidents or motorcycle crashes. But road rash is quite common in car accidents as well. On its own, road rash can be a minor injury. If you’re injured in… read more

Miles Hickman | August 19, 2025 | Pedestrian Accidents

After a pedestrian accident in Clearwater, you can file a claim to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses. A Clearwater personal injury attorney works to hold a negligent driver accountable and helps you seek the compensation available under Florida law. A collision with a vehicle brings up serious questions about protecting your rights and… read more

John Austin | August 19, 2025 | Car Accidents, Distracted Driver

Proving the other driver was on their phone is the key to your distracted driving claim, but the insurance adjuster isn’t going to help you find that proof. Their goal is to protect their driver and the company’s profits after distracted driving crashes in Clearwater. This is where a personal injury lawyer steps in. Lawyers… read more

Miles Hickman | August 19, 2025 | Car Accidents

When another driver hits your vehicle and flees the scene, you can seek compensation for your injuries and property damage. After a hit-and-run accident in Clearwater, you file a claim through your own insurance policy, specifically using your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage.  A personal injury lawyer handles these complex claims… read more