Personal Injury Blog

Mark Roman | November 23, 2023 | Car Accidents

Vehicles on the road today are safer than ever before. It’s hard to believe that just over five decades ago, cars were not required to have seat belts. Even when the federal government passed a law requiring lap and shoulder belts in the front seat of vehicles in 1968, it was more than a decade… read more

Mark Roman | November 23, 2023 | Personal Injury

Sustaining a personal injury can be traumatizing and overwhelming for you and your family. Deciding to move forward with a legal claim is an important decision, and hiring a lawyer to help you through the process is generally a wise move. But what are your options if you’re not happy with the attorney you’ve selected… read more

Mark Roman | November 23, 2023 | Product Liability

Roundup Weed Killer has been used for years in both commercial and residential settings. Unfortunately, the main ingredient in this weed killer is now linked to the development of serious, life-threatening cancers. If you or a loved one has used Roundup Weed Killer and later received a cancer diagnosis, you may have a valid claim… read more

Mark Roman | November 13, 2023 | Personal Injury

An estimated 6,500 children are hurt every year in golf cart accidents throughout the United States. And in a state like Florida, where golf carts can be a common sight in residential communities and suburbs and share the streets with cars and trucks, this danger is often amplified.  Because golf carts can lack many of… read more

Mark Roman | November 9, 2023 | Firm News

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers proudly announces that news.law published an article spotlighting our personal injury case. News.law described the catastrophic injuries that our client, Maria Garcia, endured. She was a pedestrian who was struck in a crosswalk by a Pinellas County school bus that did not stop.  Ms. Garcia nearly lost her life in… read more

Mark Roman | November 2, 2023 | Car Accidents

Studies and research indicate that airbags can reduce the risk of some injuries in a car accident when used correctly. It is estimated that more than 50,000 lives were saved because of the use of airbags over a 30-year period. Because airbags effectively save lives and reduce injuries in car accidents, the government made airbags… read more

Mark Roman | October 30, 2023 | Boat Accidents

Florida weather allows for boating almost year-round. Boating is often associated with alcohol, as boaters love soaking up the sun with a beer or cocktail in hand. While it is not illegal for of-age passengers to drink while on a boat, operators cannot drive a boat while under the influence. Here is what you need… read more

Mark Roman | October 20, 2023 | Brain Injuries

If you have experienced a head injury, knowing whether you have blunt force trauma can help strengthen your personal injury claim. Collisions and other forceful impacts can cause blunt force head trauma. Sustaining this kind of injury can impact your health, livelihood, and ability to engage in daily activities. This blog post will delve into… read more

Mark Roman | October 13, 2023 | Firm News

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers is proud to be one of the sponsors of the inaugural Orange Belt CRIT Championship Tour in St. Petersburg. A criterium bicycle race is somewhat like NASCAR on bikes; the riders go in loops around a closed course. The CRIT Championship Tour is a criterium race that is meant to… read more

Mark Roman | October 10, 2023 | Car Accidents

If you are ever involved in an auto accident, you will need to know with whom you must file your auto insurance claim. The state where you live will have a direct impact on this, as some states are fault-based insurance states, while others are no-fault. Still more, some take a hybrid approach.  Below, you… read more