Personal Injury Blog

Mark Roman | January 7, 2023 | Car Accidents

Children these days are on the go with school and family and extracurricular activities. In addition to driving with their parents, a child could ride on the bus or with another family member, friend, or another adult who has permission to drive them.   In one recent year, 607 children 12 and younger who were passengers… read more

Mark Roman | January 4, 2023 | Personal Injury

If you suffered a personal injury, you may be anxious to get the money you need for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other accident-related losses. However, settling your case quickly is not always best, as you might be leaving money on the table you could desperately use.  We explain below what you can expect… read more

Mark Roman | January 3, 2023 | Car Accidents

According to the most recent data available from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were over 360,000 motor vehicle accidents of all types in 2022. This means that every month, more than 30,000 accidents occur on and near Florida roadways. The factual circumstances surrounding each of these collisions may differ,… read more

Mark Roman | January 2, 2023 | Personal Injury

Law school has a reputation as one of the toughest educational programs in our country. But how much do you really know about law school? How long does it take, and what degree do lawyers have when they come out the other side? The term “law school” can be a little generic and misleading when… read more

Mark Roman | December 28, 2022 | Personal Injury

Insurance companies are businesses whose ultimate purpose is to make as much money as they can. The way the insurance industry is structured gives them a disincentive to offer you a fair personal injury settlement. Instead, they will deny or minimize your claim if they can. Following is a description of some of their most… read more

Mark Roman | November 27, 2022 | Florida Law

Many drivers and bicyclists in Florida are unfamiliar with the slow speed impediment statute. Those familiar with the statute might assume that it applies to cyclists and motorists. That is not the case. The slow speed impediment statute does not apply to cyclists in Florida. However, other laws do apply to cyclists when they are… read more

Mark Roman | November 23, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents

Cyclists involved in automobile accidents can sustain catastrophic and life-threatening injuries. A bicyclist does not have the protection of a metal frame and airbags when struck by a motor vehicle. Stacking uninsured motorist coverage on your auto policy could help you cover the expenses caused by a negligent driver. What Is Uninsured Motorist Coverage? Florida… read more

Mark Roman | November 14, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents

Music can make a long commute or workout more bearable. You might want be tempted to add headphones if you use your bike to exercise or travel to work. However, wearing headphones while cycling isn’t only a bad idea from a safety standpoint — it’s also illegal. If a law enforcement officer catches you with… read more

Mark Roman | November 11, 2022 | Personal Injury

Suffering injuries after an accident can be traumatic and life-altering. Victims in serious accidents carry the burden of their injuries along with financial losses and emotional distress. If a victim seeks to recover from insurance, adjusters at these companies can be another contributing factor to a victim’s stress following their accident.  Insurance claims adjusters seek… read more

Mark Roman | November 10, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents

According to Florida Statute §316.20655, an electric bicycle or the rider of an electric bicycle has all the rights and privileges of a bicycle or bicyclist. The statute allows an electric bicycle to be operated anywhere bicycles can ride, including but not limited to: Therefore, if a bicyclist can ride on the sidewalk, the operator… read more