How to Sue for Medical Mistakes in Florida
Posted on: 07/16/2020When undergoing a medical procedure, you take a leap of faith by putting your trust in a competent professional. When it goes wrong, the consequences can be disastrous. Fortunately, a medical malpractice lawsuit can help you amend the damages you’ve suffered at the hands of a negligent medical professional. Florida’s laws and statutes govern this process. There are some considerations you must keep in mind when filing a personal injury lawsuit for medical mistakes in Florida. Grounds for Medical Malpractice in Florida The first thing you must do if you are going to sue for a medical mistake in Florida is understand how the facts of your case will prove negligence. Medical malpractice lawsuits, regardless of where they originate, must satisfy [...] read more
Will I Have to Pay Taxes on My Personal Injury Settlement?
Posted on: 05/27/2020Being injured in an accident in Florida can be life changing. You could be stuck suffering from physical pain caused by your injuries. You could be struggling to overcome mental anguish caused by a traumatic event. Maybe you are dealing with a permanent injury and are trying to figure out how to put your life back together. You need to obtain financial compensation for your accident through a personal injury claim. You need the money from a settlement to pay for your losses and prepare for the future. But what will you do if the IRS takes a large portion of the money you get paid in a settlement? How will you survive if your settlement is diminished? Can the IRS Take a Portion of Your Personal Injury Settlement Money? Luckily, personal injury settle [...] read more
Can I File a Wrongful Death Claim for Coronavirus?
Posted on: 04/01/2020The coronavirus pandemic has many people worried about their own health, but just as many people are more concerned for their loved ones. That’s especially true of those with health conditions, or elderly relatives, but even otherwise healthy people can suffer fatal consequences from COVID-19. The question is, can you file a wrongful death claim for coronavirus? There may be opportunities to file a claim, but you may need guidance from an attorney first. Liability for Coronavirus-Related Death Losing a loved one to an illness can happen at any time, and it’s not always another person’s fault. Sometimes, a person’s immune system isn’t strong enough to fight off disease, and people with certain preexisting health concerns may experience wo [...] read more
