Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Jacksonville Injury Attorney: Do I have a Negligence Action?

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:58:17 -0500

Have you been injured by the negligence of another? Are you hurt and don't know your options? Were you injured in a car accident? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, you need to contact a Jacksonville Injury Attorney today! I can evaluate your case, determine the proper at-fault parties, and fight for the compensation you are entitled to. As a Jacksonville Injury Attorney, I hear cases all the time regarding the injury of a person by the actions of another. However, not all injuries are actionable. Therefore, in order to better inform Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau county injury victims, I will answer the most common question I am presented with; "Do I have a Negligence Action?"

Although every case is very fact specific, I will generalize a Negligence Action to give one a general understanding of how a Jacksonville Injury Attorney will evaluate your case. To have a successful Negligence Action, you must be able to prove four (4) main elements: (1) Duty, (2) Breach, (3) Causation, (4) Damages. Furthermore, a Negligence Action is a civil matter so the evidence presented must be proved by a preponderance of the evidence, not "beyond a reasonable doubt," as in Criminal law cases. The evidentiary standard is below that of Criminal Law and therefore the burden of proof is not as high.

The first element, Duty, has to be proven before a Negligence Action can begin. A Duty is a legal obligation of one party imposed upon another. For example, a driver of a vehicle owes a Duty to drive said vehicle in a manner so as not to cause injury or damage to another person or property.

The second element is Breach. The Breach element is related to Duty in how the at-fault party must have Breached their Duty to the injured victim. Simply put, the at-fault party must have acted in a manner that resulted in injuries or damages. An example would be if a driver ran their vehicle into the rear-end of another vehicle. Then the driver of the rear vehicle would have Breached their Duty to the injured driver in driving in a manner that resulted in injuries and damages to another.

The third element in a Negligence action is Causation. Causation must be proven in two different aspects: Proximate Causation and Actual Causation. Proximate Causation is proven using a foreseeability standard. Under this standard, a Jacksonville Injury Attorney must show the actions taken by the at-fault party resulted in the injuries sustained and that no other actions caused the damages. In contrast, Actual Causation is proven using a "But For" standard. Here the Injury Attorney must show but for the at-fault party's actions the injured party would not be damaged.

The fourth and final element is Damages. For Damages it must be proven that injuries or damages resulted. For example, medical bills, car repairs, etc.

Once all these elements are proven by a preponderance of the evidence, the Jacksonville Injury Attorney can determine an approximate amount of compensation you are entitled to. For example, you could be entitled to past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, car repairs, etc. So, if you have been injured or damaged by the actions of another, contact a Jacksonville Injury Attorney today!

Jacksonville Injury Attorney: Bicycle Recalls

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:50:55 -0500

As Jacksonville residents get prepared for their spring activities, there are a few product recalls I want to draw your attention to. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety and Commission (CPSC) has announced 10 recalls relating to bicycles and injuries that can result. Parents should take special note of these recalls and if any issue should arise, contact a Jacksonville Injury Attorney today!

The Recalls are as follows:

Bridgeway Bicycles (91,000 units) | 11-331 | The bicycle chain can break, causing a rider to lose control and fall.

Trek 2012 FX and District bicycles (27,000 units) | 12-024 | The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.

Fuji Saratoga Women's Bicycles (10,500 units) | 12-112 | The bicycle's frame can break in the center of the downtube during use, causing the rider to lose control and fall.

Public Bikes 2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles (4,100 units) | 12-145 | The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Specialized 2012 bicycles with Advanced Group carbon forks (460 units) | 12-096 | The brake component housed within the bicycle's carbon fork can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.

Chariot bicycle trailers (44,000 units) and bicycle trailer conversion kits (70,000 units) | 12-085 | The bicycle trailer's hitch mechanisms can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle. This poses an injury hazard to children in the bicycle trailer.

Topeak Babyseat II Bicycle Carrier Seats (40,000 units) | 12-143 | A child can place his or her fingers in the opening at the grab bar's hinge mechanism. When the consumer lifts the grab bar to remove the child from the seat, the child's fingertips can be caught in the hinge mechanism, posing a laceration and fingertip amputation hazard to the child.

Little Tricky Bicycle Helmets (30,400 units) | 12-082 | Product testing demonstrated that these helmets do not comply with CPSC safety standards for impact resistance. Consumers could suffer impact head injuries in a fall.

GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks (17,000 units) | 12-149 | The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.

Gore Bicycle Brake Cables for Road Bikes (9,700 units) | 12-125 | When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to fail and posing a fall hazard.

Jacksonville residents use a multitude of products everyday and we expect manufactures to have exercised reasonable care to make a safe product for the public. Unfortunately, some dangerous products make it past the safety measures and when that happens, injuries are likely to result. If you or a loved one have been injured from a defective product, contact a Jacksonville Injury Attorney to discuss what legal remedies may be available to compensate you for your injuries.

Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer : Slip and Falls in Florida

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:27:09 -0500

Slip and Fall injuries are the most common emergency room visit in Florida. Slip and Fall claims are based on the property owner was negligent in maintaining his premises in a safe condition so as to prevent a victim from tripping and falling, which resulted in serious and painful injuries for the victim.

A slip and fall claim will normally be brought under a Negligence action. A negligence action requires the victim to show four things:

A duty between the victim and the Defendant
A breach of said duty by the Defendant
Causation between the breach and resulting injuries and
Injuries must have occurred.

These elements must be proven before one could have a successful Jacksonville Slip and Fall case. Slip and Fall cases are very fact specific and if you have been injured in a fall; contact a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer to assist you today. I will be able to review your case, make the proper determinations as to fault, and fight for the compensation you are entitled to.

Jacksonville Food Poisoning Attorney: 16 Fall Sick to Salmonella from contaminated Dog Food

Mon, 14 May 2012 14:40:55 -0500

A recent recall of 11 brands of dry dog food has resulted in 16 innocent victims falling sick to Salmonella. The dog food originated from Gaston, South Carolina. The plant responsible for this outbreak is being operated by Diamond Pet Foods of Meta, Mo. The contaminated dog food was shipped under several different names and sold by Costco, Kirkland Signature, and Kirkland Signature Domain. As a Jacksonville Food Poisoning Attorney, I hear about and review numerous food-bourne illnesses. Not every case is actionable, however, I fight diligently for my client's rights and fight for the compensation they are entitled to.

After the illnesses were confirmed to have stemmed from contaminated dog food, the CDC's test revealed the contaminate to be Salmonella Infantis. The illnesses from the outbreak started in October 2011 and have continued until April 2012; when the last victim has fallen sick. The states were reports have been confirmed include Virginia, New Jersey, Connecticut, Alabama, North Carolina, Missouri, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Salmonella is a type of bacteria that will cause a person to become ill for about a week, but normally the person will recover without the need for medical attention. However, Salmonella can have more severe effects and sometimes even fatal to the young, the elderly, and those with a weakened immune system. It can take between 12 to 72 hours before symptoms of Salmonella poisoning to develop. Symptoms include nausea, fever, chills, and gastrointestinal problems.

You can contract this strand of Salmonella from either contact with the dog food itself or contact with an animal that has consumed the contaminated dog food. It is advised to always wash your hand after handling dog food or after contact with a dog. If you have fallen sick from a contaminated food source, contact a Jacksonville Food Poisoning Attorney, today! I can review your case, make the proper determinations, and fight for the compensation you are entitled to.

Jacksonville Personal Injury Attorney: Traffic Deaths Increase in Jacksonville for 2012

Sun, 13 May 2012 08:07:21 -0500

With 2012 just having begun, I was shocked to see statistics that Jacksonville Automotive Accidents resulting in death has increase by 25%, compared to 2011. As a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer these numbers are startling. 2012 has only been here for 5 months and has already surpassed the 2011 statistics. I would advise all Jacksonville motorists to take caution and be aware of drivers that share our motorways.

According to Statistics, fatality crashed in Jacksonville have increased from 39 to 52! Furthermore, single-vehicle accidents resulting in deaths are up 90%! Lastly, Jacksonville Pedestrian deaths have increased by 100%, from 7 in 2011 to 14 in 2012. These statistics should be an eye-opener for all Jacksonville Motorists. Texting, playing games, social media, and other distractions can wait until you arrive at your destination. Losing your life is not worth that last Text.

If you find yourself injured in a car accident, motorcycle accident, traffic accident, or by the Negligence of another, contact a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer today! I can evaluate your case, make the proper determinations as to fault, and work to get the compensation you are entitled to! I have three convenient offices located in San Marco, Jacksonville, and Jacksonville Beach area.

Jacksonville Beach Personal Injury Attorney: Who is at Fault?

Sat, 12 May 2012 11:10:24 -0500

After a car accident the first question everyone asks is "who is at fault?" As a Jacksonville Beach Personal Injury Lawyer I get asked all the time if I rear ended someone, am I going to be liable for their damages and injures? The answer is, it depends. Liability for a car accident is all based on fault and normally in a car accident fault is determined on the basis of negligence. In the case of a rear end collision, there is a rebuttable presumption that you are at fault and therefore liable.

However, the negligence standard is not an intentional act. So, purpose and alternative motives don't play a role in determination of fault. The law will determine fault on a "reasonable person" standard. Under that standard, your actions will be compared to a hypothetical reasonable person and their actions under the same situation. If you are determined to be careless or negligent in your actions, you could be determined to be a fault; at least partially.

Additionally, the law presumes fault in a rear driver of a rear end collision. This is because they are in a better position to avoid a collision than the front driver. Even so, this is only a rebuttable presumption, not an absolute. A Jacksonville Beach Personal Injury lawyer will be able to analyze the facts of your case and determine the at fault party.

Finally, Florida follows a pure comparative fault system. This theory allows a party to always recover from the other party, but their recover will be reduced by their amount of fault. For example, if determined you are 20% at fault, you can still recover 80% of your damages from the other at fault party. This system is different than other states were if the injured party were even a little at fault, they would be barred from recovery.

Accidents happen all the time in Jacksonville and elsewhere. Consulting an attorney is your best way to get adequate recovery for your damages and injuries. If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, contact a Jacksonville Beach Personal Injury Lawyer to discuss what legal remedies may be available to you.

Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer: DO I have a Case?

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:05:30 -0500

As a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer many accident victims approach me after an accident and the all ask the same question; "Do I have a Jacksonville Personal Injury Case?" The answer to that question is based on numerous factors and will be best answered during our initial FREE consultation. However, I am going to provide some generalizations of Jacksonville Personal Injury claims that will allow you to be better informed before our initial FREE consultation.

First, a Jacksonville Personal Injury case can arise from a multitude of incidences. The most prevalent being auto collisions between cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, bicycles, and even planes. Additionally in Jacksonville, there are also a large number of boating accidents and personal watercraft accidents. Besides auto collisions, there are slip and falls, assault, battery, and breach of contract. These are just a few of the types of cases I see the most. However, this list is not all inclusive and if you have any questions feel free to contact me.

Secondly, your recovery will depend entirely upon the facts of your case. However, most Jacksonville Personal Injury damages include medical bills, lost wages, property damage, etc. The determination of the exact damages allowable in your case will be discussed during our initial FREE consultation.

Finally, fault will have to be determined. In Florida, the law follows a comparative fault system. This means is your recovery could be reduced by your amount of fault in the accident. A Jacksonville Personal Injury lawyer will be able to evaluate your case and make the proper determination as to fault and your likelihood of recovery.

If you think you may have a Jacksonville Personal Injury case, contact me today. It could prove to make all the difference in your recovery.

Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Lawyer: Do I need a Lawyer?

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:42 -0500

After an injury you have a million questions running though your mind. But, the most important question you should be asking yourself is, "should I hire a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Lawyer?" The answer is quite simply, yes! This is best explained with two hypothetical scenarios, one without a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury lawyer and one with a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Lawyer.

The facts are the same in both instances, a simple rear-end collision involving two vehicles. This is the example is from the perspective of the driver of the vehicle that was rear-ended.

In this first scenario, the driver did not seek representation from a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Attorney. Here the crash occurs, and the driver is felling a little shaken up, but thinks he is alright. Since no symptoms have manifested, he decides not to seek medical attention. The next day, an insurance adjuster from the other driver's insurance calls and offers to settle the claim. The driver thinks repairs to his vehicle is adequate compensation and agrees. He signs some paperwork and his vehicle is repaired. Well, later that week, he starts to have severe pain in his neck and back. His doctor informs him he has soft tissue injuries and receives medical attention. He now has a large medical bill and wants the other driver to pay. But, he signed a release and therefore cannot recover. Now, he is stuck with medical bills for an injury he did not cause.

In this scenario, the driver sought legal representation from a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Lawyer. During his initial FREE consultation, his attorney advised him to seek medical attention just to make sure he was truly alright. There the doctor discovered his soft tissue injures and quickly treated the driver. Additionally, the attorney told him not to talk to the other driver's insurance adjuster. Because he hired a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Attorney he could be compensated for his medical bills, his auto repairs, and his lost wages from time he had to take off for recovery.

What is the lesson to be learned from these two scenarios? Hire a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Attorney. Claims against an insurance company are complicated and time consuming, not to mention, not advantageous to the injured party. Having an Attorney on your side will make sure your rights are being protected. So, if you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, contact a Ponte Vedra Beach Personal Injury Lawyer to discuss what legal remedies may be available to you.

Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer: Do I have a Jacksonville Negligence Case?

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:56:13 -0500

As a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer I handle all types of Personal Injury claims resulting from car accidents, product defects, slip and falls, dog bites, PIP claims, and others. Although there are numerous reasons a party can be found at fault for the injuries, the most common is Negligence. Negligence is a legal standard whereby the person's failure to exercise the standard of care that a reasonably prudent person would have exercised in a similar situation. Therefore, if you are found to have acted negligently, you could be liable for the damages caused.

A Jacksonville Personal Injury claim based on Negligence requires a showing of a Duty, Breach, Causation, and damages must result.

The duty requirement in a Negligence action is defined as a standard of care that the defendant was required to maintain in order to protect the plaintiff from risk of injury or death. In the case of a car accident, the at-fault driver has a duty to drive their vehicle in such a manner that would not cause a risk of injury or death of other drivers on the roadways. A Breach of said duty is when the defendant has failed to conform to the standard of care. In my example, the defendant has breached this duty when he rear-ended the plaintiff's vehicle.

Now, it must be shown a correlation between the breach of the duty and the damages that have resulted. In a Negligence action, two types of causation must be proven, actual and proximate causation. Actual causation is determined whether the plaintiff's injuries would have not occurred but for the defendant's negligence. In addition, proximate causation is determined on a foreseeability standard. Meaning, the injuries sustained are foreseeable from this type of negligence. In my car accident example, the plaintiff would not be injured but for the defendant's negligent driving. Furthermore, the injuries sustained are a foreseeable consequence to a rear-end collision.

The last aspect of a Jacksonville Personal Injury action based on Negligence is damages. Damages are just that, damages you have sustained from the negligent act. These include, personal injuries, medical bills, lost wages, property damages, etc.

Although a Negligence action seems straightforward, the process can be quite complicated and cumbersome, especially when an insurance company is involved. That is why if you or a loved one have been injured by the negligent actions of another, contact a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer to discuss what legal remedies may be available to you.

Jacksonville Foodborne Illness Attorney: Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Yellowfin Tuna

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:48:38 -0500

The recent Outbreak of Salmonella Bareilly has been linked to the consumption of Yellowfin Tuna. Although not sold directly to Jacksonville Consumers, you could have consumed the contaminated food like sushi, sashimi, ceviche, or other tuna dishes sold at restaurants and grocery stores. This Outbreak has caused illnesses in 20 different States and the District of Columbia. According to the FDA, over 100 people have fallen sick. Luckily no deaths have been reported in connection with this recent Outbreak of Salmonella.

The manufacture, Moon Marine USA Corp. of Cupertino, California has issued a voluntary recall of their frozen raw Yellowfin Tuna. This recall will affect some 60,000 pounds of Tuna that has been shipped across this nation. The State currently being affected is the Eastern part of the United States and the South. States that are reporting cases of Salmonella are: Florida, Wisconsin, Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, New York, New Jersey, Missouri, Mississippi, Massachusetts, Louisiana, Illinois, Georgia, District of Columbia, Connecticut, Arkansas, and Alabama.

Salmonella is a bacterium that can negatively affect the gastrointestinal tract of an individual whom consumes the contaminated food. It normally takes between 8-72 hours between consumption and when symptoms begin to manifest themselves. Symptoms of Salmonella include abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and fever. These symptoms can becomes more severe in infants, people who are pregnant, the elderly, and those with a weakened immune system.

If you believe you have consumed contaminated food and were required to seek medical attention for your illnesses, contact a Jacksonville Foodborne Illness Attorney today. I can evaluate your case and make sure you are receiving the compensation that you are entitled to.

Jacksonville Beach Theme Park Attorney: Child Injured when Ride Collapses

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:28:58 -0500

A recent news article sparked in intrigue into how many people attend Florida Theme Parks and the amount of injuries sustained during these visits. However, most injury victims do not seek representation by a Jacksonville Beach Theme Park Attorney and are compensated by a "free night" or "complementary passes." This compensation might seem nice at the time, but when the pain from the injury is lingering days or even months later, it might not have been the best idea. That is why if you have been injured at a Florida Theme Park, contact a Jacksonville Beach Theme Park Attorney to discuss your case and protect your rights.

My attention was drawn to a recent injury of a young girl at an Orlando go-kart track. According to reports, she was driving her go-kart when wooden planks, surrounding the track, buckled and caused two karts to crash into one another. As a result of the collision, the girl sustained a gash in her leg and possibly an arm injury. She was rushed to a Local Florida Hospital for treatment.

Unfortunately, those who go unrepresented usually sign legal waivers that are forced upon them at the time of the accident at a Florida Theme Park. This waiver will limit future legal recourse against the Theme Park. However, if you contact a Jacksonville Beach Theme Park Attorney first, I can make sure your rights are protected and you do not limit yourself in the Future.

These types of accidents are both tragic and devastating. Tourists travel every year to Florida for our wonderful weather, vast coastlines, and numerous amusement parks. The last memory they want to carry away is the memory of a tragic accident while enjoying their vacation. As a Jacksonville Beach Theme Park Attorney I can tell you dealing with a major corporation, like amusement parks, is complicated and not all that favorable to the victim. That is why its important, if you or a loved one is injured while visiting an amusement park to contact a Jacksonville Beach Theme Park Attorney to discuss what legal remedies may be available to you.

Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer: Young Student Struck by vehicle on University Blvd

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:15:32 -0500

The accident occurred on University Blvd and Los Santos in Jacksonville, Florida around 7 AM this morning. According to police reports the boy attempted to cross the street even though he did not have the right of way. He was taken to Shands Jacksonville for treatment of his life-threatening injuries. The occupants of the vehicle were not injured in this accident.

No further details are available at this time, however, as a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer these types of incidents bring to mind several aspects. First, who is truly at fault for the accident? Second, was the driver distracted and caused the accident? Third, even though the child did not have the right away, he could still potentially recover under a comparative fault theory. Lets take each question one by one.

Who is at fault? This question is difficult to answer without knowing all the facts to this particular case. As a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer the determination of fault is my first priority when a new client walks into my office. In this case, they state the child did not have the right of way. However, even so, if the driver was negligent in their actions they too could be at fault.

Next, was the driver distracted? It is widely known that texting while driving is still not illegal in Florida, although a majority of states have enacted a law prohibiting it. In this case I do not know if the driver was texting, surfing the web, or just talking on the phone when the accident occurred. If so, they could become liable for some of the injuries sustained to the child.

Finally, Comparative Fault. Florida is a comparative fault state. This means even if you are partially responsible for the accident you could still recover for the losses you sustained minus the percentage determined to be at fault. This principle is better explained by example. Lets say you are involved in an accident that resulted in $100,000 in damages. The judge determines you are 30% at fault. In Florida, you can still recover $70,000, because that amount is $100,000 minus 30% (the percentage you are at fault).

Therefore, if you are involved in an accident, it is always a good idea to contact a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer to discuss your case and make sure your rights are being protected. I work with Insurance Companies all the time and get make sure you are being compensated. I offer FREE consultations and have three convenient offices located in San Marco, Jacksonville, and the Jacksonville Beach area.

Jacksonville Personal Injury Attorney: Distracted Driver's Plague Jacksonville

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:15:52 -0500

April marks the beginning of "National Distracted Driving Awareness Month" in Jacksonville and across our Nation. This time, Jacksonville will not only see an increase of Police presence, but some Local Attorneys have taken personal interest in preventing Distracted Driver's in Jacksonville. As a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer, I have seen numerous cases where a distracted driver hits another vehicle simply because they were not paying attention. Unfortunately, sometimes these collisions end in severe injuries or even death!

This recent campaign, by local Jacksonville Attorneys, is geared towards high school students and the amount of accidents caused every year by Jacksonville teen drivers. One of the Spokesmen for the campaign spoke out about the distracted teens and stated "Cell phone increases the risk of an accident by 4 times. Texting is greater than 20 times" compared to non-distracted teens. These attorneys and others are going to be giving presentations at local high schools to better inform students of the risks and dangers involved in texting and driving.

As a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer this is a great Idea. Awareness is the first step in preventing future accidents. Although texting and driving is still not illegal in Florida, it is very dangerous. Not to mention, your liability in the event you cause an accident. An injured party can recover for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, just to name a few avenues for recovery.

Therefore, if you find yourself injured as a result of a Distracted Driver, contact a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer to discuss what legal remedies may be available in your case. I offer FREE consultations and have three convenient offices located in San Marco, Jacksonville, and the Jacksonville Beach area.

Jacksonville Products Liability Attorney: Dole Recalls Salad for Salmonella Risk

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:56:12 -0500

Jacksonville Consumers, Dole Food Co. has recently announced a recall of Bagged Salad due to the possibility of being contaminated with Salmonella. According to the report, the discovery was made following an inspection of the product that tested positive for Salmonella. There were about 756 cases sold in the US that are the subject of this recall. The States subject to this recall are Florida, Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and Wisconsin.

The recall is for the bags of Seven Lettuces salad mix. The bags subject to this recall have a "use-by-date" of April 11, 2012, UPC code of 71430 01057, and a product codes of either 0577N089112A or 0577N089112B. Currently, the company has not received any reports of illness stemming from this recall, but illnesses are likely if the product is consumed. The company advises Jacksonville Consumers to throw away affected bags of mixed salad.

Salmonella is a bacterium that will affect a person's digestive tract and cause gastrointestinal issues. Normally, the signs of Salmonella will not appear until 72 hours after the consumption of contaminated food. These symptoms are minor in most, however, the elderly, young, or those with weakened immune systems could have more severe symptoms.

Jacksonville Consumers use a multitude of products everyday and we expect manufactures to have exercised reasonable care to make a safe product for the public. Unfortunately, some dangerous products make it past the safety measures and when that happens, illnesses and injuries are likely to result. If you or a loved one have been injured from a contaminated food, like the one subject to this recall, contact a Jacksonville Products Liability Attorney to discuss what legal remedies may be available to compensate you for your injuries.

Jacksonville Beach Injury Attorney: Should I hire a Jacksonville Beach Injury Attorney?

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 08:43:50 -0500

As a Jacksonville Beach resident you know that car accidents and other injuries happen all the time. But, what some may not know is what to ask their attorney after an accident. That is why I have compiled a list of 5 commonly asked question of a Jacksonville Beach Injury Attorney.

How much do you charge? This is probably the most common question I get as a Jacksonville Beach Injury lawyer. In most personal injury cases, my fees are determined on a contingency basis. This means I do not get paid unless we win. My contingency fee percentage is determined on a case-by-case basis, but is normally around 25%.

Do I have a case? This is a question that is completely dependant upon your circumstances and not easily answered in the hypothetical sense. With most car accidents, we will have to establish a duty, a breach of that duty, causation, and damages. These are all matters we can clarify during our initial consultation.

What could I be compensated for? Depending upon your specific injuries, you could get compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement, mental anguish, etc. The specific damages you that might be available to you can be determined during our initial consultation.

Should I settle? That is a decision that we can discuss as your case progresses. Ultimately, the decision to accept a settle agreement is yours. Of course, as your attorney, I will advise you but the decision is yours to make. Given that over 90% of cases are settled outside of court; settlement is always a viable option to consider.

How long will it take for me to get my compensation? The duration of your case and therefore the time before you receive your compensation depends on numerous factors. If you decide to settle, then the amount of time will be shortened. But, if we decide to take the case to trial, it could be a long time before you see money from your claim.

These are just some of the questions that we can and will discuss during our initial FREE consultation about your Jacksonville Beach personal injury claim. As a Jacksonville Beach Injury Attorney I can answer any question you may have in regards to your case. So, if you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, contact a Jacksonville Beach Injury Attorney to discuss the potential claims and defenses that may affect your recovery. I have three convenient offices located in the Jacksonville Beach area, Jacksonville, and San Marco.