Last updated 2 months ago
If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, one of the first steps you should take is to contact an experienced personal injury attorney in your area. Your attorney will be able to analyze the facts of your case and determine whether you are entitled to collect compensation for your injuries. To ensure that your initial meeting with your attorney is as beneficial as possible, you should bring several important documents with you.
Medical Records
Following your car accident, you need to schedule an appointment with your regular physician, even if you don’t immediately notice any physical injuries. Many times, the symptoms of car accident injuries don’t appear until several days following the accident. By scheduling a medical appointment, you can secure documentation and recorded evidence of the extent of the injuries you sustained because of the car accident. Once you have completed this checkup, you should give your attorney a copy of the medical reports created by your doctor.
Police Report
Because the accident report contains vital information about the damage inflicted by the accident and the other party’s possible negligence, it is one of the most important documents to give to your attorney. Important pieces of information contained in the police report include a diagram of the accident scene and a firsthand impression of the cause of the accident written by the responding police officer.
Auto Insurance Policy
For this attorney meeting, you will also want to bring all information related to your auto insurance coverage. In addition to bringing your auto insurance policy, you should bring proof of your auto insurance payments as evidence that you were covered at the time of the car accident.
Farrow & Pulice P.A. is a personal injury law firm dedicated to getting clients the compensation they deserve. We also keep an open line of communication throughout the process to ensure that our clients understand how their cases are progressing. To schedule a consultation, contact our Sarasota office at (941) 924-0993.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
Last updated 3 months ago
In many auto accident collisions, the force of impact causes a driver’s head to suddenly jerk forward and backward. This jerking motion can create a soft-tissue injury commonly referred to as whiplash. For those who have suffered whiplash, there may be significant damage to the muscles, ligaments, and tendons of the neck.
Even though whiplash is a painful condition, many drivers don’t know that they have sustained this injury until several days following the incident. Because symptoms of whiplash slowly manifest, it’s important for victims of auto accidents to seek medical treatment even if they are experiencing no pain. This video lists the most common whiplash symptoms and describes some treatment options.
Have you recently been involved in an auto accident in Sarasota? Contact the personal injury attorney team of Farrow & Pulice P.A. by calling (941) 924-0993.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
Last updated 3 months ago
According to reports by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there were 227,998 traffic crashes recorded in 2011. This means that there were, on average, 625 traffic accidents each day in the state. Here’s a look at some of the most common places where auto accidents can occur:
Neighborhoods
A large percentage of car accidents occur close to the driver’s home. Some drivers are simply in a rush each morning as they leave their driveways, while others may forget to check for approaching cars. Some common examples of neighborhood car accidents include backing into another car as a driver is leaving his or her driveway or crashing into nearby parked cars along neighborhood streets.
Parking Lots
Even though parking lot accidents may involve low-speed collisions, such accidents can still cause significant vehicle damage or driver injury. Many drivers travel through parking lots at dangerous speeds, making them a threat to both pedestrians and other motorists. Other accidents occur when a driver improperly estimates how much space he or she will need for a vehicle and bumps into nearby cars while parking.
Commutes to Work
Every morning, millions of Americans spend countless hours sitting in their cars in an effort to make it to work on time. Sometimes, these individuals try to multi-task on this commute by eating, talking on their cell phones, or even reading the morning paper. These kinds of distracted driving behaviors can divert a driver’s attention from other motorists or roadway hazards. Drivers who are distracted are also less likely to adhere to traffic regulations such as red lights, stop signs, and posted speed limits.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, don’t hesitate to call the personal injury attorney team of Farrow & Pulice P.A. We are a Sarasota-based auto accident law firm dedicated to helping clients get compensation for their losses. You can schedule an appointment by calling (941) 924-0993.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
Last updated 3 months ago
Have you found our recent blogs about nursing home abuse and personal injury law helpful? Visit these sites to learn more and contact a personal injury attorney to discuss the circumstances of your unique case.
The U.S. Administration on Aging provides links to fact sheets with statistics and additional information about elder abuse and neglect.
Visit HelpGuide.org for more information about warning signs of elder abuse and neglect.
Would you like to read Florida’s law about statute of limitations? Visit this site to read the applicable text.
The American Bar Association provides detailed information about personal injury claims and answers frequently asked questions.
Traumatic brain injuries are often caused by auto accidents. The Mayo Clinic explains common symptoms, risk factors, and treatment methods.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact the Sarasota office of Farrow & Pulice P.A. Call (888) 686-4039 to schedule your free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney.
Last updated 3 months ago
Elder abuse is a more common problem in the United States than many people realize. There are no official national statistics, but estimates indicate that as many as 10 percent of Americans over the age of 65 may be abused in some way. The most common categories of abuse include physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. There are also regularly reported cases of financial exploitation and neglect. Continue reading to learn about the telltale signs of nursing home abuse, and contact a personal injury lawyer if you believe you or a loved one has been a victim.
Physical Signs
Obvious symptoms include unexplained bruises, welts, scars, broken bones, sprains, dislocations, and broken eyeglasses. You should also be on the lookout for reports of drug overdose, signs of restraint on the body, and unexplained venereal disease or genital infections. Be wary if the caregiver refuses to allow you to visit your loved one without supervision. Additional signs and symptoms of neglect include unusual weight loss, bed sores, filthy clothes or linens, and unsafe living conditions.
Emotional Signs
One of the most telling signs of abuse is a severe change in personality or behavior. Victims may withdraw, emotionally and physically, and revert to infantile behavior. Keep your eyes open for behavior that mimics dementia, such as rocking or mumbling to oneself.
Additional Signs
When it comes to financial exploitation, there are several red flags to watch for. Common signs include sizeable withdrawals from accounts, personal items that go missing without an explanation, changes in wills and other legal documents, unpaid bills, and other unusual financial activities.
Have you observed any of these signs in a loved one? If so, call the personal injury attorneys at Farrow & Pulice P.A. in Sarasota at (941) 924-0993. We focus on representing those injured by the mistakes or neglect of others and we make your needs our top priority.
