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If another person’s negligence causes your accident and you sustain injuries, you may have a strong personal injury claim. Farrow & Pulice P.A. are a team of experienced personal injury attorneys that can help victims just like you receive the compensation they deserve. Florida residents interested in consulting a lawyer should call (941) 924-0993 for a free case evaluation. Our Sarasota-based team can help fight for the settlement you deserve. 

If you enjoyed our recent look at motorcycle accidents and personal injury claim outcomes, check out the following great resources:

• Interested in learning more about motorcycle safety? The website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention contains statistics and useful tips for staying safe.
• In June 2006, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration noted that motorcycle collisions account for more than 10% of all motor vehicle fatalities, despite the small number of bikers on the road.
• The Federal Highway Administration estimates that rider fatalities rose 115 percent between 1997 and 2005. Click through to see their full report.
• If you are looking to learn about the latest verdicts and settlements in business, injury, and corporate law, look though the National Law Journal’s comprehensive website.
• Are you wondering what happens if a personal injury case settles? The American Bar Association website explains this process.

Steps to take After a Car Accident

This video discusses the steps all drivers should take in the event of a car accident. The host lays out ten steps meant to ensure that you stay safe and obtain the greatest amount of information from the other party.

Most Americans will get in some sort of car accident in their lifetimes, and following certain safety protocols is important. For instance, try to get your car off the road as soon as possible after a collision, and document the scene with a cell phone or camera in case of later legal claims and issues.

The skilled legal team at the Florida firm of Farrow & Pulice P.A. is experienced in personal injury claims. They can help fight for your compensation in the face of insurance companies and claim agents. Sarasota-area residents who have recently sustained injuries due to an accident should call  (941) 924-0993 for a free case evaluation. 

Leading Causes of Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Thousands of motorcycle drivers are injured every year as a result of accidents on America’s roads. If another driver is ever negligent and causes an accident, you may have a personal injury claim. Only an experienced personal injury attorney can assess the strength of your case, but these are the leading causes of motorcycle accident injuries across the country: 

Collision with Motor Vehicle

The most common type of motorcycle accident is a collision with another vehicle—generally a car. Drivers of passenger vehicles can be unaware of nearby motorcyclists and engage in risky behavior that causes injuries and fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notes that motorcycle collisions account for more than 10% of all motor vehicle fatalities, despite the comparatively small number of bikers on the road. If the car driver is negligent in causing your accident, you may have a strong personal injury claim against him or her.

Single-Bike Accidents

Not all accidents occur as a result of collisions with cars. Driver error and poor road conditions also contribute to accidents where only one motorcycle is involved. According to the Federal Highway Administration, motorcycle rider fatalities rose 115 percent between 1997 and 2005. Some of these occurred as a result of drunk driving and subsequent collisions with traffic poles, guard rails, and other stationary objects.

Sudden-Stop Accidents

Motorcyclists can also suffer injuries as a result being rear-ended. If a car or truck behind you does not stop fast enough, the force from a collision can throw a motorcyclist forward and cause serious harm. The small build and unprotected nature of a motorcycle means that any abrupt stop can be particularly dangerous.

If you or a loved one has been hurt while riding your motorcycle, do not let the insurance companies push you around. Consult an experienced personal injury attorney to help fight for your financial compensation. Florida residents with questions about personal injury should contact the Sarasota office of Farrow & Pulice P.A. at (941) 924-0993. Call us today to schedule a free appointment with a member of our team. 

What's the Difference Between a Settlement and a Judgment in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Filing a personal injury claim against a party who has negligently harmed you will generally end in one of two ways: a settlement or a judgment. The former involves a negotiation between insurance companies and lawyers, while the latter is a verdict handed down by a judge or jury in court. Both can result in favorable compensation for the injured party. Here are the differences between these the two results:

Settlement

Upon filing a legal personal injury claim in your local court, the at-fault party may want to begin negotiations. It is much less expensive for the other side’s insurance company to negotiate with your lawyer and attempt to reach a settlement agreement. In essence, the company will pay you a lump sum of money damages in exchange for dropping your lawsuit. The other side may also ask you to sign paperwork absolving them from any future liability for your injuries or pain.

Judgment

If the other side is unwilling or unable to negotiate, your case will go to trial. In a civil courtroom, a judge and jury will hear your case against the person or company who negligently injured you. While the trial itself may only last several days, the process leading up to it may take months or years. The complex legal rules or evidence and pre-trial procedures may mean that your lawyer spends a great deal of time preparing your case for the jury.

Both settlements and judgments can help you obtain compensation for the injuries you suffered as a result of someone else’s negligence.  Yet obtaining the most favorable result requires hiring experienced personal injury attorneys. Sarasota residents should contact the skilled team at Farrow & Pulice P.A. by calling (941) 924-0993. Make an appointment today for a free case evaluation.

Get More Valuable Personal Injury Information With The Help Of These Links

If you were injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, you likely have a claim against them in a court of law. The experienced Florida personal injury attorneys at Farrow & Pulice P.A. can help apply the law to your unique situation. Call our Sarasota office at (941) 924-0993 for a free consultation today. 

If you have found our recent articles about economic personal injury damages and wrongful death claims interesting, look at these other great resources to learn more:

• Florida law spells out exactly which family members may sue for the wrongful death of their loved one. Read the law on the Florida Legislature website.
• The American Bar Association Journal has an entire section of their website devoted to Florida-specific personal injury. Click through to read many other legal blogs. 
• Compensatory damages can include any number of financial claims. This American Law Institute brochure explains how to help maximize your compensatory damages award.
• Punitive damages are an often-controversial part of personal injury lawsuits. The RAND Corporation published an empirical study on the prevalence of punitive damage awards in the U.S.
• Medical malpractice claims are common in Florida. Here is an article in the American Journal of Law & Medicine about Florida and Virginia’s birth injury claims litigation.