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Getting in an accident of any kind is hard enough to deal with, especially considering costs like medical bills and lost wages. A personal injury lawyer can help reduce those costs in some circumstances and increase your award. If you are curious about how much a personal injury lawyer costs, you are not alone. Review…
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If you were injured due to someone’s negligence or reckless behavior, you have the right to seek compensation for financial and personal losses. However, not all personal injury cases are clear-cut. The at-fault party may deny responsibility for your injuries, or the insurance company may reject your claim. For this reason, it is important to…
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You should seek professional medical treatment if you have back pain after a car accident and visit the emergency room or a qualified physician immediately. If you feel pain several days after the accident, see your doctor for an exam. Your back may have a delayed reaction to the accident. Do not delay getting treatment.…
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You are entitled to Florida’s workers’ compensation benefits if you work in Florida. Florida law requires most employers to provide workers’ compensation coverage, compensating you for workplace injuries regardless of who is responsible for the accident. Keep in mind that if you file a workplace accident claim, you may not be eligible to file a…
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An auto insurance company denies a car accident injury claim for several reasons. Some of the most common reasons include lack of coverage, claim errors, lack of evidence, deceit and filing the claim after the statute of limitations. When an insurance company denies your claim, you may feel that you have no option but to…
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There are several reasons the insurance company denied your workers’ compensation benefit. Common reasons for claim denials include lack of medical evidence, claim errors, late claims, no eyewitnesses or a dispute about whether the injury was work-related. Some injuries are not covered under Florida Statute 440.02. Regardless of why your claim is denied, you may…
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The Florida Bureau of Compliance, a division of Florida Workers’ Compensation, enforces employers’ duty to provide workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. Workers’ compensation insurance is mandatory for most employers in nearly every industry across the state. As such, employers should become familiar with workers’ compensation coverage requirements to ensure that they are in compliance…
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If your personal injury protection (PIP) insurance does not cover all your medical expenses or other damages after a car accident and the other party is at fault for your injuries, Florida law allows you to file a lawsuit against the party and their insurance company for the remaining damages. Furthermore, there is no limit…
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If you get injured at work and need to file a workers’ compensation claim, you should consider hiring an attorney to help you with your injury claim. While it is possible to report your accident and submit your workers’ compensation claim on your own, an attorney can help you avoid common mistakes that can hurt…
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If you are injured in a car accident in Florida, it is important to know your legal rights and what your accident claim is worth. Thomas J. Ueberschaer, your car accident attorney in Florida, can guide you through the legal process and help you get the compensation you need for your injuries and other damages.…
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